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Introduction
Introduction
1:30
The Art Teacher as an Instructional Leader
Characteristics of an Art Teacher Leader
3:19
Getting Involved in Your School
3:00
The Application of Instructional Leadership
Professional Growth Mindset
2:18
The Importance of Building Common Ground
4:00
Goal Setting
2:19
Engaging in Ongoing Professional Development
Connecting Your Art Program with District Stakeholders
Connecting to Your School and School Board
3:06
Connecting to Your Department
3:29
Advocating within the Larger Community
Being a Community Presence
5:22
Engaging School and Community Leaders
3:37
Conclusion
Conclusion
0:46
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Building Leadership Skills as an Art Educator
2 PD Hours
1 Identify the art-specific skills that can help you in an educational leadership role.
2 Learn practical strategies for using leadership as an advocacy tool.
3 Gain advice for identifying relevant opportunities for professional leadership development and strategies to get funding.
Positioning yourself as an educational leader is a great way to advocate for your art program and help advance the profession of art education. But, how do you become a leader in the first place? In this PRO Learning Pack, Nick Gehl, a former art teacher turned arts administrator, shares insider tips for finding and benefiting from professional leadership opportunities.
Connected Professional Art Educator Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM
Professional Practice
6.1 Demonstrates reflective practice
6.2 Adds value to team and school culture
6.3 Interacts with other professional educators
Professional Learning
6.4 Approaches professional development with enthusiasm and an open mind
6.5 Actively searches for new professional development opportunities
Advocacy
6.8 Effectively communicates the importance of the arts
6.9 Promotes art education to students, families, and communities at large
Nick Gehl
High School Art Administrator and PRO Facilitator
Nick Gehl is currently the Department Chair of Fine Arts at Evanston Township High School in Illinois. He is interested in enhancing the student experience, staff development, and leadership in the arts. He holds a bachelors degree in Art Education and masters degree in Educational Leadership.
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Looking for Leadership
Professional Growth Mindset
Professional Growth Mindset in Action
Sources for Professional Development
How to Use Art Ed PRO for a Professional Development Day
Considering Perspectives
Designing Art Exhibits to Reflect Community Values
Strategies for Involving Your Administration
Links
3 Ways to Step into a Leadership Role in Your School Communi...
Fixed vs Growth Mindset: What Does it Mean for the Art Room?
6 Secrets to Affording Professional Development on a Teacher...
Leading Schoolwide Art PD for Your Colleagues (Ep. 053)
4 Ways to Become an Art Teacher Leader
6 Concrete Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Your Princ...
Getting Administration on Board with Art Room Ideas (Ep. 093...
Gaining the Confidence to Lead Your Art Department
5 Tips For Being The Best Art Department Chair Ever
Why Students Should Present Their Work in Public
4 Reasons to Create a Principal's Gallery This Year
2 PD Hours
15 Videos
12 Resources
