Empowered Educator: Leadership in Motion | Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, Teachers as Leaders, Teacher Transition

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Welcome to Empowered Educator <p> </p>*Are you ready to move into a different type of job in education?<p> </p>*Do you have interests and ambitions that you want to pursue, but feel like you don’t know how take that next step?<p> </p>*Maybe you want to start your own coaching or consulting agency?<p> </p> Then this is the place for you!<p> </p>I'm Mel and I help educators define their career path through growth mindset, career clarity, and goal achievement. <p> </p>You can find information and resources at www.empowereducator.com and follow me on Twitter @MelVandevort

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Leadership and SEL in Special Education with Shakira Releford *93

Jul 25 2024 27 mins

Send us a Text Message.Join Dr. Mel Vandevort as she engages with Shakira Releford, an associate professor and non-profit executive, in a compelling discussion on SEL and Special Education leadership. From navigating the complexities of educational roles to advocating for comprehensive SEL programs, discover actionable insights to enhance student support and educator effectiveness.

Midweek Mastery: Perfectionism in Education: Breaking Free to Lead with Confidence *92

Jul 23 2024 9 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Empowered Educator, Dr. Mel delves into the challenges of perfectionism within the educational field. She provides actionable insights and strategies to recognize, confront, and overcome perfectionist tendencies, helping you to embrace imperfection and lead with resilience and confidence. Intern Interest FormEducator to Entrepreneur Academy

Mindset Mastery: The Power of Serving Others When You Are a District Leader *91

Jul 18 2024 15 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I dive into the essence of servant leadership within a school district context. I explore how serving others as a school leader involves supporting student success, empowering educators, and engaging with parents and the community. Discover the importance of leading with empathy, compassion, and a commitment to creating a positive and inclusi

Part 2/ The Road to Awesome: Leadership Clarity and Team Empowerment with Dr. Darrin Peppard *90

Jul 15 2024 21 mins

Send us a Text Message.In the second part of the conversation with Dr. Darrin Peppard, Dr. Mel and Darrin explore the intricacies of building and maintaining high-functioning leadership teams in educational settings. They explore the importance of leadership clarity, leveraging individual strengths within a team, and fostering a collaborative culture that aligns with a clear, compe

Part 1/ The Road to Awesome: Educational Consultancy with Dr. Darrin Peppard *89

Jul 11 2024 23 mins

Send us a Text Message.Today, Dr. Mel sits down with Dr. Darrin Peppard, a former educator turned leadership coach and entrepreneur. Darrin shares his journey from being a middle school teacher to a high school principal and eventually a superintendent. He highlights the challenges he faced and how leadership coaching transformed his career.Dr. Darrin and Dr. Mel highlight the impo

Part 2/Making an Impact with the 4 C's of Leadership with Jim Salvucci *88

Jul 07 2024 18 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Dr. Mel continues the conversation with leadership expert Jim Salvucci to dive deeper into the final components of effective leadership.Episode Highlights:Compromise: Jim explains how compromise is a transactional process essential for effective leadership. Learn why trust and communication are critical in reaching compromises.Collaboration:

Part 1/Making an Impact with the 4 C's of Leadership with Jim Salvucci *87

Jul 04 2024 18 mins

Send us a Text Message.Today, I chat with leadership expert Jim Salvucci about his incredible journey from academia to leadership coaching! Jim shares his experiences, from being a boy scout leader at 18 to founding the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Stevenson University. He dives into the importance of cultivating leadership, even from a young age, and the distinction

The #1 Way to Cultivate a Positive School Culture as a Principal *86

Jun 27 2024 20 mins

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I'm exploring why a positive school culture is so important and how it can create a fantastic learning environment for students, teachers, and staff. As a principal, you have a huge influence on your school's culture, and we're here to share some practical tips to help you make it the best it can be.A positive school culture is linked to impr

Midweek Mastery: Adult vs. Children Learners *85

Jun 25 2024 8 mins

Send us a Text Message.Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of learning, comparing how adults and children approach education differently. We'll explore the unique motivations, learning styles, and challenges each group faces, and how this knowledge can empower you to make a bigger impact in education. Motivation:Adults: Intrinsic, goal-oriented, need practical relevance.

From Childhood Trauma to Leadership: Shaneice Thomas' Journey of Resilience and Purpose *84

Jun 20 2024 36 mins

Send us a Text Message.Today, I sit down with Shaneice Thomas, a dedicated educator and resilient leader who turned her childhood trauma into a driving force for positive change. Shaneice shares her remarkable journey from a small-town girl in North Carolina to a principal, and now a leader in a faith-based nonprofit. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, the impac