Teacher Leader Endorsement DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP

College of Education, Health and Society

www.MiamiOH.edu/EDL

Miami’s TEAM Scholarship reduces tuition and fees by 50% for qualified Ohio teachers. Visit www.MiamiOH.edu/EHS/teamscholarship

The Teacher Leader Endorsement is required for teachers who wish to obtain the Lead Professional Educator License. Candidates for the endorsement must hold a master’s degree and have at least four years of successful teaching experience. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The new teacher leader endorsement prepares educators to serve as teacher leaders who work with adult learners, facilitate and lead change, manage conflict, and coach and mentor teachers at all stages in their careers. Additionally, teacher leaders assist principals in developing and supporting a shared vision and clear goals for schools. They provide staff development, mentoring and coaching to other professionals in their schools and districts. CURRICULUM • • •

EDL 603 - Teacher Leadership
 EDL 640 - Practicum in Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development
 EDL 644 - Mentoring and Coaching for Professional Learning

APPLICATION PROCESS You must either be currently enrolled as a graduate student or apply for enrollment as a continuing non-degree student at www.MiamiOH.edu/graduate-studies/admission

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• At least two of the required courses are offered each term during the school year • Complete the program in a single school year, or extend work over two or more years

Contact Kathy Mecoli at [email protected] 11/6/14 For additional professional development opportunities visit: www.MiamiOH.edu/ehs/about/professionaldevelopvoa.html