I’m a leader now what?

Mark McKelson is a former school principal with a wealth of experience in leadership and curriculum development. Mark tells it as it is and gets to the nitty gritty of what makes a great leader. Mark works in schools as a leadership consultant. Contact Mark at mark@teacherstoleaders.com.au

“Every teacher leader should spend a day with Mark McKelson”

Lynn Ordish - Principal Mossgiel Park Primary School

i’m a leader now what

The first episode in Mark’s series on I’m a leader now what. Mark has put these videos together for teachers new into leadership positions and teachers aspiring to be leaders.

i’m a Level Leader

There are a number of challenges faced with level/team leaders when you start the role. Listen to Mark’s thoughts here.

i’m a Curriculum Leader

Whether you are a Maths, literacy or science leader, the challenges you face are the same. Listen to Mark’s thoughts here.

Allocate Roles

Teachers are rarely comfortable with delegation, but you can’t do it all yourself.

connect with your team

You have a responsibility to connect with all members of you team. Mark’s message is clear, get off your backside!

managing friendships in my team

Having your teacher bestie in your team might sound great, but it can lead to problems.

track the right data

Student data is your best friend when leading teams. Choosing the right data is key.

behaviour management support

Supporting teachers with behaviour management is a complex process. You can’t do it for them!

meetings with purpose

Running successful meeting will make or break you as a first time leader.

planning

Having your team lesson planning organised will make your work easier when times get tough.

leadership CONSULTING

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PD

T2L Education Director and Former Principal Mark McKelson is available to work with your school

  • Using Data for Improvement

  • First Time Leaders Program - 6 Traits of Highly Effective Leaders

  • You can do it all yourself - Delegation

  • Meetings that improve results

  • How to run an effective staff PD

  • Friendship vs professional relationships

  • Building accountability in your team

  • Confident leadership conversations

  • Building strong parent and community relationships

  • Culture and accountability

  • Coaching and Mentoring Teachers and Leaders

Anywhere in AustraliA

FREE COACHING SESSION

Former Principal and Leadership Consultant Mark McKelson is offering TEACHERS and LEADERS a FREE 30min coaching session to support your leadership journey

You may be after some COACHING or ADVICE on leading people, using data for change, strategic planning or some neutral career advice.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Lynn Ordish - Principal Mossgiel Park Primary School (03) 9709 7777

Brett Miller - Principal Osborne Primary School (03) 5975 1792