LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

NJAIS trains leaders in education. Offered in alternating years, our Leadership Institute is a popular destination for educators looking for learning and leadership opportunities.

Participants in the NJAIS Leadership Institute attend five sessions designed to develop their understanding of leadership in independent education, to build their management skills, and to give them a broader knowledge of the opportunities open to them in a time of change.

 

NJAIS Leadership Institute Goals:

• Provide schools with a chance to encourage outstanding educators to develop their leadership style.
• Inspire independent school educators to consider administrative positions and provide the skills necessary to assist them in achieving this goal.
• Expose potential leaders to a wide range of perspectives in areas of independent school administration.

 

Program Directors 2019-20:

Rodney De Jarnett, Head of Dwight-Englewood School
Steve Loy, Head of Rutgers Prep
Tom Nammack, Head of Montclair Kimberley Academy
Jill Singleton, Head of All Saints Episcopal Day School

 

Program Outline:

Building Block I: EXPLORE

How am I a Leader?
Overview of Independent School Leadership
Keynote Speaker
Perspectives on Leadership 
School Culture
Qualifications for Leadership
Governance
Leadership Roles: Faces of Leadership Panel

Building Block II: SERVE

Attend part of the NJAIS Trustee Enrichment Day 
Learn about Governance and Strategic Planning

Building Block III: INSPIRE

How Do I Build a Pathway to Leadership?
Leadership Styles: Head of School Panel
Intentional Leadership and Developing a Plan
Curriculum Vitae Writing/Interview Styles
Information on "Shadowing" Exercise

Building Block IV: REFLECT
January-April, 2020

Shadow an Experienced NJAIS Administrator

Building Block V: LEAD

NJAIS Leadership Institute Dinner
Keynote Speaker 
How Can I Make a Difference?
Review of the Year's Events
Reflections on Shadowing