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Lead the Way: How Professional Development Shapes School Communities and beyond!
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In this episode, we sit down with Principal Gordon to discuss the importance of professional development for educators, particularly for those seeking to advance to leadership roles. We delve into the common challenges educators face when trying to move up in their careers, and how effective professional development can benefit not only the individual but also the overall school community.
Principal Gordon shares specific strategies and tools for educators looking to improve their professional development. We also explore the key qualities and skills that school districts look for when promoting principals to superintendents, as well as common mistakes educators make when trying to advance their careers.
Mentorship also plays a crucial role in professional development for educators, and our Principal Gordon explains its significance in nurturing growth and development.
Finally, we discuss ways for educators to continue growing and developing their skills, even if they are not currently in a leadership position.
Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable recommendations to take your professional development to the next level and lead the way in shaping thriving school communities.
About Our Guest
Edward W. Gordon, II is a native of Montclair, New Jersey.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of South Carolina in 1998. Edward also earned a Master’s in Music Education from New Jersey City University in 2002, and a Master’s in Educational Leadership in 2003.
Edward holds Standard Certification from the State of New Jersey Department of Education as a Principal, Supervisor and Music Teacher. He also holds a Certificate of Eligibility from the State of New Jersey Department of Education as a School Administrator. He is a Certified Principal for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Gordon has over 25 years of experience in education and has led staff and students from preschool through high school. He was one of three graduates of the PhillyPLUS School Turnaround Program, a selective residency program focused on serving underperforming schools.
Edward has been a guest on Talk Leadership With Cedric Lafluer, Win With Willie and The Black Entrepreneurs Institute Show. He has also been a guest on the Introverted Queen Podcast, where guests discuss living in an extroverted world. He recently was a Contributing Author to K12Digest an Educational Publication and Principal Consultant Jonno White’s 7 Leadership Question Anthology. He is an International Speaker, Coach, and Trainer with his most recent work as the Keynote Speaker at the National School Owners and Educators Summit in Nigeria.
He is the CEO of Gordon Leadership Academy, LLC, a company that coaches and mentors aspiring and current school leaders globally. He is the Founder of Gordon Leadership Foundation a non-profit that provides coaching, mentoring and training for International School Leaders. His motto is, “If I can help somebody, then my living shall not be in vain.
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https://www.facebook.com/PrincipalEdwardGordon
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-w-gordon-ii-8b947b86/
Telephone Number
1(973)220-5118
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