Five Traits of Strong Instructional Leaders

18/11/2025 19 min Episodio 119
Five Traits of Strong Instructional Leaders

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Get 20% of The 8 to 4 Principal Blueprint HERE.What sets strong instructional leaders apart from those just managing the day-to-day? In this episode of The Principal’s Handbook, you’ll learn five key traits that help principals lead learning, not just logistics.You’ll discover:Why great leaders see themselves as lifelong learners and model that for their staffHow to protect time for instructional leadership—even when the day gets chaoticWays to use evaluations, PD, and data as tools for genuine teacher growthHow to clearly communicate beliefs about teaching and learning so your vision sticksIf you’ve ever felt pulled away from instructional priorities by constant fires, this episode will help you refocus on what matters most—growing teachers, improving learning, and leading with purpose.Join us in The 8 to 4 Principal Leadership HubCheck out my free planner, The 8 to 4 Principal Planner.