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Teacher Leadership, Ed.S.

Teacher Leadership, Ed.S. program focuses on developing teacher leadership throughout the school, encouraging effective teamwork and teacher mentoring, and providing a platform for teacher team involvement in furthering the school's effectiveness and enriching its culture. In high demand nationwide, Teacher Leaders mentor and coach fellow teachers, lead school improvement efforts, and collaborate across their schools to improve teaching and learning. 

In addition to the National College of Education Graduate Admission Requirements, applicants must:

  • Hold valid and current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) if they wish to apply for an Illinois endorsement 
  • Have a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • Submit resume documenting two years of teaching experience and short written description of access to an appropriate educational setting for clinical experiences
  • Submit a professional letter of recommendation, addressing topics or questions as established and periodically revised by the faculty. The letter of recommendation must be written by an individual who knows the candidate from an academic or professional perspective and is able to comment on the candidate’s potential for succeeding in graduate studies.

Program Details:

  • Requires 30 SH

Required Courses

Program Courses - 30 SH

LDR 511Emerging as a Teacher Leader

2
LDR 513Collaborating with Stakeholders to Promote Change

3
LDR 521Guiding Data Teams in Schools

2
LDR 523Mentoring and Coaching Fellow Teachers

2
LDR 525Teacher Outreach: Families and Community

2
LDR 527Promoting Cultural Fluency

3
LDR 531Leading Teacher Development and Student Learning

2
LDR 535Advocating for the Teaching Profession

2
LDR 571Planning Teacher Leadership

3
LDR 572Implementing Teacher Leadership

3
LDR 573Evaluating Teacher Leadership

3
and
EDL 546Perspectives and Administration of Educational Policy

3
or
CCD 625Critical Policy Analysis

3