Practical Leadership and Coaching in Education

Course Objectives

• To provide participants with a clear understanding of key principles of educational leadership and coaching.
• To develop practical skills for leading teams, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth in schools.
• To equip educators with tools to improve communication, feedback, and mentoring practices.
• To promote leadership approaches that drive innovation, motivation, and positive school culture.
• To support participants in designing strategies to implement effective leadership and coaching in their own educational contexts.

Schedule

Module 1 – The Role of Leadership in Education Today

• The importance of leadership for school improvement and teacher development.
• The difference between management, leadership, and coaching.
• Characteristics of effective educational leaders in 21st-century schools.
• European examples of successful school leadership practices.

Module 2 – Leadership Styles and Impact on School Culture

• Main leadership styles and their advantages in different situations.
• How leadership shapes motivation, collaboration, and innovation.
• Building credibility and trust as a leader in schools.
• Inspiring examples of leadership that transformed school communities.

Module 3 – Coaching for Teacher Growth and Empowerment

• Key principles of coaching and mentoring in education.
• Effective communication, active listening, and goal-setting techniques.
• Using coaching to support professional learning and innovation.
• Real examples of coaching relationships that improved school practices.

Module 4 – Communication and Collaboration in Teams

• Leadership as a facilitator of collaboration and shared responsibility.
• Strategies for leading effective team meetings and learning communities.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills for school contexts.
• Creating a culture of feedback and continuous improvement.

Module 5 – Motivating and Engaging Teachers

• Understanding intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in education.
• Recognising strengths and talents in colleagues.
• Practical ways to empower teachers to take initiative and lead projects.
• How to celebrate success and build a culture of appreciation.

Module 6 – Strategic Decision-Making and Change Management

• Tools and frameworks for effective decision-making in schools.
• Leading change while overcoming resistance.
• Balancing innovation with school priorities and policies.
• Lessons learned from international school leadership initiatives.

Module 7 – Innovation and Future-Oriented Leadership

• How leaders can drive pedagogical innovation and digital transformation.
• Supporting colleagues in adopting active learning methodologies.
• Developing a shared school vision for long-term growth.
• Examples of innovative leadership projects in European contexts.

Module 8 – Designing a Personal Leadership and Coaching Plan

• Creating a practical, goal-oriented action plan for leadership growth.
• Setting measurable objectives, timelines, and success indicators.
• Aligning the plan with school needs and staff development priorities.
• Peer review and refinement of leadership plans.

Module 9 – Implementation and Sustainability

• Applying leadership and coaching skills in everyday school life.
• Measuring impact on teaching quality, staff development, and student outcomes.
• Building national and international networks for continued growth.
• Ensuring long-term change and continuous professional development.