My Philosophy on Education and Leadership
As a transformational leader in international education, I strive to create a culture of psychological safety and continuous growth, empowering teachers with practical tools and support to help all students succeed, particularly those traditionally marginalized by educational systems. My leadership approach focuses on removing obstacles, modeling best practices, and providing actionable professional development, always with the ultimate goal of improving student outcomes and advancing teaching practices.
I strongly believe that education can bring about positive change both on an individual and societal level. As an international educator, I have always been an advocate for students such as those who are multilingual, have learning differences, are gifted, or face social and emotional challenges. My goal is to provide educators with the necessary tools to help all students succeed. My philosophy of education and leadership revolves around empowering students by ensuring that they have access to caring and competent teachers, and that teachers continue to develop their skills and reflect on their practice.
Psychological Safety
To achieve success, school leaders must create a culture of care, support, and trust. This will foster psychological safety and encourage reflective learning. As a transformational leader, I aim to motivate colleagues to reach higher levels of achievement. I believe in empowering teachers by removing obstacles and distractions, allowing them to focus on impactful work that benefits student learning and success.
Coaching and Mentoring Teachers
My approach to leadership is similar to my teaching style, which involves coaching and guiding teachers rather than being a top-down supervisor. I strongly believe that leaders should lead by example and be willing to do anything they ask of their team. As the Middle Years Program Coordinator at the International School of Ulaanbaatar, I am honored to continue teaching and use this opportunity to set an example for both teachers and students.
Practical Implimentation
As an educator who has attended numerous professional development sessions and workshops, I have noticed that many of these opportunities tend to emphasize pedagogical theory rather than practical classroom application. Therefore, when providing staff training or development, it is crucial for leaders to create or gather content that teachers can immediately implement in their classrooms to achieve tangible results in student achievement. Ultimately, effective leadership should always aim to support students in reaching their goals and help teachers improve their practice.