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Teacher Leadership - Finding the “Right Fit”

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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 39

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Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist
Jordan School District
@MsKelCan
@mskelcan
Kelli Cannon has been an educator for ten years, teaching upper elementary students prior to her current role as a Digital Learning Specialist. Kelli is a Utah Teacher Fellow and holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology, as well as endorsements in Teaching English as a Second Language and Instructional Coaching. She is a Google Tainer and co-leader of the Google Educator Group in Utah. Kelli is passionate about finding new ways to engage students through the use of technology.
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Digital Teaching and Learning Specialist
Jordan School District
@KBeddes
@MissBeddes
Kiera Beddes, with 13 years of teaching experience, currently serves as a Digital Teaching & Learning Specialist in Jordan School District, Utah. She's the President Elect on the Utah Coalition for Educational Technology board and a network leader for Utah's Teacher Fellows program. With Master's degrees in Teacher Education and endorsements in ESL, Edtech, and Instructional Coaching, Kiera is passionate about integrating technology in education to break down barriers to learning. Her interests include social science, literature, and professional development.

Session description

Explore the versatile leadership roles of teachers in this session. From classrooms to after-school programs, we'll discuss how to “fit” your strengths with leadership roles. You'll gain insights into potential leadership paths in education and practical guidance to pursue them, fostering a more engaged and effective school community. In today's dynamic educational landscape, teachers are more than just instructors—they're leaders. Teacher leadership is vital in addressing current learning challenges. By wearing different leadership hats, teachers can leverage their unique insights toward innovative educational practices. Teacher leadership is not just a solution—it's a catalyst for positive change.

Session specifications

Topic:
Leadership
Attendee devices:
Devices not needed
ISTE Standards:
For Education Leaders:
Empowering Leader
  • Empower educators to exercise professional agency, build teacher leadership skills and pursue personalized professional learning.
  • Inspire a culture of innovation and collaboration that allows the time and space to explore and experiment with digital tools.
For Educators:
Leader
  • Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students.