EDLD 5399, Week 2 Job Entry Plan

I guess I am tired, but I really dreaded starting my job entry plan.  But, after I got started, I found  myself wanting to add more and more goals and objectives....it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be.

Brenda Duhon:  EDLD 5399: Week Two Assignment, Part 2--Job Entry Plan

FIRST DAY Goal(s): Attempt to meet as many staff members as possible.

Objective(s):  Identify key personnel

Activities addressing goals and objectives

·         Meet with secretary and outline a tentative plan for the first day

·         Meet central office staff

·         Be as visible as possible throughout the day

Resources needed to achieve goals and objectives

·         Staff directory

·         Map of district

FIRST WEEK Goal #1: Depending upon the size of the district, continue to meet as many staff members and administrators as possible.

Objective(s):  Learn key personnel and their job duties.

Activities addressing goals and objectives

·         Continue to remain visible throughout the District

·         Continue to meet as many district personnel as possible

·         Eat lunch at campuses

·         Create a plan/schedule to attend campus faculty meetings

Resources needed to achieve goals and objectives

·         Notepad or electronic recording device to record notes

·         Campus faculty meeting schedules.

·         Lunch money!

FIRST WEEK Goal #2:  Shape district culture that is supported by the educational community. (Domain I: Competency 2)

Objective(s):  Begin the process of creating a positive climate with all stakeholders.

Activities addressing goals and objectives

·         Develop and communicate a plan for communication to the School Board

·         Develop and communicate a plan for communication with administrators and staff.

·         Develop a plan for communicating to parents and community members.

·         Meet with principals, coordinators, and directors to review the following:

o   Opening of school

o   Outline expectations for myself and administrative team

o   Begin discussions on areas that need improvement

Resources needed to achieve goals and objectives

·         List of communication resources currently available in the district:  e-mail, newsletters, video technology, website

·         AEIS reports

·         School Report Cards

·         NCLB Report Cards

·         Accountability Ratings

FIRST MONTH Goal(s):  Communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure educational success for all students.  (Domain I: Competency 3)

Objective(s):  Become immersed in all aspects of the school district.

Activities addressing goals and objectives

·         Continue study of district data

·         Begin campus meetings to introduce myself to faculty and outline my goals for the district.

·         Meet with Business Manager to access district finances include budgets, recapture, federal funding, tax rates, etc.

·         Prepare for first School Board meeting.

·         Start getting to know board members on a personal level.

·         Review board policy and administrative guidelines.

·         Be visible at community functions.

·         Meet PTA Area Council members.

·         Meet with local legislators and business/community leaders.

Resources needed to achieve goals and objectives

·         Data:  AEIS reports, School Report Cards, NCLB Report Cards, Accountability Ratings

·         Current budget and financial data

·         Research/materials as needed for school board meeting

·         Board Policy Online

·         Administrative Guidelines

·         Names and contact information for legislators and business/community leaders.

FIRST YEAR Goal(s): Apply principles of effective leadership and management in relation to district budgeting.  (Domain III: Competency 8)

Objective(s): Create a balanced budget that meets the needs of the district.

Activities addressing goals and objectives

·         Begin discussions with district stakeholders regarding budget needs for next school year.

·         Conduct Budget Forum/Workshop for patrons

·         Conduct Needs Survey

·         Develop a balanced budget

·         Board-approved budget in required timeline.

Resources needed to achieve goals and objectives

• Current year budget
• Revenue forecasting information
• Enrollment forecasting information
• Identified list of needs by campus and departments