What A Principal At Legacy College Prep Ednovate Wishes They Had Known Before Entering The Education Industry
Evelyn, a school principal, wished for more prior training on emotional intelligence, emphasizing its crucial role in leadership. The importance of "knowing yourself," understanding one's strengths and limitations, and supporting others in the same way are key lessons learned through experience in this career.
Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Teamwork, Problem-Solving
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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Evelyn Castro
Principal
Legacy College Prep- Ednovate Charter Schools
UC Santa Barbara, 2009
Loyola Marymount University- Masters in Administration and Admin Credential
Anthropology, Sociology, Ethnic & Related Studies
Education
Education
Honors Student, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Emotional intelligence is crucial for success in school leadership.
2. Self-awareness, including understanding your values, strengths, and limitations, is key.
3. Supporting others in managing their emotions and working towards goals is essential for effective leadership.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that someone could have told you before you entered the industry?
I wish I had known more or learned more about how much emotional intelligence matters in this role. I had to learn a couple of things by making mistakes, or the hard way.
But I think really, the importance of, first and foremost, knowing yourself is key. Getting to a place where you know your values, who you are, the strengths you bring, but also your areas of growth and your limitations.
I would say that is key to doing this job well. Then, being able to support others in doing the same, being self-aware. And being able to manage the different emotions that other people will bring to the table.
Being able to name those and support a group of people with overcoming some of those things to make something happen or to reach a goal. Those are things that I wish I would have had more training on and would have known prior to becoming a school leader.