Transformational Special Education Leadership Consulting

Transformational leadership (individual consideration, intellectual stimulation, inspirational motivation, and idealized influence) influences engagement in positive change for both the principal and special education teacher. Special Education leadership empowers principals to support special education teachers while leading programs and services for students with disabilities.  

Transformational special education leadership consulting involves identifying the problem areas that may prevent positive change when leading special education, developing a plan to increase leadership capacity, and engaging in collaborative problem-solving to combat the areas of need.

A plan for improved leadership capacity could include 1:1 coaching, and prescribed leadership training based on identified needs. Site visits allow for job-embedded collaboration and technical assistance to enhance principals’ knowledge of special education practices.

Consulting includes:

Bi-weekly or monthly on-site visits (Half-day) 

• Administrators receive guidance to develop their leadership vision for the special education program
• Transformational strategies to help build and strengthen your rapport and relationship with special education teachers will be shared.
• Principals receive insight on special education teacher workload concerns.

Bi-weekly or monthly calls-virtual or phone (60 min)

Unlimited Q&A texts and emails

Free access to NASET’s (National Association of Special Education Teachers) membership site

SAMPLE On-Site Visit Agenda for Building-Level Administrator

Objective:
To provide transformational leadership support for special education leadership at the building level following Dr. Veale's Transforming Special Education Leadership framework.

Duration:
3.5-hour half-day visit

Agenda:

1. Welcome and Introductions 

• Introduction to the purpose and goals of the visit
• Brief overview of the agenda for the session

2. Overview of Current Special Education Landscape 

• Review of current special education programs, services, and resources available at the school
• Analysis of current challenges and successes in special education leadership
• Discussion on the principal's vision for special education and alignment with school goals

3. Building Positive School Culture 

• Importance of fostering a positive and supportive school culture for students with special needs
• Discussion on leadership strategies to promote empathy, respect, and inclusivity among staff and students

4. Support Systems for Special Education Staff 

• Discussion on support systems for new and existing special education teachers

5. Action Planning and Goal Setting

• Development of specific action steps and goals for enhancing special education leadership
• Identification of measurable outcomes and timelines for implementation

6. Wrap-Up and Next Steps

• Summary of key takeaways and action items from the visit
• Agreement on follow-up actions and support needed from district or external resources
• Closing remarks and feedback on the visit

This on-site visit agenda aims to foster a collaborative approach to enhancing special education leadership at the building level and will change based on the implementation stages of the framework.