School leaders play an important role in teacher success. Creating a safe and supportive work environment requires open communication and emphasizes developing a culture of caring and appreciation. It also requires creating efficient systems and processes, and offering pathways to professional growth. This Edutopia article offers important insights for those who lead school communities.
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Addressing this problem takes more than well-intentioned gestures, such as annual care packages or single-day well-being fairs. Instead, school leaders need to create and sustain a safe and supportive work environment every day of the school year. This involves changing structures, policies, and practices that impact teachers’ daily lives to address some of the root causes of stress. The goal is to foster and sustain a work environment that is more welcoming and conducive to personal and professional growth.
