Educational Leadership
Lead. Serve. Inspire.
The Educational Leadership program provides students with hands-on experience working alongside teachers, office staff, and school administrators while developing the professional skills needed for success in education, business, and public service careers.
Students serve as educational assistants and office support personnel, gaining real-world experience in communication, organization, professionalism, and workplace responsibility. Through practical application and supervised work experiences, students learn how schools operate while building valuable career and employability skills.
This program is ideal for students interested in careers in education, administration, human services, business operations, or public service.
What Students Will Learn
Students develop skills in:
- Professional communication
- Customer service and public relations
- Office procedures and organization
- Record keeping and filing systems
- Time management
- Workplace professionalism
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- Educational support techniques
- Confidentiality and ethical responsibilities
These skills prepare students for both immediate employment opportunities and future education and training programs.
Hands-On Learning Experiences
Educational Leadership students may:
- Assist teachers with classroom preparation and organization
- Support student learning activities under staff supervision
- Prepare instructional materials
- Assist with attendance and classroom records
- Welcome and direct visitors in the school office
- Support administrative office operations
- Organize and file records and documents
- Assist students and families seeking information
- Complete workplace projects and assignments
- Participate in school-wide activities and events
Students gain firsthand experience working in professional educational and office environments while developing confidence and workplace readiness.
Career Pathways
This program introduces students to careers such as:
- Teacher
- Paraeducator
- Educational Assistant
- School Office Professional
- Administrative Assistant
- Executive Assistant
- Human Resources Assistant
- Receptionist
- Office Manager
- Public Service Professional
The skills learned in Educational Leadership are transferable to nearly every career field and provide a strong foundation for future employment and post-secondary education.
Industry-Recognized Credentials
Students have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized credentials that demonstrate workplace readiness and professional skills, including:
- CareerSafe Employability Skills Certification
- YouScience Career Readiness Credentials
- Additional workforce readiness certifications as available
These credentials help students build résumés, strengthen job applications, and prepare for future career opportunities.
Preparing Future Professionals
Educational Leadership provides students with an opportunity to move beyond the traditional classroom and experience what it means to be a contributing member of a professional team. Through meaningful work experiences and mentorship from teachers and administrators, students develop the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to succeed in education, business, and beyond.