"I think it's so important that an educational leader is someone who is of great character, someone that has integrity, that's honest, and that does what they say they're going to do. That's a big part of being a change leader and transformational leader, making sure that people are what matter, relationships matter, and just really taking the lead on that"
- Dr. Stephanie Herrera, UMass Global Associate Dean of the School of Education and Assistant Professor of Education
Are you passionate about education, leadership, and making a lasting impact in your school community? Interested in a school principal career path or wondering how to become a school principal? Today’s topic is the career pathway for school principals and administrators. This educational leadership career pathways webinar explores the responsibilities of school administrators, the credentials you may need, and the educational leadership degree options that can help you move forward in your career.
By the end of this webinar, you will:
Our expert today is Dr. Stephanie Herrera, Associate Dean of the School of Education and Assistant Professor of Education at UMass Global. Dr. Herrera started her educational career with a Bachelor of Science in business administration and a business teaching credential. She began her career as a high school business teacher before moving into K–12 leadership roles, including vice principal and principal. While leading in K–12, she also taught for the university as an adjunct and then senior lecturer before transitioning to a full-time assistant professor role. In addition to her work at UMass Global, she brings real-world experience as a coaching consultant and business owner, helping educators and leaders apply practical strategies for growth in their own careers.
Her career reflects the “jungle gym, not ladder” approach to professional growth, and she encourages future educators and leaders to stay open to new opportunities, learn from every role, and confidently step into leadership when called.
During this educational leadership webinar, Dr. Stephanie Herrera explains what school principals and administrators do each day, the leadership skills that matter most, and the credentialing pathways that can support your next step in educational leadership. Whether you’re considering an administrative services credential, as master’s degree in educational leadership, or another route into school administration, this webinar outlines practical options for advancing your career.
Accredited by WSCUC, UMass Global, a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts, provides over 55 online programs tailored for workplace relevance, including a myriad of online educational leadership programs. We are committed to adult learners with attentive student support, high graduation rates and alumni satisfaction, and credit opportunities for transfers or prior training.
Interested in becoming a school principal or administrator and thinking about your next steps? Speak with an enrollment coach at UMass Global today at 800.746.0082.
Still wanting to learn more? Explore UMass Global’s online educational leadership programs and stay up to date with our latest Career Pathway webinars.
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