Certificate in Teacher Leadership

Certificate Description

To meet the needs of teachers interested in pursuing a Teacher Leader Endorsement, Youngstown State University now offers a new program specifically aligned to Ohio's new Teacher Leader Framework and standards.

This twelve credit, four course program can be completed within a one year time frame. Organized in a fully online format, candidates can complete coursework while operating as working professionals. This program is designed for candidates who aspire to be formal or informal leaders in their school or district while remaining a classroom teacher.

The program is delivered in a fully online format.

Certificate Director

Dr. Jane Beese
4105 Beeghly Hall
(330) 941-2236
jbeese@ysu.edu

In order to apply  for the Teacher Leader Endorsement Program at Youngstown State University, candidates must:

  1. Hold a current teaching license
  2. Have at least four years of teaching experience
  3. Already have a masters degree or currently enrolled in a master program
  4. Provide two letters of recommendation which explain why the candidate will be successful in the program.
 

Teacher Leader Graduate Certificate

Course of Study: Teacher Leader Endorsement

Youngstown State University

Beeghly College of Liberal Arts, Social Sciences & Education

Graduate Certificate (12 Semester Hours)

COURSE TITLE S.H.
EDAD 6901Instructional Leadership Beyond the Classroom3
EDAD 6906Data-Coaching and Decision Making3
EDAD 6903Building Capacity of Adult Learners3
EDAD 6905Responsive Teaching and Ethical Leadership3

Learning Outcomes

YSU Teacher Leader Endorsement candidates will be able to:

  • Promote a collaborative and professional culture grounded in ethical practice and mutual respect.
  • Lead initiatives that improve instructional practice and elevate student learning outcomes.
  • Facilitate meaningful professional learning experiences informed by adult learning principles.
  • Support shared leadership by encouraging educator collaboration and distributed decision-making.
  • Apply data-informed decision-making processes to support student achievement and instructional improvement.
  • Cultivate productive relationships with colleagues, families, and community partners to support school goals.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth and the advancement of the teaching profession