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Teachers as Leaders
with Jody Tucker, EdD
This course invites mentor teachers to step into their power as transformative teacher‑leaders, equipping them with the vision, skills, and confidence to guide pre‑service and novice educators with purpose and heart. Through deep exploration of culturally responsive leadership, adult learning, meaningful communication, trust‑building, and reflective practice, participants cultivate the leadership capacity to inspire colleagues and elevate learning for every P–12 student.
Mentor teachers shape the next generation of educators, and this course strengthens their ability to lead with intention and impact. Participants investigate the many dimensions of teacher leadership, examine how mentors influence learning cultures, and practice strategies that support meaningful growth in pre‑service and novice teachers. They assess their strengths, articulate their emerging leadership identity, and build essential relational and instructional skills that foster trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. By engaging deeply in reflection and application, participants expand their leadership reach and help create learning environments where teachers and students thrive.
Audience: Teachers, mentors, instructional leaders, district and school administrators
| The Details | |
| Dates | Starts June 8 |
| Time | Asynchronous |
| Cost | $1,122 |
| Location | Online |
| Graduate Credits Available | 3 |
Jody Tucker, EdD
Facilitator
Dr. Tucker collaborates with the Continuing and Professional Education staff and SEHD faculty members to develop and sustain programs and partnerships that directly serve critical needs of children, youth, and adults seeking lifelong learning opportunities. She partners with corporations, nonprofit organizations, school districts, healthcare professionals, institutions of higher education, and the broader community to co-create customized professional development, facilitate strategic planning processes, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and provide leadership coaching. Jody previously served the SEHD as the Associate Director of Clinical Teacher Education, where she supervised the development of preservice teachers and directed the NxtGEN program. Prior to coming to CU Denver 2019, Jody was a business owner, non-profit director, teacher, coach, school leader, and district administrator.