The Teacher Leadership MA at Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is designed for experienced educators seeking to enhance their impact within schools and districts without pursuing principal licensure. You will explore critical areas such as the supervision and improvement of instruction, school evaluation and change processes, and curriculum and assessment frameworks for student learning. This postgraduate degree is ideal for those aiming for leadership roles like instructional coaches, department chairs, or curriculum coordinators, equipping you with the skills to drive school improvement and foster professional growth among colleagues.
This Master of Arts program is studied full-time on campus over two years, offering a practical and research-informed approach to educational leadership. You will engage with instructional coaching and mentoring models, learn to build collaborative relationships, and lead professional learning communities. The curriculum emphasizes adaptive challenges, decision-making that enhances student learning, and fostering school-community partnerships. Your capstone experience includes a 16-week Illinois Teacher Leader Practicum, culminating in a standards-based instructional improvement project, preparing you for impactful leadership roles.