Rating Scale: Developing to Distinguished

Standard 5. Managerial Leadership

Element B. Conflict Management and Resolution

The principal/assistant principal effectively and efficiently manages the complexity of human interactions so that the focus of the school can be on improved student achievement.

Developing
  • Demonstrates awareness of potential problems and/or areas of conflict within the school.
Proficient

All of the above, and...

  • Creates processes to resolve problems and/or areas of conflict within the school.
Accomplished

All of the above, and...

  • Resolves school-based problems/conflicts in a fair, democratic way.
  • Provides opportunities for staff members to express opinions contrary to those of authority or in relation to potentially discordant issues.
  • Discusses with staff and implements solutions to address potentially discordant issues.
Distinguished

All of the above, and...

  • Monitors staff response to discussions about solutions to potentially discordant issues to ensure that all interests are heard and respected.
  • Resolves conflicts to ensure the best interest of students and the school result.