Description
The 2024 Emerging Leaders Program consists of four scoped and sequenced modules that develop the knowledge, skills, and understandings of identified educators who wish to pursue promotional positions in AISWA schools. The four modules are:
1. Leadership today for tomorrow
2. Communication and relationships
3. Strategy, negotiation and influence
4. Gauging impact for improvement
NOTE: Participants in this program are requireed to complete a DISC profile.
Embark on a transformative journey where your potential meets unparalleled guidance, mentorship, and opportunities. Our carefully curated program seeks to hone individuals ready to enter a realm of influence and positive change in the field of education. Immerse yourself in learning and growth, where every challenge is an opportunity to emerge with wisdom, resilience, and inspiration.
Designed to foster a deep-seated understanding of educational leadership dynamics in the modern age, our four-day scoped and sequenced program encompasses a rich tapestry of interactive and kinaesthetic learning including a mini-experiential project. The program is also complemented with data from the participant’s D.I.S.C. personality profile.
Presenters
Meika Pfeiffer-Gough (AISWA Staff)
Manager | Leadership And Teaching Excellence
Meika Pfeiffer-Gough is the Leadership and Teaching Excellence Manager at AISWA, part of the Curriculum and School Improvement Directorate. With 19 years of experience as a teacher and leader across diverse PK-12 educational settings, Meika is committed to promoting excellence in teaching and leadership. She highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and relational trust in building strong, respectful connections within school communities, recognizing these as essential for creating positive learning environments and inspiring growth. Passionate about leadership development, Meika works to empower confident, reflective leaders who drive collective success.
Nancy Pavisich
Dr. Nancy Pavisich is a distinguished Leadership, Management and Communication Consultant. She has dedicated her career to working with leaders, teams, corporate clients, teachers, mentors, and coaches, fostering their personal and professional growth.
Dr Nancy's extensive experience in Education spans across Catholic, Government, and Independent Schools, where she has researched, designed, implemented, and evaluated programs at the system, organisational, team, and individual levels. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mentoring, a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, and qualifications in Business Management and Strategy, Neuroleadership, and Training and Assessment.
As a former senior leader in schools, Dr. Nancy has honed her expertise and is a certified facilitator for Lifestyles and Group Styles Inventory, DISC, EQI 2.0, Print, and Educator Impact Tools. Currently, she lectures in Leadership and Education at Edith Cowan University and serves as a Sessional Tutor at the University of Notre Dame. Additionally, Dr Nancy contributes to the Australian Institute of Management MBA program as a facilitator and workshop designer.
Dr. Nancy's commitment to leadership and education is underpinned by evidence-based research, which she has documented in various professional and non-professional journals. Her dedication to excellence has been recognised through numerous awards, including the New Voice Scholarship Award (2020), a Certificate of Excellence in Educational Leadership from ACELWA (2021), a Post Graduate Award from the Western Australian Institute for Educational Research (2022), and the ACEL Fellowship Award (2022). In 2024, she was nominated Leadership Consultant and Leadership Professional of the Year for the Institute for Learning and Performance for the Asia Pacific Region.
Dr Nancy is also the author to two 5-star reviewed books: It's All About It! Evidence-based, practical guide to workplace communications and Show Up and Lead (Unlock the power of self-awareness and be your best self at work).
Terms & Conditions
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Segments
Module 1: Leadership today for tomorrow
Date / Time
27 May 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 15:30Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 7.00
Module 2: Communication and relationships
Date / Time
25 Jun 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 15:30Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 7.00
Module 3: Strategy, negotiation and influence
Date / Time
26 Aug 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 15:30Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 7.00
Module 4: Gauging impact for improvement
Date / Time
25 Oct 2024 Starts: 08:30 Finishes: 15:30Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 7.00
Learning Area
- Leadership