Education Influencers
Education Influencers
Podcast Description
This show features individuals who are influencing education through thought leadership and hard work. They are making strides toward improving educational experiences and outcomes for all students and all teachers.
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The podcast focuses on themes of educational leadership, innovative teaching practices, and community engagement, with episodes exploring topics like reading instruction enhancement, academic policy influence, and the development of sustainable educational programs.

This show features individuals who are influencing education through thought leadership and hard work. They are making strides toward improving educational experiences and outcomes for all students and all teachers.
In this episode of Education Influencers, Dr. Carla Sparks interviews Dr. Margarete Talbert-Irving, a distinguished graduate of the doctoral program in educational leadership at National Louis University. Dr. Talbert-Irving shares her impressive career trajectory across various leadership roles in Florida public school districts, including principal, executive area director, Chief Academic Officer, and Deputy Superintendent.
She discusses the importance of thought leadership, the impact of mentoring and coaching, and the significance of sustaining educational change. She also highlights her continued passion for teaching and her commitment to helping future educators succeed. The discussion delves into strategies for influencing teacher effectiveness, retaining talent, and fostering student achievement.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction to Education Influencers
00:37 Meet Dr. Margarete Talbert-Irving
01:37 Impact of Earning a Doctorate
03:26 Influencing Education Daily
05:29 Personal Impact and Servant Leadership
06:00 Supporting New Teachers and Alternative Certification
11:36 Mentoring and Executive Coaching
14:36 District Leadership Experiences
19:09 The Joy of Teaching and Adjunct Professorship
25:55 Advice for Aspiring Education Leaders
31:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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