Leadership Coach
Leadership Coach
Leroy Slanzi brings over 18 years of experience as a school leader to his leadership coaching practice, making him an invaluable resource for both new and veteran leaders. His coaching philosophy is rooted in a holistic approach that integrates five main styles of leadership: Instructional Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Relational Leadership, Servant Leadership, and Structural Leadership. Each of these styles is infused with empathy, compassion, kindness, and trauma-informed practices, ensuring that every interaction and strategy is tailored to the unique needs of school staff and students.
Flexible Scheduling Structure for Leadership Coaching
Leroy Slanzi offers a variety of coaching options tailored to meet the diverse needs of leaders. Whether you need short-term solutions, long-term support, or group coaching sessions, Leroy’s flexible scheduling structure is designed to fit your busy lifestyle.
Explanation and Benefits
Short-Term Options are perfect for leaders needing immediate, actionable solutions to pressing challenges. These options offer quick turnaround times and focused support, ensuring that leaders can address urgent issues effectively.
Long-Term Options provide sustained support and development, allowing leaders to make significant improvements over time. These programs are designed to adapt to the evolving needs of leaders, ensuring continuous growth and progress.
Group Coaching Options foster a collaborative learning environment where leaders can benefit from peer support and collective problem-solving. These options are ideal for teams looking to align their strategies and improve their leadership practices collectively.
By offering a range of flexible scheduling options, Leroy Slanzi ensures that every leader can find a coaching program that fits their unique needs and availability. Whether you need
1.Instructional Leadership
Instructional Leadership focuses on the core mission of schools: teaching and learning.
- Leroy emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of continuous improvement in instructional practices.
- He coaches leaders to be actively involved in curriculum development, teacher training, and the assessment of student outcomes.
- By prioritizing high-quality instruction, leaders can create an environment where students and teachers thrive.
- Leroy’s approach ensures that empathy and compassion are central to instructional leadership, recognizing the diverse needs and backgrounds of students.
3.Relational Leadership
At the heart of Relational Leadership is the ability to build strong, positive relationships within the school community.
- Leroy coaches leaders to foster trust, open communication, and collaboration among staff, students, and parents.
- He emphasizes the importance of active listening, empathy, and genuine care in every interaction.
- Relational Leadership is about understanding and valuing the contributions of each individual, which helps to create a cohesive and supportive school culture.
- This approach is particularly effective in addressing the needs of students and staff who have experienced trauma, as it prioritizes emotional safety and connection.
5. Structural Leadership
Structural Leadership involves creating and maintaining the frameworks that support the school’s goals and objectives.
- Leroy helps leaders develop clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures.
- He emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and the establishment of robust systems for monitoring and evaluating progress.
- Structural Leadership provides the stability and clarity needed for effective school management.
- When combined with empathy and trauma-informed practices, this approach ensures that these structures are flexible and responsive to the needs of the school community.
2.Organizational Leadership
Organizational Leadership is about creating efficient and effective systems within the school.
- Leroy helps leaders develop skills in strategic planning, resource management, and policy implementation.
- Effective organizational leadership requires a deep understanding of the school’s operational needs and the ability to streamline processes for maximum efficiency.
- By integrating trauma-informed practices, Leroy ensures that these systems are supportive and considerate of the emotional and psychological needs of all stakeholders, creating a nurturing environment that promotes overall well-being.
4.Servant Leadership
Servant Leadership is based on the principle of serving others to enhance their growth and well-being.
- Leroy’s coaching encourages leaders to prioritize the needs of their staff and students, empowering them to achieve their full potential.
- By adopting a servant leadership mindset, leaders focus on developing their teams, fostering a sense of community, and promoting a culture of mutual respect and support.
- This style is inherently compassionate and kind, ensuring that the well-being of others is always a primary consideration.
Integrating Leadership Styles for Maximum Impact
Leroy’s coaching program is unique in its integration of these five leadership styles.
By combining Instructional, Organizational, Relational, Servant, and Structural Leadership, he creates a comprehensive framework that addresses all aspects of school leadership.
Each style complements the others, creating a balanced approach that maximizes the strengths of each leader while addressing their areas for growth.
At the core of Leroy’s approach is a commitment to empathy, compassion, kindness, and trauma-informed practices.
These values ensure that every leadership decision is made with the well-being of students and staff in mind.
By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, Leroy helps leaders create schools where everyone can thrive.
Explicit Description of Options
Quick Fix Session
- Description: Ideal for leaders needing immediate assistance with a specific challenge.
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Availability: Flexible, can be scheduled within a week.
- Includes:
- Pre-session questionnaire to clarify the issue.
- 3 follow-up emails for fine-tuning and feedback.
- Benefits: Provides rapid solutions and actionable steps to address urgent problems.
Short-Term Coaching Package
- Description: For leaders seeking targeted support over a brief period.
- Duration: 3 sessions, 1 hour each.
- Availability: Weekly or bi-weekly, as per convenience.
- Includes:
- Initial assessment.
- Customized action plan.
- Follow-up support.
- Benefits: Focused on achieving quick, impactful results.
Long-Term Options
Comprehensive Coaching Program
- Description: Best suited for leaders looking to make significant, sustained improvements.
- Duration: 12 sessions, 1 hour each.
- Availability: Bi-weekly, over 6 months.
- Includes:
- In-depth initial assessment.
- Personalized development plan.
- Regular progress reviews.
- Access to additional resources and tools.
- Benefits: Provides continuous support and development, ensuring long-term growth and transformation.
Extended Support Package
- Description: For leaders who require ongoing guidance and support beyond the initial program.
- Duration: 6 sessions, 1 hour each.
- Availability: Monthly or bi-monthly.
- Includes:
- Continuous assessment and feedback.
- Tailored coaching to address evolving needs.
- Extended access to resources.
- Benefits: Ensures sustained support and development, adapting to the leader’s changing circumstances and goals.
Group Coaching Options
Leadership Workshop
- Description: Engaging and interactive sessions designed for small groups of leaders.
- Duration: Half-day or full-day workshops.
- Availability: Quarterly.
- Includes:
- Group discussions.
- Experential analysis
- Skill-building activities.
- Benefits: Encourages collaboration, peer learning, and collective problem-solving.
Team Coaching Program
- Description: For larger groups or entire leadership teams seeking to align their strategies and practices.
- Duration: 8 sessions, 1.5 hours each.
- Availability: Monthly or bi-weekly.
- Includes:
- Initial group assessment.
- Customized team development plan.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions.
- Benefits: Enhances team cohesion, improves communication, and fosters a unified leadership approach.
Leadership Retreat
- Description: An immersive experience designed to deeply engage and rejuvenate leaders.
- Duration: 2-3 days.
- Availability: Annually.
- Includes:
- Intensive coaching sessions.
- Team-building activities.
- Strategic planning workshops.
- Benefits: Provides a concentrated period of growth, reflection, and planning, away from the daily grind.
In summary, Leroy Slanzi’s leadership coaching is beneficial for new and veteran leaders because it provides a holistic, integrated approach to school leadership. His extensive experience, combined with a deep commitment to empathetic and compassionate practices, ensures that leaders are well-equipped to meet the challenges of today’s educational landscape. Through his coaching, leaders can develop the skills and insights needed to create positive, transformative changes in their schools.
Leroy is available for one to one coaching sessions, group sessions and entire administrative team seminars.