How to Grow As a Leader (For Teachers & Admin)

How to Grow As a Leader (for Teachers & Admin)

with Andrea Beam of Liberty University's School of Education

Join us as we explore the importance of reflecting on your strengths —and where you're ready to grow— as a classroom leader. Then, take your leadership to the next level with Liberty's free Shepherd's Mirror Reflection online survey where you will gain personalized insights, receive valuable feedback, and identify where Christ may be calling you to grow.

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Take the FREE Online Assessment: Shepherd's Mirror Reflection
Visit Liberty's Website: Liberty School of Education

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Discussion!

Session Discussion!

Inside the classroom, what is one of your strengths and one area for growth as a leader?

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About the Speaker

Dr. Andrea P. Beam came to Liberty University 17 years ago with over 14 years of experience in the K-12 setting as a special educator and administrator. She began her career teaching Special Education at the high school level, where she coached track and swimming.

Dr. Beam has been an Assistant Principal at both the elementary and high school levels. She finished her public school career as Assistant Principal at Frank W. Cox High School in Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Dr. Beam was an adjunct professor at The George Washington University, Averett University, Norfolk State University, and a full-time Assistant Professor at Regent University before coming on board at Liberty University, where she currently serves as a Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership and Director of Advanced Licensure Programs.

Dr. Beam has been recognized as a finalist for Assistant Principal of the Year at the secondary level, and named in Who’s Who Among Executive and Professional Women Principals in Education, Who’s Who of Women in Education, Who’s Who among American Professionals, and is the recipient of the first-place graduate Chancellor’s Award for Teaching and Excellence at Liberty University. In 2024, Dr. Beam was appointed to the Fulbright Specialist Program roster by the US Department of State to consult on international projects.
She is currently involved in various research activities, publications, and presentations. Her energy, integrity, and passion for leading tomorrow’s teachers make her an asset to Liberty University’s Educational Leadership Graduate Program.

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Shepherd's Mirror Reflection

Discover your leadership strengths – and where you're ready to grow–with the Shepherd's Mirror Reflection. Inside this online assessment you will:

Explore your current leadership strengths,
Gain valuable perspectives from colleagues, and
Identify where Christ may be calling you to grow.

Appropriate for teachers, support staff and school leadership.

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