How to Get All Teachers to Become Like the Best Teachers

""How to Get All Teachers to Become Like the Best Teachers delves deeply into one of Todd Whitaker's long-standing school improvement mantras: teacher quality is the single most important factor in student success. In this insightful and actionable book, Whitaker seamlessly blends timeless teaching truths with innovative strategies to elevate teacher effectiveness across the board. With practical guidance on hiring, mentorship, and classroom management, it underscores the power of positive learning relationships and taps into the unique strengths of high-achieving educators. Focused on creating a culture of excellence through intentional practices, this resource is essential for school leaders committed to empowering every teacher to reach their full potential."" Chad Lang, Ed.D., author and Assistant Superintendent of School Improvement & H.R., Glenwood, Iowa ""It is rare to find a book that school leaders can read so easily but which leaves you with so many 'Ah-ha's' and 'Of course's'. How to Get All Teachers to Become Like the Best Teachers is one such book. Dr. Todd Whitaker is a very reputable educator and keynote speaker who is surrounded in his daily life as well by educators. He pulls from his own knowledge and those he encounters daily to craft a book that is a must-read. The easy-to-follow format makes the page turning a joy, not a chore. His words do something so needed right now - honoring the educator and her craft. While he does this, he also puts a few pebbles in the shoe of the reader who is often tasked with finding, interviewing, on-boarding, and retaining educators. The information that is laid out to the reader is timely. The book covers the make-up of a good teacher but also some of the prats and pitfalls encountered by school leaders who search for the best fit for buildings while also recognizing that the current climate in education means school leaders need to adjust their practices to find talent, on-board and retain them, and ultimately grow them into leaders themselves. This book is a worthwhile and easy read. I am better for the time spent reflecting about my current practices and what areas I can adjust in the future to make our great school even better."" Mike Pinto, Principal, James Cole Elementary School, Indiana Principal Leadership Institute Leadership Team ""Todd Whitaker is practical, down-to-earth wisdom on our noble profession--teaching--comes through in his most recent work, How to Get All Teachers to Become the Best Teachers. Todd's voice is the voice all school leaders need to tune into as we build a culture of efficacy in our schoolhouse. Be sure to have plenty of highlighters and post-it notes for another engaging and insightful read from the educational voice of our time."" Sean Gaillard, Principal, Author, Podcaster