Jalmar Press

Research substantiates that the most neglected area of educational reform is improving the staff. Staff Esteem Builders is the administrator's bible for enhancing staff esteem. Presents dozens of research-based activities to build cohesiveness and collegiality. Includes action plan for improvement of each building block of self-esteem: security, self-hood, affiliation, mission, and competence. Has assessment forms, survey and checklists to assess staff strengths, weaknesses and overall school climate. Includes reflective questionnaire for Principals to review their own personal esteem-building style. Provides a complete guide to successful team building, along with scores of activities. Teachers need to know that they do make a difference, and that their energy and countless hours are valued and appreciated. This book is a first step toward making the staff esteem-building process come alive so that the goal of empowered educators becomes a reality.