49. Equity-Focused School Leadership with Mark Anthony Gooden

Many teachers will say that teaching is a passion of theirs, which is why they put so much time, energy, and creativity into their careers. But many of them also have a passion outside of teaching. So what’s more perfect than combining both of your passions in order to make a difference in the lives of others? My guest on today’s episode, Dr. Mark Anthony Gooden, was able to do just that. Mark shares how to implement and best practices for equity-focused school leadership.No matter where you teach, having educational equity is a necessity. Mark gives insight on how to increase your awareness and the journey you personally need to take within yourself to make any necessary changes. Driving equity in education requires school leadership, which Mark identifies as leaders by role or passion. Since Mark’s passions are equity and education, he used his various skill sets to educate others on equity-focused school leadership.For all links and resources mentioned in this episode, head to the show notes: https://www.educatorforever.com/episode49Watch our free on-demand workshop to learn more about flexible work opportunities beyond the classroom: https://www.educatorforever.com/workshopTake our free quiz to discover your next career step: https://www.educatorforever.com/quizFollow us on Instagram @educatorforever.