Rider’s M.A. in Teacher Leadership is designed for accomplished educators who are committed to teaching excellence and want to be catalysts of change and collaboration in their schools. This leadership program combines the best of face-to-face learning with the convenience of online learning. Its innovative design gives participants the flexibility they need to balance work and family demands while advancing their skills as teacher leaders.
Rider University has proudly offered a program in teacher leadership well in advance of the New Jersey endorsement availability. With several years of experience with this program, Rider is well-positioned to provide candidates with the necessary skills for leading and supporting teachers in the important work of student learning.
Rider University’s Teacher Leadership graduates will enhance their careers with many skills and be prepared to be catalysts for change in the workplace. The tools gained from the program will support educators for instructional coaching, supervision, professional growth and leading a variety of school and/or district improvement efforts.
One of the most unique aspects of what Rider offered compared to other colleges was the hybrid program. Classes on Saturday once a month are very doable and allow me to make personal connections and friendships with my classmates.
Enhance your content knowledge and ability to deliver instruction in a common core curriculum area of specialization with a teacher leadership concentration.
Teachers who complete the full 36-credit master’s degree will acquire both content knowledge and the skills needed to be effective teacher leaders in their schools and school districts. The full master’s degree program includes both the 21-credit teacher leadership core and the 15-credit core content disciplines. Students who complete the teacher leadership core, which includes a 120-hour internship, will be eligible to receive the state endorsement for teacher leadership. Students who complete the master’s degree track are eligible to apply for New Jersey supervisor certification. Students who complete the principal concentration will be eligible to apply for principal certification.
A Teacher Leadership Professional Development Certificate is also available.
Rider University is proud to partner with The State of New Jersey and give back to educators by offering a tuition discount and additional benefits to eligible employees, as well as their immediate family members under the age of 24, for undergraduate or graduate study. Other partners include Lawrence Township Public Schools, West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District and Ewing Public Schools.
Our undergraduate accelerated option makes it possible to earn both your bachelor’s degree and a graduate degree in less time. Rider students pursuing the accelerated option work closely with an academic advisor to develop a personal education plan for completing their degrees. Contact your faculty advisor to learn more about this accelerated learning opportunity.
Assistant Professor, Director Teacher Leadership/Principal Leadership
Graduate Education, Leadership and Counseling
blehet [at] rider.edu
609-896-7750
Academic Focus: Educational Leadership
