This paper aims to draw lessons from existing research on school leader diversity, and to supplement that evidence with new insights from the lived experiences of teachers, aspiring and practicing school leaders of color, and local and state administrators who oversee school leader recruitment and support. These perspectives are elevated to bring…

This study examined the effects of job attributes, job information sources, and school level on reactions of experienced teachers to principal jobs described in recruitment brochures. High school teachers reacted more favorably when the description highlighted management attributes. Elementary and middle level teachers reacted more favorably when…

According to recent data, the pool of principal candidates is shrinking. How is the role perceived and what can school districts do to make it more attractive in recruiting and retaining highly qualified administrators? This open-ended, qualitative study sought to uncover the underlying reasons leadership-skilled women teachers choose to remain in…