Priority applications for a Summer/Fall 2023 start are currently being processed. Please contact the program director if you would like to be considered for a late submission: sbagley@uw.edu
Are you a passionate teacher who feels called to engage in the critical work of teacher-leadership? The University of Washington College of Education proudly offers the Teaching, Learning & Curriculum (TLC) Masters of Education with a Specialization in Instructional Leadership.
A TLC masters degree with a specialization in Instructional Leadership offers:
- Highly personalized advising and cohort-based support
- Ability to complete your degree in two years; start date flexible
- A mix of summer, evening, and online courses -- all designed for full-time working teachers and coaches
- Courses with expert UW faculty members engaged in cutting-edge, equity-driven research
- Specialization in a content area or educational focus of your choice
- Assignments that connect research directly to your practice
Read a sample schedule for completing a TLC-Instructional Leadership masters degree in two-years.
Learn more about TLC-Instructional Leadership!
This unique masters degree prepares teachers for emerging and critical leadership positions in school and district settings. The degree serves teachers and coaches who want advanced knowledge of leadership and classroom practice, but do not currently aspire to become principals or administrators. Exercising equity-driven leadership, our graduates support and foster the professional development for teachers that can lead to improved student outcomes.
The curriculum blends teacher leadership coursework, content-specific coursework, and inquiry-focused leadership practice based on the 2011 National Standards for Teacher Leadership and the more recent National Teacher Leadership Competencies. Courses draw on the rich knowledge of the UW College of Education faculty as well as notable local experts. A flexible schedule and hybrid format allows you to earn your degree in two years or less, even as you continue to teach full time.
If you want a professional role that directly aligns the twin goals of equity and excellence in education and also nurtures the growth of fellow educators, the TLC-Instructional Leadership masters can offer a transformational experience to you – both personally and professionally.
To learn more about this degree, please set up a phone call or meeting with the program director:
Sylvia Bagley, Ph.D.: sbagley@uw.edu.
Read about our previous teacher leadership contract work with local districts:
Kent School District (2014-2016)
Northshore School District (2014-2016)
Lynden and Meridian School Districts (2015-2016)
