The Talent Development Hot Seat

Today, we're diving deep into the world of educational leadership with our special guest, Kami Lewis Levin. With over two decades of experience in empowering urban school leaders and promoting systemic change, Kami brings invaluable expertise to our discussion. As an instructor at Columbia's Teacher College and Chief Learning Officer for various nonprofits, she plays a pivotal role in addressing critical issues in K-12 education, notably through her work with the Literacy Design Collaborative.In this episode, we tackle:The challenges of outdated education modelsThe decline in students' reading and math skills, and the urgent need for critical thinking developmentKami collaborates with school districts to create leadership pathways for educators, effectively addressing the prevalent teacher shortage and enhancing career progression opportunitiesParallels between educational and corporate leadership transitions, highlighting the unique hurdles and growth opportunities faced by educators stepping into leadership