Week 6 Discussion - Managing Interruptions

Managing interruptions will more than likely be your greatest challenge. There is always someone vying for your attention. Your text mentions that "greater control of your time means greater freedom."

As an administrator, your job is never done. You will have to learn to perform disciplinary duties, management duties, financial duties, as well as all other duties at school and at home. I am learning how to find a balance between home life and work life. I am also learning to write important issues down and highlight them as I resolve each issue. A principal job is hard work but rewarding. I experienced time management 101 during my first week as a principal intern.   I had to perform teacher conferences, facilitate data meetings, review school policies and law as incidents occur along with dealing with several disciplinary referrals. 

Therefore it is imperative for principals to be organized to allow time for interruptions.  The more organized you are the more you will be able to manage time.  It is important to have a google calendar with all school events along with a daily schedule to help manage your time.   Smaller tasks you can delegate to other staff members to help manage time. 

Lastly, in the last three weeks, I have been less stressed about my internship.   My time management skills have helped me to feel good about multitasking and staying abreast of my schedule.  Also, I am very prepared for interruptions and chaos as they occur.