I love this idea so much as many teachers are not looking to become administrators or other roles that will remove themselves from the classroom.
Here are a few ideas for how you can become a teacher leader on your team or in your building!
1. Model the idea of lifelong learning. Invite people into your classroom to watch lessons and ask to visit other classrooms to watch other teachers. We learn best from each other! Be confident in areas that you teach well and let others see you shine. On the other hand, think about things that you would like to see others teach (behavior management is a great thing to watch often as a new teacher).
2. When opportunities come up in the school or district, volunteer! If there is a committee or group that needs teachers, let your voice be heard.
3. Be solution- oriented. It is easy to listen and see the negative, but your mindset and that of those around you can stay positive. It makes moving on from setbacks and negativity easier and people will naturally gravitate towards that positive energy.

I have taught classes to other teachers in my school district. I have suggested resources for science to help teach our curriculum to my district. I also think that mentoring student teachers is a great way to show leadership and it is greatly appreciated.

Leading from the classroom means championing the needs and rights of your students by creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. You can advocate for resources, support services, or policy changes that benefit your students, especially those from marginalized communities. Additionally, you can use your classroom as a platform to promote social justice and awareness, encouraging students to understand and engage with important societal issues. By actively communicating with policymakers, administrators and involving parents and the community, you ensure that your students' voices are heard and their needs are met.