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WHAT
MAKES AN EFFECTIVE AR/CR??
1) What makes an effective Ar/Cr?
A. An effective Ar/Cr has broad knowledge of programs and services
of the local, state, and national associations.
1. Gets and uses up-to-date information.
2. Knows how to obtain assistance and information from the Association.
B. An effective Ar/Cr is dedicated.
1. Cares about the working conditions of unit members.
2. Is willing to give the time needed to do the job.
3. Does more than just "sign 'em up". An effective Ar/Cr stays
constantly involved with unit members.
4. Is always able to help with problems and listen to concerns.
5. Is willing to put up with flack.
C. An effective Ar/Cr believes in the Association.
1. Feels the organization is effective.
2. Is enthusiastic.
3. Is an advocate for the Association.
D. An effective Ar/Cr maintains good rapport with the visiting
teachers.
1. Is objective.
2. Treats members importantly.
3. Is able to deal with the site/program administration.
E. An effective Ar/Cr is an initiator of action and a person who
is willing to take a risk.
2) What are the skills of the Ar/Cr?
A. An effective Ar/Cr.
1. Knows how to motivate unit members to take part in the Association.
2. Knows how to run a meeting.
B. An effective Ar/Cr is a good communicator.
1. Solicits opinions from the visiting teachers frequently.
2. Maintains one-on-one contact.
3. Speaks out at visiting teachers/faculty meetings.
4. Uses the bulletins boards.
5. Gathers and relays information.
C. An effective Ar/Cr is a good organizer.
1. Has a cadre of people to help.
2. Knows how to get unit members to attend meetings, rallies,
etc.
3. Understands which people and what activities hinder the growth
of the organization.
D. An effective Ar/Cr is a decision maker.
1. Knows when to file a grievance.
2. Is willing to take action when problems arise at the site/program.
E. An effective Ar/Cr is assertive.
1. Continues to work on non-members to join.
2. Is willing to handle grievances and problems at the site/program
level.
3. Understands the grievance procedure.
F. An effective Ar/Cr is a good manager of time.
1.
Knows how to delegate responsibility.
2. Knows how to prioritize tasks.
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