Date of Award
12-2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Department
Executive Leadership
First Supervisor
Daniele Lyman-Torres, EdD
Second Supervisor
Angela Clark-Taylor, EdD
Abstract
This interpretive phenomenological analysis examined the career trajectories of four Black women in senior leadership roles within charter schools in the Northeastern Region of the United States. It explored how personal, professional, and cultural factors shaped their leadership experiences. Findings revealed that the participants faced systemic and cultural barriers impacting both access to leadership and their ability to sustain those roles. They navigated intersecting challenges of race, gender, and institutional expectations while balancing personal and community commitments. This study underscores the need for equity-centered strategies to address structural barriers and foster inclusive leadership pathways. Three recommendations emerged: targeted mentorship, equity-driven policies with accountability, and integrating spirituality and cultural identity into leadership development. By centering Black women lived experiences, this research offers actionable strategies to strengthen leadership diversity.
Recommended Citation
Miles, Oscia A., "Key Factors and Experiences That Influence the Career Trajectory of Black Women in Charter School Senior Leadership" (2025). Education Doctoral. Paper 635.
https://fisherpub.sjf.edu/education_etd/635
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