The school I work in is within NSW Department of Education in a primary school. In the past I have also worked in Diocesan Catholic Schools. At the deepest level, I agree with Elizabeth Bradley’s forum post (22/7) that Mintzberg’s Machine organisation is at the core of the schools operation. Professional and divisional organisations fit within the promotions structure and training requirements for all staff. Recent validation review has really heightened our focus on ensuring policies and strategic directions platforms are in place. Additionally, it has allowed us to identify areas for improvement. Innovation organisation is also present in stages and grade level meetings whereby teachers are encouraged to be creative and to experiment with new ways to interpret outcomes. Leadership is also encouraged with opportunities to lead staff professional learning.
Staff are affected by all Management styles in schools but I would have to say it is the Machine or bureaucratic level that can be the most frustrating. Instead of enhancing our day to day operation in schools it can, at times take away from our focus on education and occupy our time with administration tasks.
Reference
Kokemuller, N. (2017). Mintzberg’s five types of organizational structure. In Hearst Newspapers: Small business. Retrieved from http://smallbusiness.chron.com/mintzbergs-five-types-organizational-structure-60119.html
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