Components:

4a: Reflecting on Teaching

• articulates an understanding of lessons’ goals and objectives

• states the strengths and weaknesses of lessons based on data

• analyzes students’ participation in terms of content comprehension

• encourages participation from diverse student populations

• writes reflections about lessons and refines subsequent instruction

• accepts feedback and implements recommendations

• develops written plans for improvement

4b: Maintaining Accurate Record

• records and updates the results of students’ assignments

• collects information about students’ progress in a systematic manner

• analyzes performance of students with diverse learning styles

• maintains records of non-instructional activities

4c: Communicating with Families

• records and updates the results of students’ assignments

• collects information about students’ progress in a systematic manner

• analyzes performance of students with diverse learning styles

• maintains records of non-instructional activities

4d: Working in and Contributing to the School and District

• establishes rapport with members of diverse populations

• seeks assistance from other professionals concerning teaching and learning

• participates in school-related activities

4e: Growing and Developing Professionally

• participates in student teaching seminars and other required university events

• attends all required school and district professional development programs

• shows evidence of participation in at least one professional organization

• integrates information from professional publications into daily instruction

• articulates a philosophy of education that includes critical self-reflection

• asssses personal cultural perspective and its influence on interactions with others4f: Showing Professionalism

• attends promptly and regularly

• dresses professionally in the school setting

• practices personal hygiene and neat grooming

• completes schedules, assignments, and other paperwork on time

• completes work in the manner prescribed by the university and/or the school district

• complies with school and class rules

• uses relevant codes of ethics for the teaching profession

• follows proper procedures for reporting students’ welfare and safety

• acts responsibly regarding school and personal property

• challenges stereotypical attitudes

• ensures that all students receive an equitable opportunity to succeed