Self-Assessment of NBPTS

Directions: For each element, rate yourself in one of the following three categories. Then provide examples of your experiences in the
area of the NBPTS. Finally, identify areas within each domain where you are interested in growing. On the last page, summarize your
strengths and areas of possible growth. Boxes will expand as needed.
 Exploring/Emerging (E/E) - a level of practice in which the teacher relies on ongoing assistance from more experienced
colleagues for support, guidance, and survival. The teacher is moving toward becoming more self-directed and independent in her/his
practice.
 Applying (A) - a level of practice in which the teacher is able to provide independent instruction and easily applies what s/he has
learned about educational practice.
 Integrating/Innovating (I/I) - a level of development in which the teacher is fully skilled and confident. The Integrating/Innovating
teacher is contributing to the broader educational community through staff development, research, or publication in professional
journals.

Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and their learning. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Recognize Individual Differences in Their Students and Adjust Their Practice Accordingly
2. Teachers Understand How Students Develop and Learn
3. Teachers Treat Students Equitably
4. Teachers Know Their Mission Transcends the Cognitive Development of Their Students
Three Examples of Proposition 1 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 I plan and adjust lessons according to student
needs. I understand that each student learns
differently and make sure after each lesson that
they all understand by checking their work and
speaking with them one on one.
 I work in small reading groups and small math
groups weekly. I create my groups based on each
student's level. This allows me to work with
I would like to learn more about student development and
students on each of their needs. their learning process.
 I believe students develop at different levels as
well. Their learning can develop over time and at
different rates. However, creating a base and
building off of that is very important. I make sure
students understand a concept before moving on
to build on to that. For example, before moving
onto regrouping addition, I make sure my students
are able to add.

Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to
E/E A I/I
students.
5. Teachers Appreciate How Knowledge in Their Subjects is Created, Organized, and Linked to Other
Disciplines
6. Teachers Command Specialized Knowledge of How to Convey a Subject to Students
7. Teachers Generate Multiple Paths to Knowledge
Three Examples of Proposition 2 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 The way a subject is taught is very important I enjoy learning about different ways to convey subjects.
because each student learns differently. I make There are so many different teachers that provide great ideas
to teacher certain subjects. I would like to continue to grow
sure to teach each subject with multiple different
in that area.
ways. For example, when teaching grammar, I will
introduce the topic, explain it, show a video, make
an anchor chart, play a kahoot game then give a
practice page for the students to complete.
 I think subjects can be linked to other disciplines
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 such as how to respectifully speak to one another
or write to someone. In my classroom, when we
are writing, I make sure the students stay in the
margins all around the page. This will carry over
when they start typing.
 Subjects can link to other disciplines such as
counting money. I allow my students to use play
money and teach them how to count money by
counting the greatest value first. This is another
way of how I generate multiple paths of
knowledge.

Proposition 3: Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Call on Multiple Methods to Meet Their Instructional Goals
2. Teachers Support Student Learning in Varied Settings and Groups
3. Teachers Value Student Engagement
4. Teachers Regularly Assess Student Progress
5. Teachers Engage Students in the Learning Process
Three Examples of Proposition 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 The way a subject is taught is very important
because each student learns differently. I make
sure to teach each subject with multiple different
ways. For example, when teaching grammar, I will
introduce the topic, explain it, show a video, make
an anchor chart, play a kahoot game then give a
practice page for the students to complete
 I work in small reading groups and small math
I would like to find different ways to impliment assessments.
groups weekly. I create my groups based on each
student's level. This allows me to work with
students on each of their needs.
 I assess students informally and formally. I assess
them prior to a lesson by asking questions or doing
a five minute check. I also do spelling tests,
grammar tests, vocabulary tests, unit tests, and
math tests.

Proposition 4: Teachers think systematically about their practices and learn from experience. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Make Difficult Choices That Test Their Professional Judgment
2. Teachers Use Feedback and Research to Improve Their Practice and Positively Impact Student Learning
Three Examples of Proposition 4 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 Speaking to parents can be very difficult for me. I I would like to find other "games" such as Kahoot that my
have to make that choice because I know it is students may enjoy. I also would like to speak to my class
and get their feedback on what they would like to learn more
beneficial to the student. I involve parents on low
about and figure out a way to incorporate into other lessons
test scores, behavior and seeking out extra support to keep them engaged and to meet their interests.
if needed.
 In the past, I have made difficult choices to involve
doctors or therapists. Again, as a teacher, I know
that I have to seek the best for my students.
 I use student feedback to guide my lessons and
planning. I want to teach in a way that my students
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 can learn but also enjoy what they are learning. For
example, I know my class enjoys playing Kahoot so
I try to use it in a lesson.

Proposition 5: Teachers are Members of Professional Communities E/E A I/I

1. Teachers Collaborate with Other Professionals to Improve School Effectiveness
2. Teachers Work Collaboratively with Families
3. Teachers Work Collaboratively with the Community
Three Examples of Proposition 5 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 I include the community as one of our unit lessons.
I teach the class about different parts of the
community and different jobs that help make the
community work well. I even have volunteers
come in to speak about their job and how it effects
the community. In the past, I have had fire
firghters, police men and nurses come to speak to
the students.
 Our school believes that parent involvement is very I would liket o attend different professional development
important. I speak to parents as much as I need to. meetings on my own that are related to my grade level or
If their child is doing well, I let them know. If they something I am interested in and take what I learn to teach
need extra support in something, I make sure the my colleagues.
parent knows. I also make sure to provide ways to
support their child.
 We have many professional development meetings
where we meet with other professionals to
improve our school effectiveness. We recently met
with a child physchologist to provide us with
different strategies on how to handle certain
situations.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

I believe I am very good at meeting the needs of each student.

I enjoy meeting in small groups and think they are very beneficial.
I believe keeping parents involved is very important and something I do well.
I think it is very important to have a welcoming classroom atmosphere where each child can be themselves and express
who they are. I love seeing my students share what they are eating and being comfortable sharing it even though it may be
something that some of them have never had.
I think I am a great help to my colleagues and that they feel comfortable speaking with me.

I would like to be more comfortable going to other grade level teachers to learn from.
I would like to attend professional developments that are of interest to me.
I would like to be more comfortable with speaking to parents about things their child needs to improve upon.

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