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 understand that students learn at various paces
and in diverse ways. I always try to include a
variety of teaching strategies and student activies
that meet the needs of all learners. I would like to grow in area 2: Teachers understand how
students develop and learn. I think talking to colleagues,
 I work to provide differentiated instruction by
researching peer-reviewed articles, and through trial and
giving students voice and choice in live class
error I could gain a better understanding of how students
connect sessions. learn.
 I understand that my role of a teacher goes far
beyong the classroom. I aim to make a positive
impact on my students by encouraging them.

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
 I have an understanding of how my content is
created.
 I clearly see how my content is related and linked I would like to expand on my understanding of #6: Teachers
command specialized knowledge of how to convery a subject
to other diciplines.
to students.
 I often inform my students that the skills they are
learning in health class go far beyond the classroom.

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

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  I design my lessons to be student-centered.
 I postiviely reinforce any student participation and
ask my students to do the same when their peers I would like to improve on my knowledge on #2: Teacher
share. support student learning in varied setting and groups. I work
in an online school which makes assessing students in live
 I formatively assess my students multiple times
sessions a challenge at times. Students can very easily hide
within a single lesson. This allows me to provide behind their screens and choose to not respond.
instead feedback and adapt my lesson based on
student understanding.

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
 I use feedback from my own lessons by reflection on
what went well and what didn't.
 I use feedback from my instructional coach to
improve my teaching strategies and student I would like to grow in proposition 4 area #1: Teacher makes
difficulut choices that tests their professional judgement. I
activities.
am not entirely sure what this would look like.
 I use feedback from my PLC facilitator to make
adjustments to my common formative
assessments.

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 collaborate with my Health team to develop
effective lessons.
 I collaborate with my instructional coach to
I would like to expand on #2: Collaborating with families.
improve upon my teacher strategies.
 I collaborate with fellow PLC facilitators, colleagues,
and learning groups to develop my practice.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

I would say that I am strong in Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and their learning. I am passionate
about my job and I love my students. I recognize that students are all diverse and I strive to highlight that in my classroom
practices. I do my best to give my students voice and choice in the classroom in order for them to take responsibility of
their learning. I would also say that another strength of mine is Proposition 3: Teachers are responsibility for managing
and monitoring student learning. I highly value student engagement and provide multiple opportunities for student
participation. Areas that I could grow in are Proposition 4: Teachers think systamatically about their practices and learn
from their experiences. Specifically, area #1: Teachers make difficult choices that test their professional judgement. I
would also like to expand in Propostion 5, area #2. I value the role of the family in student success. I believe how to
effectively communicate with them would be extremely beneficial to my career.

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