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
 All students are given access to the same learning
opportunities and technological resources
 Students with IEP's or 504 plans are given
Finding ways to reach students who are resistant to learning
personalized assignments and assessments based
through their areas of need in their cognitive development.
on their areas of strength/need
 I create a safe learning environment where
students are encouraged to take risks in learning.

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
 Students complete their Warm-Ups through a
Google Form which quickly provides data for me to
analyze and decide what parts of the previous
day's lesson I need to reteach. I would like to modify assessments to better meet the
 I use multiple methods and modalities to teach Calfornia Standards
mathematical concepts.
 Lessons are systemically created upon student's
prior 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

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  My students are assessed weekly on one or two
concepts at a time and are promptly given their
results with feedback
Finding new ways of engaging students in the learning
 I try to incorporate fun and interactive activities
process to make them feel empowered
into my lessons to promote student engagment.
 I monitor student progress using excit tickets and
fist to 5 to check for 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
 Expectations and policies are presented to students
at the beginning of the semester and I hold students
accountable to them.
 I work to build relationships with my students and Grow in my research of concepts and pedagogy.
making myself approachable to them so that they
are comfortable asking me for help
 Learn and reflect from feedback from colleagues

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 have an "open door" policy with students and
parents.
 I regularly communicate with students' families to
provide academic support options. Grades are
reguarly updated online for students and parents
to see. Work collaboratively with the community
 I regularly work with other Geometry teachers to
discuss what we are teaching and what are
students are struggling with. We use this time to
discuss tools/feedback to make our lessons more
effective.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

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 As an educator, I have the ability to organize, simplify, and deliver the curriculum to students with different levels of
understanding and different learning styles. Through the use of research and professional development opportunities, I am
able to grow as an educator and lead my students through a successful educational journey.

Possible growth areas for me would be to work in areas of community collaboration and higher level thinking.

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