Self-Assessment of Teacher Leader Qualities

Directions:
● Save this file as LastFirstName_TLQInitial.docx (KnowlesBeyonce_TLQInitial.docx)
● For each element, rate yourself in one of the following three categories (E/A/I). Be honest. This is an
opportunity to document growth
● Provide examples of your experiences in the leadership domain
● Identify areas within each domain where you are interested in growing as a teacher leader.
● Summarize your strengths and areas of possible growth.
● Boxes will expand as needed.
Exploring/Emerging (E) - a level of practice in which the teacher leader relies on ongoing assistance
from more experienced colleagues for support, guidance, and survival. The teacher leader is moving
toward becoming more self-directed and independent in her/his practice. ​

Applying (A) - a level of practice in which the teacher leader is able to provide independent
leadership and easily applies what s/he has learned about leadership.

Integrating/Innovating (I) - a level of development in which the teacher leader is fully skilled and
confident. The Integrating/Innovating teacher leader contributing to the broader educational
community through staff development, research, or publication in professional journals. ​

Domain 1: Fosters a Collaborative Culture to Support Educator Development and Student

E A I
Learning
a. Utilizes group processes to help colleagues work collaboratively to solve problems,
X
make decisions, manage conflict, and promote meaningful change.
b. Models effective skills in listening, presenting ideas, leading discussions, clarifying, X
mediating, and identifying the needs of self and others in order to advance shared
goals and professional learning.
c. Employs facilitation skills to create trust among colleagues, develop collective X
wisdom, build ownership and action that supports student learning.
d. Strives to create an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed in X
addressing challenges.
e. Uses knowledge and understanding of different backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, X
and languages to promote effective interactions among colleagues.
Three Examples of Domain 1 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
I participate in the PLC process at my school weekly. I I would like to continue to learn how a PLC can be
have a team with 3 other teachers. I am very productive to benefit student learning.
comfortable leading the conversation. I am also very
aware of listening to other teachers. We had a new
teacher to the school this year and I made a point to ask
their opinion and make sure they felt included and
valued in our team collaboration. I am responsible for
creating a recording of our meeting agenda which
supports our collaborative time to be focused on our
listed meeting goals. I am aware that all peoples
opinions and knowledge come from their own
experiences. I love to learn from my colleagues.

Domain 2: Accesses and Uses Research to Improve Practice and Student Learning E A I

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 a. Assists colleagues in accessing and using research in order to select appropriate X
strategies to improve student learning.
b. Facilitates the analysis of student learning data, collaborative interpretation of X
results, and application of findings to improve teaching and learning.
c. Supports colleagues in collaborating with the higher education institutions and other X
organizations engaged in researching critical educational issues.
d. Teaches and supports colleagues to collect, analyze, and communicate data from X
their classrooms to improve teaching and learning.
Three Examples of Domain 2 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
In my PLC team we are continuously in the cycle of I myself would like to join high education institutions
teaching, assessing and analyzing data. We pull data engaged in research of critical education issues so I can
from varied sources and use Google Sheets to analyze strengthen my research based understanding of current
it. I created the Google Sheet doc that my team uses to topics in education and engage in meaningful
analyze data and make our groups based on the data. conversations with my colleagues. One specific topic of
learning I would like to explore after my induction
program has ended is Science of Reading.

Domain 3: Promotes Professional Learning for Continuous Improvement E A I

a. Collaborates with colleagues and school administrators to plan professional learning X
that is team-based, job-embedded, sustained over time, aligned with content
standards , and linked to school/district improvement goals.
b. Uses information about adult learning to respond to the diverse learning needs of X
colleagues by identifying, promoting, and facilitating varied and differentiated
professional learning.
c. Facilitates professional learning among colleagues. X
d. Identifies and uses appropriate technologies to promote collaborative and X
differentiated professional learning.
e. Works with colleagues to collect, analyze, and disseminate data related to the quality X
of professional learning and its effect on teaching and student learning.
f. Advocates for sufficient preparation, time, and support for colleagues to work in X
teams to engage in job-embedded professional learning.
g. Provides constructive feedback to colleagues to strengthen teaching practice and X
improve student learning.
h. Uses information about emerging education, economic, and social trends in planning X
and facilitating professional learning.
Three Examples of Domain 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
My PLC team meets weekly. We discuss our current Again, I can see joining professional organizations to be
focus standard and how we will be teaching it. I make a abreast of current research and topics in education
point to share lesson plans that were successful for me would be valuable to support my contribution to my
in my class. I am a collaborator with my team and team in PLC and conversations with Administration.
administration for the PLC process with a common goal
of improvement goals.

Domain 4: Facilitates Improvements in Instruction and Student Learning E A I

a. Facilitates the collection, analysis, and use of classroom and school-based data to X
identify opportunities to improve curriculum, instruction, assessment, school
organization, and school culture.

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 b. Engages in reflective dialog with colleagues based on observation of instruction, X
student work, and assessment data and helps make connections to research-based
effective practices.
c. Supports colleagues’ individual and collective reflection and professional growth by X
serving in roles such as mentor, coach, and content facilitator.
d. Serves as a team leader to harness the skills, expertise, and knowledge of colleagues X
to address curricular expectations and student learning needs.
e. Uses knowledge of existing and emerging technologies to guide colleagues in X
helping students skillfully and appropriately navigate the universe of knowledge
available on the Internet, use social media to promote collaborative learning, and
connect with people and resources around the globe.
f. Promotes instructional strategies that address issues of diversity and equity in the X
classroom and ensures that individual student learning needs remain the central
focus of instruction.
Three Examples of Domain 4 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
I implement a variety of teaching methods to reach all I will always be learning and testing new teaching
my students; teacher led, kinetic, small group, songs, methods.
rhyming and project based. As a virtual educator I am
always looking for new resources and also know what
works now. Engagement apps that I used on a regular
basis are Blooket, Kahoot, Padlet, Google, 99math,
YouTube, kiddle.

Domain 5: Promotes the Use of Assessments and Data for School and District Improvement E A I
a. Increases the capacity of colleagues to identify and use multiple assessment tools X
aligned to state and local standards.
b. Collaborates with colleagues in the design, implementation, scoring, and X
interpretation of student data to improve educational practice and student learning.
c. Creates a climate of trust and critical reflection in order to engage colleagues in X
challenging conversations about student learning data that lead to solutions to
identified issues.
d. Works with colleagues to use assessment and data findings to promote changes in X
instructional practices or organizational structures to improve student learning.
Three Examples of Domain 5 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
I meet weekly with my PLC team to review CFA and CFA I would like to explore new ideas for assessing students
data for that week. Through team analysis we use that and collecting data in my virtual setting.
data to collaborate and create shared teaching groups. I
ask my team how they are grading any rubric questions
to make sure we are all grading on the same scale.

Domain 6: Improves Outreach and Collaboration with Families and Community E A I

a. Uses knowledge and understanding of the different backgrounds, ethnicities, X
cultures, and languages in the school community to promote effective interactions
among colleagues, families, and the larger community.
b. Models and teaches effective communication and collaboration skills with families X
and other stakeholders focused on attaining equitable achievement for students of all
backgrounds and circumstances.
c. Facilitates colleagues’ self-examination of their own understandings of community X
culture and diversity and how they can develop culturally responsive strategies to
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 enrich the educational experiences of students and achieve high levels of learning
for all students.
d. Develops a shared understanding among colleagues of the diverse educational needs X
of families and the community.
e. Collaborates with families, communities, and colleagues to develop comprehensive X
strategies to address the diverse educational needs of families and the community.
Three Examples of Domain 6 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
I collaborate weekly with 3 other teachers on my PLC I think I can strengthen knowing more information
team. I am always reflecting on my own data and our about the students that are shared with me within my
team's data. I listen to the feedback of my team and PLC team. This has been an issue when I do not know
offer my own analysis of what is working and what we the specific educational needs of a new student.
can adjust. I take time to discuss any students I may not
be familiar with and ask about their specific educational
needs.

Domain 7: Advocates for Student Learning and the Profession E A I

a. Shares information with colleagues within and/or beyond the district regarding how X
local, state, and national trends and policies can impact classroom practices and
expectations for student learning.
b. Works with colleagues to identify and use research to advocate for teaching and X
learning processes that meet the needs of all students.
c. Collaborates with colleagues to select appropriate opportunities to advocate for the X
rights and/or needs of students, to secure additional resources within the building or
district that support student learning, and to communicate effectively with targeted
audiences such as parents and community members.
d. Advocates for access to professional resources, including financial support and X
human and other material resources, that allow colleagues to spend significant time
learning about effective practices and developing a professional learning community
focused on school improvement goals.
e. Represents and advocates for the profession in contexts outside of the classroom. X
Three Examples of Domain 7 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
My teaching team just discussed referring students for I am not active in any roles in education outside the
SST (Student Study Team). I shared my personal classroom. I would be willing to explore these rolls but
experience in supporting my student with the SST and with a family at home I do not know if I would be
the outcome. I asked my colleagues about their interested in taking on a new commitment outside of
experience. my working hours.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

I am a strong communicator with my colleagues and administration. I am also very aware of the value of listening
and learning from the experiences of my colleague and administration. I am 100% committed to the work that
supports all my students' best learning. I am willing to explore professional growth opportunities outside of the
classroom.

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