Self-Assessment of Teacher Leader Qualities

Adapted from https://www.accomplishedteacher.org/

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
 Mark each box with an X
 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

Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and E A I

learning. Accomplished Teachers:

1. Recognize Individual Differences in Their Students and Adjust X

Their Practice Accordingly

2. Understand How Students Develop and Learn X

3. Treat Students Equitably X

4. Know Their Mission Transcends the Cognitive Development of Their X

Students

Three examples of experience (i.e., if Area of interest for growth

you scored A or I, give examples)

1. I recognize that students come into I would like to improve on gaining skills to
the classrooms with different needs best support cognitive development of my
and assets. students.
2. I adapt instruction to best support
and challenge my students.
3. I treat students equitably as part of
 my positive classroom environment.

Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to E A I

teach those subjects to students.
Accomplished Teachers:

1. Command Specialized Knowledge of How to Convey a Subject to Students X

2. Generate Multiple Paths to Knowledge X

Three examples of experience (i.e., if Area of interest for growth

you scored A or I, give examples)

1. I am familiar with standards and As a new teacher, I am always seeking ways

subjects to best carry our instructions.
2. I have gained knowledge in different
ways to present instructions to
support students.
3. I seek various resources to present
content across various subjects.
in which I can improve delivering and
presenting knowledge to maximize student
learning. I have recently been implementing
GLAD strategies for my instruction and seek
to apply more to improve student
understanding of academic language.

Proposition 3: Teachers are responsible for managing and E A I

monitoring student learning.
Accomplished Teachers:

1. Call on Multiple Methods to Meet Their Instructional Goals X

2. Support Student Learning in Varied Settings and Groups X

3. Value Student Engagement X

4. Regularly Assess Student Progress X

5. Engage Students in the Learning Process X

Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth

(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)

1. I apply various methods to deliver I want to improve on efficiency to regularly

instruction to support student assess student progress for K/1 students. I
learning. want to regularly use the data to maximize
2. I ensure the classroom setting is student learning.
optimal for student learning
including grouping, access to
resources, and small group support.
3. I seek and apply various strategies to
maximize student engagement
 including games, glad strategies,
visuals, and videos.

Proposition 4: Teachers think systematically about their practice and E A I

learn from experience.
Accomplished Teachers:

1. Make Difficult Choices That Test Their Professional Judgment X

2. Use Feedback and Research to Improve Their Practice and X

Positively Impact Student Learning

Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth

(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)

1. I use informal assessment as I am always in search of ways in which I can

feedback to improve student learning improve my teaching practice. I have
and teaching practice. previously used GLAD strategies and seek
2. I collaborate with other teachers to more strategies to support student learning
effectively carry out and improve and engagement.
teaching practice.
3. I make choices based on student
engagement, understanding, and
overall needs.

Proposition 4: Teachers are members of learning E A I

communities Accomplished Teachers:

1. Collaborate with Other Professionals to Improve School Effectiveness X

2. Work Collaboratively with Families X

3. Work Collaboratively with the Community X

Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth

(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)

1. I work with families to keep them
informed of school activities and
regarding student progress.
2. I work with other professionals
including training to improve school
effectiveness and teaching practice.
3. I work with colleagues to support
student learning and adapt to meet
the needs of students as a whole.
I work with the community to bring
attention to our school events and increase
parent engagement. I would like to improve
on strategies on incorporating more
resources for parents to be more informed
on student progress.

Summary of Strengths and areas for growth

I work with other colleagues to support the needs of my students and adapt instruction
through school training and research for resources. As a new teacher I constantly seek
resources for instruction delivery and more hands-on engaging opportunities for my
students. I have weekly posts with upcoming events, images of student activities, and
important information. I seek to improve more regular assessment and engage with the
community to provide more resources to my students' learning.