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,
and languages to promote effective interactions among colleagues. X
Three Examples of Domain 1 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- Teacher participates in grade-level and school I would like to grow and expand my strengths in
site meetings. developing leadership skills that can be a betterment to
- Teacher collaborates with grade level staff to my school and district.
ensure lessons include all cultures.
- Teacher learned about school-site community
to integrate values into classroom.

Domain 2: Accesses and Uses Research to Improve Practice and Student Learning E A I
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
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 their classrooms to improve teaching and learning.
Three Examples of Domain 2 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- Teacher meets with grade-level teachers to As a new teacher I find myself reluctant to facilitate
evaluate assessments and discuss classroom suggestions for new practices amongst other teachers. I
practices. would like to become confident in my practice to help
- Teacher has shared information learned from other teachers.
professional development conferences with
colleagues.
- The teacher has navigated assessments and
accommodations for each student.

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 X
quality 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 X
planning and facilitating professional learning.
Three Examples of Domain 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- I work collaboratively with grade level team I would like to become more involved in the leadership
members to find ways to improve and roles of my school. I am learning and implementing
promote learning for students. new technology tools that can be utilized in the
- I became part of the union and participate in classroom.
monthly meetings.
- Worked closely with my team in order to
generate grade-level interest lists.

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.
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
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 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 share and research new technologies that I would like to be more comfortable with technology
enhance students’ learning experiences. growth in the classroom. I want to not use the
- I reflect on students learning opportunities by resources but be able to facilitate my own slides.
enriching their curriculum with student
centered items.
- Discussed ways to improve instruction for
diverse learners.

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
- Planned meeting to design grade-level standards I would like to incorporate assessments into the weekly
that are developmentally appropriate. curriculum and do it more frequently give students
- My team works well together and can step in when a multiple opportunities.
teacher or other staff is in need of support.
-My team sits down and collaborates with
assessments scoring practices and discusses future
lessons.

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
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
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.

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 Three Examples of Domain 6 Experiences
- Plans and attends meeting with team
members to improve outcomes for students.
- Teachers have participated in culturally
responsive trainings.
- Families are encouraged to share their cultural
celebrations so they can be recognized and
celebrated in class.
Areas of Interest in Growth
I would like to include more culturally appropriate
lessons in the classroom and encourage other teachers
to recognize the importance of building a connection
with families.

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
- I attended many PD classes offered through I would like to become more active in my union and
the local SELPA and through CSUF. join more communities that focus on TK essentials.
- My grade-level teachers are a part of an online
community to celebrate and discuss practices.
- Discuss with the administration the use of
appropriate rations in the classroom.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

Strengths
I feel like my biggest strength is the amount of PD opportunities to enhance the school, students, and
community in which I am teaching in. I am a fast learner, so I plan to find the more ways to use technology I my
classroom.

Areas of Growth
Since this is my second-year teaching, I struggle with using appropriate vocabulary to ensure that I am
respected as a teacher with knowledge. I would like to be more confident in my teaching practice. I would like
to become more active in the union and join community groups that focus on TK standards.

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