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 differentiate and make accomodations for
students with different learning needs, including
additional time for assignments and appropriately
modified requirments. One area I am interested in growing in proposition 1 is in
 I help students to grow socially and emotionally by section 2; I would like to continue to learn and develop new
implementing explicit lessons on social-emotional strategies to meet the needs of all of my students.
topics and use behavior plans as needed.
 I use scaffolding to meet students' learning needs and
developmental levels.

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 participated in many professional
development trainings in math, gaining specialized
knowledge in how to teach this subject.
 I have used choice boards to allow students to pick I would like to grow in my understanding of the organization
between multiple types of projects and activities to of subject areas I teach, particularly how they relate to other
grow in the knowledge of a subject, particularly in disciplines. Using this knowledge, I want to plan and create
reading. more interdisciplinary lessons.
 I have experience working in a Project Based
Learning environment, connecting lessons in
multiple disciplines to a core topic.

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
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 Three Examples of Proposition 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 I use a variety of instructional methods to promote
student engagement, including a mix of
independent and group work, as well of use of
technology.
 I assess students formally and informally, including In Proposition 3, I would like to grow in sections 1 and 2. I
especially hope to grow in my ability to manage and plan
through student self-reflection, online quiz and
instruction for small group work, best meeting the needs of
review games, and tests. my students in targeted areas of need.
 I allow for student choice in the learning process to
engage students' interests and allow them to
choose strategies and activities that work best for
them.

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 formal and informal
observations from administration to evaluate my
classroom practice.
 I set professional goals for myself using student data
to positively impact student learning; one example
of a goal I have set for myself is to improve writing I would like to challenge myself more in the choices that I
make professionally and engage in critical self-reflection to
instruction, especially organization, based on
analyze areas for improvement in my teaching.
student writing samples.
 I use feedback from outside professionals who have
visited my classroom, including professional
development speakers focused on disruptive
thinking in the classroom.

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 am a member of the TCEA Professional
Community
 I collaborate with families by gathering
information through start of year surveys and One area I am interested in growing in is collaborating more
maintaining consistent email communication with the community to strengthen and enrich student
throughout the year. learning.
 I collaborate with the community by organizing field
trips for students to engage in the real world
applications of in class learning.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

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 My areas of strength include my passion for teaching and investment in my students' learning. This is shown in my value
for student engagement in the classroom and in treating all students equitably. Some areas of growth include expanding
my depth of understanding of subject matter connections and organizations, as well as continuing to grow my repertoire
of strategies to address student learning needs most effectively.

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