Professional Dispositions Personal Evaluation

Professional Dispositions
DISPOSITION: a tendency, inclination or attitude toward a professional behavior

Student Name __Emma Szalach___________________________

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Not Observed
Developing
Advanced

Proficient

Basic
Professional Behaviors
Attendance as per course expectations x
Punctuality as per course expectations x
Dresses to convey professionalism appropriate to site x
Demonstrates critical thinking and reflective practice x
Understands and uses professional language in all public settings x
COMMENTS:
I was always on time, dressed professionally, and had perfect
attendance. I believe I am very capable of reflection but need
some improvement as I tend to focus on the negative.

Initiative and Dependability

Demonstrates creativity and resourcefulness x
Seeks opportunities to further own learning x
Works effectively with limited supervision x
Identifies problems and is able to prioritize, propose solutions, x
options and resources
Self Starter: advocates for self and is personally responsible and x
responsive
Completes responsibilities with quality and without excuses or x
prompting
COMMENTS:
I am a hard worker and I always make sure that I turn in good
work, but I could improve in some areas such as advocating for
myself.

Tact and Judgment

Demonstrates sensitivity to others’ feelings and opinions while x
articulating own opinions, feelings and needs
Approaches situations with an open mind x
Appropriately uses verbal and non verbal language and cues to x
remain positive and respectful
Perceives what to do or say in order to maintain professional x
relations with others
COMMENTS:
I definitely address student feelings but often forget my own. I
believe that I am very respectful and professional otherwise.

Ethical Behavior and Integrity

Consistently honest and worthy of trust x
Honors confidentiality x
Assesses information critically – fact from opinion, right from x
wrong – and responds honestly and respectfully
Consistently models professional standards of conduct x
COMMENTS:
I work hard to always approach situations with fairness and an
open mind.
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Not Observed
Developing
Advanced

Proficient

Basic
Collegiality and Responsiveness
Is collaborative: willing to share resources, seek advice and work x
toward common goals
Demonstrates ability to compromise and negotiate x
Is respectful of all and works effectively in teams x
Is open to constructive criticism x
Keeps an open mind: is receptive and reflective concerning x
perceptions of others
Proactively addresses feedback through an adjustment in x
performance
Comments
I work well in a team but tend to want to take control. I accept
criticism but often don’t take it well and am hard on myself.

Effective Communicator
Professional oral expression: expressive, articulate, respectful, x
effective for purpose, appropriate to situation
Professional written expression: organized, clear, effective for x
purpose, appropriate to situation, free of grammatical errors and
misspellings
Demonstrates an understanding of audience and purpose, body x
language and eye contact during communication situations
Actively listens and provides effective feedback x
Uses electronic media in a professional manner x
Comments
Communicating can be difficult as I tend to ramble but I think I am
well spoken otherwise

Desire to improve own performance

Demonstrates a responsibility for own professional performance x
Actively pursues new and better ways of teaching x
Expresses sincere interest in personal and professional growth x
Comments
I always want to improve and believe heavily in the f=growth
mindset

Cultural Responsiveness
Demonstrates the belief that all students can learn and are x
welcome in the classroom
Demonstrates commitment to culturally responsive teaching x
Demonstrates the desire and ability to plan, assess, and x
implement instruction to address, engage and nurture the learning
of every student in his or her care
Demonstrates a commitment to the growth and development of x
each student by taking into account issues of class, gender, race,
ethnicity, sexual orientation, language and special needs
Demonstrates an understanding of how families and communities x
impact student learning
Comments
I have written many papers surrounding these issues in order to
further my education on culturally responsive teaching

Commitment to Profession
Demonstrates a deep commitment to life-long learning x
Expresses passion and enthusiasm for teaching x
Models commitment to justice, equity and equality both personally x
and professionally
Models democratic ideals personally and professionally x
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Not Observed
Developing
Advanced

Proficient

Basic
Demonstrates awareness of program policies and professional x
practices
Comments
Teachers and classmates always comment on my passion

Emma Szalach 11/30/22

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