Self-Assessment of Teacher Leader Qualities

Directions: For each element, rate yourself in one of the following three categories. Then provide examples of your experiences in the
leadership domain. Finally, identify areas within each domain where you are interested in growing as a teacher leader. 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 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/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 Learning E/E A I/I
a) Utilizes group processes to help colleagues work collaboratively to solve problems, make decisions,
X
manage conflict, and promote meaningful change.
b) Models effective skills in listening, presenting ideas, leading discussions, clarifying, mediating, and X
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 wisdom, build ownership X
and action that supports student learning.
d) Strives to create an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are welcomed in addressing challenges. X

e) Uses knowledge and understanding of different backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and languages to X
promote effective interactions among colleagues.
Three Examples of Domain 1 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- I have been tech support for numerous faculty - Take the time to understand my colleagues more
members not just those in my department which will help us to work better together
- I provided ideas, comments and suggestions during (procrastinator, style of teaching, etc)
department and cross-department meetings - Listen to other colleagues’ experiences who are
- I follow through on my promises made to my different in culture, age, and race
colleagues

Domain 2: Accesses and Uses Research to Improve Practice and Student Learning E/E A I/I
a) Assists colleagues in accessing and using research in order to select appropriate strategies to improve X
student learning.
b) Facilitates the analysis of student learning data, collaborative interpretation of results, and application X
of findings to improve teaching and learning.
c) Supports colleagues in collaborating with the higher education institutions and other organizations X
engaged in researching critical educational issues.
d) Teaches and supports colleagues to collect, analyze, and communicate data from their classrooms to X
improve teaching and learning.
Three Examples of Domain 2 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- Helping a colleague look at a test average from a - Engage with colleagues who are in higher education
bigger picture or other variables that may have programs or have completed them to learn new
influenced it (i.e. sleeping habits, external conflicts insights
at home, nutrition, attitude) - Hear about other teacher’s survey data and help
- Engages in self-reflection of what I can do to help them reflect on it for the next year
my students learn and excel
- Engage in other faculty viewing my teaching habits
to collect more data and tendencies about me

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

a) Collaborates with colleagues and school administrators to plan professional learning that is team-based, X
job-embedded, sustained over time, aligned with content standards, and linked to school/district
improvement goals.
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 b) Uses information about adult learning to respond to the diverse learning needs of colleagues by X
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 differentiated professional X
learning.
e) Works with colleagues to collect, analyze, and disseminate data related to the quality of professional X
learning and its effect on teaching and student learning.
f) Advocates for sufficient preparation, time, and support for colleagues to work in teams to engage in job- X
embedded professional learning.
g) Provides constructive feedback to colleagues to strengthen teaching practice and improve student X
learning.
h) Uses information about emerging education, economic, and social trends in planning and facilitating X
professional learning.
Three Examples of Domain 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- When creating assessments and lessons, Google - I could have more of a voice in asking for help and
platform apps help to ensure colleagues and I are being clear about what I need to get done to help
collaborating lower stress and lessen frustration.
- Assessments, schedule, and lessons are changed - Sit in on other colleague’s classes and provide
due to the analyzing the needs of students suggestions
- I can provide feedback on created material

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

a) Facilitates the collection, analysis, and use of classroom and school-based data to identify opportunities X
to improve curriculum, instruction, assessment, school organization, and school culture.
b) Engages in reflective dialog with colleagues based on observation of instruction, student work, and X
assessment data and helps make connections to research-based effective practices.
c) Supports colleagues’ individual and collective reflection and professional growth by serving in roles such X
as mentor, coach, and content facilitator.
d) Serves as a team leader to harness the skills, expertise, and knowledge of colleagues to address X
curricular expectations and student learning needs.
e) Uses knowledge of existing and emerging technologies to guide colleagues in helping students skillfully X
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 classroom and X
ensures that individual student learning needs remain the central focus of instruction.
Three Examples of Domain 4 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- My own lessons and planning schedule has been - I can step up as a leader of stating what I think
used to help our school show we meet standards students need versus following veteran teachers. I
due to my organizational skills have a voice and perspectives that should be heard
- Colleagues and I make changes on assessments, - Takes time to hear colleagues’ goals at the
lessons and pacing guides based on the needs of beginning of the year and try to hold them
students. We also add in extra days immediately if accountable for it.
we need more time on material
- I support other teachers who are educating
students about ChatGPT

Domain 5: Promotes the Use of Assessments and Data for School and District Improvement E/E A I/I
a) Increases the capacity of colleagues to identify and use multiple assessment tools aligned to state and X
local standards.
b) Collaborates with colleagues in the design, implementation, scoring, and interpretation of student data X
to improve educational practice and student learning.
c) Creates a climate of trust and critical reflection in order to engage colleagues in challenging X
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 instructional X
practices or organizational structures to improve student learning.
Three Examples of Domain 5 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
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 - Meets with level teams at the beginning of the
year to address these items. Communicates with
same team members if any questions arise
- Reflect on what to assess students based on
lectures and prior quizzes
- Engages in restorative practice activities to help
develop trust between students and faculty
- Open to trying new things. Many faculty stick to the
same tests and grading scale year to year
- Continue to consistently reflect for quizzes and tests
but also make notes at the end of lessons to
improve for next year

Domain 6: Improves Outreach and Collaboration with Families and Community E/E A I/I
a) Uses knowledge and understanding of the different backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and languages in X
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 and other X
stakeholders focused on attaining equitable achievement for students of all backgrounds and
circumstances.
c) Facilitates colleagues’ self-examination of their own understandings of community culture and diversity X
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 X
community.
e) Collaborates with families, communities, and colleagues to develop comprehensive strategies to address X
the diverse educational needs of families and the community.
Three Examples of Domain 6 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
- Uses reflective and restorative practices when - Reach out to families more about the need of their
students disrespect one another during child to treat peers with dignity and respect
multicultural week - Work with level team to better understand needs of
- Communicates with parents to identify areas of students due to culture and race
growth or suggestions to help improve student
focus in class
- Collaborates with counselors and learning
specialists to help educational needs of families

Domain 7: Advocates for Student Learning and the Profession E/E A I/I
a) Shares information with colleagues within and/or beyond the district regarding how local, state, and X
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 learning processes that X
meet the needs of all students.
c) Collaborates with colleagues to select appropriate opportunities to advocate for the rights and/or needs X
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 human and other X
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
- Engage in advisory lesson plans that help students - Do more research regarding how policies can and
make their own decisions, speak up, and develop have impacted student learning
strong study skills - Be a part of community efforts that support local
- Collaborate on the retake or extension policy to teachers including ones that teach math
show understanding and respect to various
members of our community
- Speak to students that they represent the Holy
Cross values on and off campus and what that
should look like

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

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 I am a team player and want myself and colleagues to succeed. I do hear and see that engaging with colleagues is
important to better myself and themselves. I need to take more time to hear from their experiences to help mine. Those
who use data from the year, higher education, or current policy resources can help with this.
I do engage in some elements of reflection to improve my lessons, the sequence of sections taught, and questions asked
on assessments. I want to continue to consistently do this and improve timing of lessons.
I am organized and people see this through the work I create and teach.
Working at a school with many veteran teachers, I need to work on speaking up for myself and what I think the students
need. I should do research about this from communicating with colleagues or doing research on students with cultural
backgrounds. I can teach in the way I believe my students need it.

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