Curtis Idlette Jr.

ELM-590

Nicole Reese

January 24, 2023

Professional Dispositions Statement Assessment

When I finally enter the classroom and put my years of experience as a paraprofessional

and student teacher to use, establishing a framework for my own professional aims and

aspirations as an educator should be considerably less of a challenge. The first distinctive quality

that, in my opinion, should be highlighted in the classroom is the willingness to take advice or

recommendations from colleagues and other educators. It's easy to become stuck in a rut when it

comes to your chosen style of learning and your existing body of information, but I know that

there's always more out there for me to learn and that I need to be willing to listen to the

perspectives of those around me, most importantly my cooperating teacher. As a second point, I

believe it is essential for educators to always demonstrate kindness, gentleness, and a sense of

empathy. The key to promoting students' development and learning under the leadership of the

educator is recognizing and acknowledging them as unique individuals. Finally, I think it's

important for educators to provide a good example of trustworthiness and enthusiasm. Every

day, educators should put forth as much time and energy as possible into making their

classrooms comfortable learning environments and ensuring that learners have easy access to all

necessary resources. The best strategy to make learners feel adored and respected is to maintain a

consistent presence in class.

 My initiatives and perspective have helped me develop these traits, as indicated by my

self-evaluation. My personal appraisal of these values, in which I assigned a rating of the highest

degree, gives validity to the statements I've made. I have made great strides in these areas since

starting my program at GCU and finishing my experience through the beginning of a training

period similar to an internship in the classroom. I’m starting to feel welcomed into the class. I

put forth a lot of effort to create a welcoming and stimulating classroom environment for my first

graders. I always greet my learners with a handshake initiated by them, as well as a greeting as

they gather to leave and when they enter the building. By consistently pushing students to answer

questions, I can help them get over their hesitation and eventually excel in class. My cooperating

educator and I have frequent conversations and collaborate throughout our daily 1st grade team

development meetings and when preparing units for the first grade. I make a huge effort to get to

know each student and what they like doing so that I may demonstrate my concern for them. To

grow into the most effective educator that I can be, I am constantly refining my understanding of

and adherence to the dispositions, as well as the aforementioned model code of ethics. For every

instruction, my cooperating teacher and I debrief on how we both might have done a better job

for our learners. To properly educate for and aid each individual in achieving rapid development,

I am driven to continue studying and push myself beyond my status quo.

 Professional Dispositions Assessment
Indicate your level of agreement with each statement listed below using the response
scale of 1-5. Use this assessment to inform your Professional Dispositions Statement.
1 = Strongly Disagree 2 = Disagree 3 = Undecided 4 = Agree 5 = Strongly Agree
Professional Dispositions Criteria 1 2 3 4 5

I believe a teacher must use a variety of instructional

x
strategies to optimize student learning.
I understand that students learn in many different ways. x

I demonstrate qualities of humor, empathy, and warmth. x

I am a thoughtful and responsive listener. x

I assume responsibility when working with others. x

I believe that all students can learn. x

I believe it is important to involve all students in

x
learning.

I believe the classroom environment a teacher creates

x
greatly affects students' learning and development.

I view teaching as an important profession. x

I understand that teachers’ expectations affect student

x
learning.

I view teaching as a collaborative effort among educators. x

I understand that students have certain needs that must be

x
met before learning can take place.

I am sensitive to student differences. x

I communicate caring, concern, and a willingness to

x
become involved with others.

I am punctual and reliable in my attendance. x

I maintain a professional appearance. x

I believe it is my job to create a learning environment x

conducive to the development of students’ self-confidence
and competence.

I respect the cultures of all students and am sensitive to

x
cultural norms.

I honor my commitments. x

I treat students with dignity and respect at all times. x

I am willing to receive feedback and assessment of my

x
teaching.

I am patient when working with students. x

I am open to adjusting and revising my plans to meet

x
student needs.

I communicate in ways that demonstrate respect for the

x
feelings, ideas, and contributions of others.

I believe it is important to learn about students and their

x
communities.