MN Core Leadership Competencies (required for all licensure areas)
Portfolio Evaluation Form
SKILL/KNOWLEDGE
A. Leadership
A1. Demonstrate leadership by
collaboratively assessing and
improving a professional
culture of engagement, ethical
and equitable practice, and
systems perspective;
A2. Demonstrate leadership by
collaboratively developing a
shared educational mission for
the school or district which
provides purpose and direction
for individuals and groups;
A3. Demonstrate shared
leadership and decision-
making strategies and
empower and entrust teachers
and staff with collective
responsibility for meeting the
academic, social, behavioral,
emotional, and physical needs
of each student pursuant to the
mission, vision, and core
Initial (ED 695A)
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
2 - I'd say I demonstrate an
adequate amount of leadership
among these areas. But definitely
could use improvement though. I
don’t consider myself a follower.
2 - The school staff does an
exceptional job sharing the
educational mission of the
school with the students. But I
don’t know whether we evaluate,
modify or change the
educational mission statement.
2 - I share my opinions and voice
myself occasionally but could
improve in this area. I am pretty
reserved and introverted. I am a
solid team player and help to
contribute toward the end goal.
Mid-Program (Practicums)
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
2 - I think I’m gaining
experience as a teacher. More
years, the more comfortable I am
at being a leader.
3 - My school has done more to
implement our mission into daily
activities. In a college course, the
emphasis was on mission
statements and visions.
3 - I’m becoming more familiar
with how the school’s mission
statement, core values, goals and
objectives are all aligned.
Final (ED 695B or ED 699)
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
4 - Through my college classes
and gaining more experience as a
teacher, I feel I am much more
of a leader. I am no longer
worried about expressing my
voice and sharing my ideas.
4 - I enjoyed my practicum hours
working with the principal.
During that time, I felt directly
involved with developing a
shared educational mission for
the school. There was time for
reflection, modifying and
examining what we as a staff are
doing well and need
improvement on.
5 - I definitely share my opinion
more. I think experience has
been the biggest asset for me. I
appreciate the variety of courses
this program included. It allowed
me to expand my views and look
at aspects of school from a
different view.
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values of the school;
A4. Understand how
education is impacted by
historical, local, state, national,
and international events and
issues;
A5. Through a visioning
process, formulate strategic
plans and goals with staff and
community to promote the
academic success and well-
being of each student.
A6. Demonstrate the setting of 1 - I could probably do better
priorities in the context of with this area.
stakeholder needs;
A7. Demonstrate an ability to
serve as a spokesperson for the
welfare of all learners to ensure
high expectations; and
2 - My class journals, reflects,
and discusses many current
events that are happening
throughout the year for better
comprehension. As far as
specifics regarding historical,
local and state events or issues. I
am pretty unaware.
2 - As a staff, we work directly
with a student on a one to one
basis to best provide that student
with the best opportunity to
succeed. The small class size
helps.
2 - I typically will assess and
address the needs of my specific
students. Then share and
collaborate with my co-teachers.
I don’t think I'm a spokesperson
2 - I’m more familiar with the
local and state aspects of my
school. I don’t know if I see
much beyond that.
3 - My practicum activities and
assignments helped me be more
aware of how the school can be
promoted to the community and
those advantages.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
2 - I don’t know if I could call
myself a spokesperson yet. I’m
certainly gaining comfort in who
I am and my teaching style.
4 - I’ve had the opportunity to
work in a parochial school over
the entirety of my graduate
classes. The perspective I’ve
gained is beneficial because of
the differences in how public
education functions and how
private schools function.
4 - I’ve been a part of
committees that deal with
assessment and how we can use
assessment data to better
improve our instruction to
benefit each student. Having the
empathy and perspective to look
at each student as an individual
is a concept that these graduate
courses have instilled within me.
3 - Working with the principal
during my practicum hours gave
me the opportunity to have a
better view on what happens
behind the scenes with
individuals or groups beyond
staff and administration.
4 - I’ve gained knowledge
through experience when dealing
with students with varying
degrees of understanding on
topics in class. I’d say I feel
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A8. Understand the dynamics
of change and demonstrate the
ability to implement change
and education reform.
B. Organizational Management
B1. Demonstrating an
understanding of
organizational systems;
B2. Defining and using
processes for gathering,
analyzing, managing and using
data to plan and make
decisions for program
evaluation;
though.
2 - I believe I can change and be
flexible. Students are always
different and their needs are
different so flexibility and
adjusting are key.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
2 - My laid-back personality
sometimes conflicts with my
wanting to be completely
organized.
2 - Typically I look back on
scores and comprehension type
assignments to analyze if how I
taught something was successful.
Then adjust if needed.
3 - I look at this competency as
the ability to change. I update,
evaluate and am usually looking
to improve the things I do in the
classroom. I also am trying to be
more involved in other things at
school.
3 - I think I’m gaining a better
understanding of how school is
organized. More of a bigger
picture understanding I think.
3 - I’ve been in a few EAC
meetings and Assessment
Committee meetings and those
have helped me practice using
data for planning and decision
making.
confident enough where I can be
a spokesperson to ensure all
students are being put into the
position to be the most
successful.
5 - The graduate level classes
have provided me with a
multitude of new tools to change
on short notice. Students change.
Technology changes. Learning
styles change. Being able to
adapt and be flexible and have
patience are traits I see in
myself.
4 - I believe I have a better
understanding of how the school
functions as a system or
organization. Multiple classes
have provided me the
opportunity to put myself in
another position other than a
teacher. I enjoyed being able to
see how the entire school works
with one another.
4 - I’ve had many more
experiences on evaluating and
then adapting changes based on
evaluations. Through
experiences, I’ve also had more
opportunities for managing and
decision making.
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B3. Planning and scheduling
personal and organizational
work, establish procedures to
regulate activities and projects,
and delegate and empower
others at appropriate levels;
B4. Demonstrating the ability
to analyze need and allocate
personnel and material
resources;
B5. Developing and managing
budgets and maintain accurate
fiscal records;
B6. Demonstrating an
understanding of facilities
development, planning and
management;
B7. Understanding and using
technology as a management
tool.
2 - Routine and scheduling are
important skills for me. I like
having a plan going into
anything.
2 - I'd say my co-teachers and I
do a great job dividing and
conquering.
1 - I generally do not need to
worry about this aspect while I
am at work. I have a small
budget at school.
1 - I typically do not need to
worry about this aspect while at
work either.
4 - I really enjoy using different
programs and technologies while
in class. The students typically
enjoy some change of pace and
something new.
2 - I haven’t really had a chance
to empower others or to delegate
outside of the classroom.
2 - Through some college
courses I think I’ve gained a
better understanding of
allocating resources to areas of
need. Being aware of options
and choices.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
4 - I really enjoyed a college
course where the focus was on
using technology. I appreciated
the variety of assignments and
time to be exposed to new
programs and new options. I
don’t know about it as a
management tool necessarily.
4 - Gaining more experience as a
teacher has provided me the
opportunity to improve in these
aspects. I’ve done a little more
with delegating and empowering
others at appropriate levels.
3 - I haven’t been in many actual
situations where I had
experience allocating personnel
and material resources. I’ve been
in situations that have allowed
me to analyze needs for students.
3 - I am slowly gaining more of
an understanding with budgeting
and records. Certain graduate
courses and my time with my
practicum allowed me the time
to learn more about this topic.
4 - I’ve helped schedule
professional development
opportunities for the staff from
businesses outside of school.
I’ve participated in committees
that have dealt with planning and
management too.
5 - I’ve loved working with new
programs or apps to use in my
own classroom. I’ve expanded
my knowledge on technology
and how to better utilize it in my
class. I’ve also understood that
technology should be used to
improve or better assist the
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C. Equity and Culturally
Responsive Leadership
C1. Ensure that each student is
treated fairly, respectfully, and
with an understanding of each
student’s culture and context
C2. Recognize, respect, and
employ each student’s
strengths, diversity, and culture teacher. I try to sprinkle in things strengths and weaknesses.
as assets for teaching and
learning
C3. Ensure that each student
has equitable access to
effective teachers, learning
opportunities, academic and
social support, and other
resources necessary for
success;
C4. Ensure policies and
practices are in place that
encourage positive behavior,
Self Score (1-5) and Comment
3 - Respect and treating others
respectfully is established day
one and plays a key role in
language arts class where we
share ideas and opinions often.
2 - Diversity and culture are
areas I could improve on as a
here and there but have room for Outside the classroom, I don’t
improvement.
4 - The small class sizes truly
help me reach each student on a I teach material and try to give
one-on-one basis each day.
While understanding that not
every student will completely
understand the first time and re-
teaching is certainly an option.
4 - Positive behavior is expected
and anything but that is not
tolerated. Students know rules
4 - I think I have a better
understanding of this
competency compared to where I
began. I recognize that treatment
for all students is not the same
and continually striving for this
is significant.
3 - I’m getting better and
recognizing each student’s
know if I really have been in a
position to confidently say I’ve
done much with this
competency.
4 - I’ve tried to diversify the way
each student an opportunity to
have success.
4 - I look at the unbiased manner
and have tried to pay attention to
this more than the rest of the
students and their learning and
not simply using technology for
the sake of using technology.
4 - Certain graduate classes have
provided space to explore
different cultures and gain as
much perspective as one can.
4 - I personally feel I’ve done
better at this aspect. I’ve
strategically brought in certain
texts that allowed opportunities
to explore diverse cultures and
learn about how other people
live around the world.
5 - I’ve got better at
understanding the ways I can
best help students. I’ve gained
experience at analyzing
information about a certain
student and developing a plan or
strategy to best help that student.
5 - I’ve consciously thought
more about ensuring I am being
fair, positive and unbiased in my
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and respond to student
behavior in a positive, fair, and
unbiased manner
C5. Recognize, identify, and
address individual and
institutional biases;
C6. Promote the preparation of
students to live productively in
and contribute to a diverse and
global society;
C7. Ensure policies and
practices are in place that
address student and staff
mental and physical health and
trauma.
D. Policy and Law
D1. Understand and
implement policy to meet
and expectations. The high
expectations and demands help
ensure negative behaviors or
actions are kept at a minimum.
2 - I could do better in this area.
3 - Writing, reading, public
speaking, and doing research are teacher to have students
all areas we spend time on in
language arts.
2 - The school has space
available for students to openly
speak with professionals on any regarding mental health and
issues. I personally get to know
the students and can typically tell improve in this space.
if something is up. After that, it
requires following appropriate
decision making and reaching
out to others if needed.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
2 - Staff are provided a list of
standards unique to grade and
competency. I’m trying to teaching. I’ve done more with
recognize biases and eliminate allowing students to share their
those the best I can. voice and be a part of the process
in terms of daily expectations.
2 - This competency is a struggle 3 - I’d say I have more
for me. I’m learning more and knowledge about this aspect, but
more about biases and how those haven’t had much personal
can play a role for students and experience in recognizing,
the school. I look forward to identifying and addressing any
continuing growing in this area. biases. I think this is definitely
important and I am more aware
of the topic.
3 - I’ve done more in class as a 4 - I’ve gained more awareness
and learned how I can better
recognize this aspect. Taking prepare students, even at such a
things, we do or learn in the young age. I’ve implemented a
classroom and apply it to beyond few more activities and projects
the school and in public. that have real-world applications
to them for the students.
2 - In my practicum I helped set 3 - I’ve helped write policies
up a training session for the staff regarding the counselor at school
and helped the principal
trauma. I could certainly establish times for when the
counselor could be at school.
I’ve mentioned to students how
the counselor at school should be
utilized without any negative
implications attached.
2 - Taking a law class will be 3 - The law graduate class along
really helpful for me in this with my practicum and
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local, state, and federal
requirements and constitutional
provisions, standards, and
regulatory applications to
promote student success;
D2. Recognize and apply
standards of care involving
civil and criminal liability for
negligence, harassment, and
intentional torts; and
D3. Demonstrate an
understanding of state, federal,
and case law governing general
education, special education,
and community education.
E. Political Influence and
Governance
E1. Exhibit an understanding
of school districts as a political
system, including governance
models;
E2. Demonstrate the ability to
involve stakeholders in the
development of educational
policy;
subject at the beginning of the competency.
year. Then throughout the year
we have a number of meetings to
talk and ensure those standards
are being implemented and met.
1 - The staff does regular
training to address these sorts of
issues. But I don’t know if my
own knowledge goes above and
beyond.
1 - I could use more
understanding in this area. I
know very little about state,
federal, case law and all that.
This will be an area that I’ll need
to work on.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
1 - I could improve in this area.
1 - I could improve in this area.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form. Taking a
law class will be really helpful
for me in this competency.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
assessment committee work has
given me the opportunity to learn
more about this aspect. I feel
there is definitely more I can and
will learn. With more exposure
to that aspect of policy and law
will come knowledge and
understanding.
3 - The law graduate class has
helped with my understanding of
this aspect. I do not have any
direct experience of it though.
3 - I think I have more
knowledge on the topic after
taking certain graduate courses.
Obviously, that was only a few
courses, so I would need more
experience and can search for
possible professional
development on this aspect.
3 - I’ve gained some experience
in this aspect. Some of the
graduate classes have dealt with
politics and government.
3 - During my practicum, I sat in
on a lot of meetings regarding
policies with stakeholders and
members of the parish. The
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principal and I would then

debrief on what happened and
I’d ask questions. I need more
experience in this.
E3. Understand the role and 1 - I feel like I slightly have a 2 - In my practicum, I got to 3 - The principal would often use
coordination of social agencies better understanding but do not witness the principal rely on outside resources to help the
and human services to develop feel confident about it. outside resources for assistance. students and staff. During my
production relationships and Made me think of professional practicum, I set up meetings with
engage resources for the school relationships. local businesses and established
community; and some sort of relationship. I need
more experience in this.
E4. Demonstrate an 1 - I feel like I slightly have a 2 - I think I’m gaining a better 4 - I’ve done work with a lot of
understanding of processes to better understanding but do not understanding of this current, prior and upcoming
align constituencies in support feel confident about it.  competency, but am unsure if I stakeholders in terms of parents
of school and district priorities. am fully grasping the concept. and community members of the
Especially with my school being parish. The school has a great
a parochial school and how that culture that needs the support of
plays into the district priorities. the community.
F. Communication Self Score (1-5) and Comments

F1. Understand the need to
develop shared understating of
and commitment to mission,
vision, and core values with in
the school and the community;
F2. Demonstrate individual
and team facilitation skills;
2 - The core values, vision, and
mission between the school and
the community are very strong.
The students are very active
outside of school.
4 - I am comfortable working
alone or as a team. I have the
students also work alone or as
groups to improve those skills.
2 - An upcoming college course
should help me with mission
statement, vision, and core
values within the school.
4 - I’m more of an introverted
person. I’m slowly trying to be
more open. I am confident in
working as a team though.
Maybe trying to have a different
4 - The connection the school
has with the community is very
strong. The school continually
sees enrollment slowly rising
each year. There is a lot of pride
with the school. The community
support is seen and felt within
the building.
5 - I’m comfortable working
alone or with a team.
Collaboration and creativity are
crucial aspects of a modern
school.
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F3. Recognize and apply an
understanding of individual
and group behavior in all
situations;
F4. Demonstrate an
understanding of conflict
resolution and problem-solving that I typically use. I rely a lot on
strategies relative to
communication;
F5. Making presentations that
are clear and easy to
understand;
F6. Respond to, review and
summarize information for
groups;
3 - How I see this is having the
ability to understand group
dynamics and which students
can/should work together. So
knowing the students and how
they work alone or as a team.
3 - There are a limited number
of problem solving strategies
my relationships with the
students to solve any issues that
come up.
4 - I utilize PowerPoint and
Word often and rely on my
abilities to communicate clearly
to get my message or lesson
across successfully.
3 - During meetings there is
always a need to respond,
review, and summarize
information. The sort of
role on a team would be good for
me.
4 - I’ve had more experience in 5 - I enjoy working with others
recognizing individual and group and working alone. I try to have
behaviors. I anticipate more the students do the same. Give
experience will continually be them useful experiences both as
beneficial. a team and as an individual.
3 - Beyond the classroom, I 5 - I’ve brought a positive,
don’t know if I’ve had growth mindset to almost all
experiences with problem- situations regarding conflict. I
solving or conflict resolution. I try to see any potential conflict
think with more experience and a as a chance to communicate and
willingness to play more of a better understand one another.
role at school, that’ll be helpful.
This comes from experience in
my mind. It’s great to read
about, but going through
something like that is better in
my opinion. I’ve been fortunate
enough to not have to deal with
any heavy level of conflict yet.
4 - I’ve gained more awareness 5 - I’ve created presentations and
of this competency. I am trying Standards Based Grading and
to be clearer and more concise SEL using different presentation
with things I’m saying. I’ve been platforms. So, I’ve gained
trying to apply it in the knowledge and experience on
classroom. the importance of presentations
being clean and easy to
understand.
4 - In EAC meetings I’ve 5 - Communication is definitely
listened in on how a group part of this job. Summarizing is a
would respond, review and skill that requires practice
summarize information. More consistently. I think an aspect of
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F7. Communicate
appropriately through
speaking, listening, and
writing, for different audiences
including students, teachers,
parents, community, and other
stakeholders;
F8. Understand and utilize
appropriate communication
technology.
G. Community Relations
G1. Articulating
organizational purpose and
advocate publicly for the needs
and priorities of students,
families and the community;
G2. Demonstrate the ability to
engage the extended
community
information can be anything
really.
5 - I am constantly in
communication with students,
teachers, parents, and other staff
and believe there has never been
any issues.
5 - If a face to face was not
needed, typically I have used the
telephone or email when
responding to parents.
Self Score(1-5) and Comments
2 - We have a Catholic Schools
Week where we go out into the
community and advocate for our
school. This involves different
teams, agendas, and organizing.
2 - I always advocate for the
school and engage in discussions above. My practicum class has
about events, activities, and new helped me be more aware of this. communication with local
features.
experience will be beneficial this that I would like the
moving forward. opportunity to do more of would
be to review.
5 - Communication is essential. 5 - Time in this profession has
I’ve had more experiences given me experience in
through my college courses communicating appropriately.
using speaking, writing, and
listening.
5 - Technology is crucial. Taking 5 - Similar comment to the one
a class in college that focused on prior. Time in this profession has
new technologies was awesome. given me experience in
communicating appropriately.
3 - I think my practicum class4 - Certain graduate classes have
helped expose me to more of this
emphasized how students,
competency while spending families, and community all
more time with the principal. work together for the benefit of
the school as a whole. I think
I’ve gained perspective and
appreciation for how a school or
district relies on the community.
3 - Similar to the competency 4 - With my practicum hours, I
was actively engaging in
businesses regarding
professional development, staff
appreciation and promoting the
school. Again, I’ve gained some
appreciation for how involved
the school and community are
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G3. Effectively generate and 4 - Typically we use e-mail,
respond to various forms of telephone, and other forms of
communication through media; communication that are directly
connected to our Gradebook.
Communication is essential for
the success of the students.
G4. Promote a positive image 5 - Promoting a positive image
of schools and the school of the school and school district
district; is something that I always do.
The school is wonderful. More
students should be attending.
G5. Monitor and address 2 - I typically have nothing but
perceptions about school positive things to say and
community issues; and sometimes I feel addressing
perceptions is not what I need to
be doing. It feels almost like
gossip. Important information
will be addressed by
administration.
G6. Demonstrate a 2 - I always want the best for the
community-centric perspective school and promote the
and the ability to identify and community. I don't feel I do
articulate critical community much in this aspect.
issues that may impact local
education.
H. Curriculum Instruction, Self Score (1-5) and Comments
and assessment for the Success
of All Learners
4 - The technology class has
exposed me to more types of
media and how all of them can
be effective ways of
communication when used
properly.
5 - I enjoyed the ability to be
involved with activities the
school does that extends to
parents and other community
members.
2 - I don’t know if I have had
much experience in this
competency. More experience
will be useful.
2 - More graduate level courses
will help me be more aware of
this competency. Maybe
something in my practicum.
together.
5 - Two forms of communication
that I’ve enjoyed and applied
into my class are using posters
and podcasts. A graduate course
allowed me the time to
experiment and utilize new
technology opportunities and
I’ve brought them into my
classroom.
5 - The school has a wonderful,
welcoming culture. Everyone is
very supportive. Feels like
family.
4 - During my practicum hours, I
sat in on plenty of meetings from
the school board and was able to
gain vision and experience that
way. I can say that I haven’t
directly dealt with any school
community issues.
3 - I’d argue I need more
experience in this aspect. Again,
I have gained perspective on the
significance of a community to a
school. I cannot say much about
dealing with anything that may
impact local education.
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H1. Implement state academic
standards, a coherent system of
culturally responsive
curriculum, instruction, and
assessment that promotes the
mission, vision, and core
values of the district to embody
high expectations for student
learning.
H2. Develop, assess, and
support teachers’ and staff
members’ professional
knowledge, skills, and practice
through differentiated
opportunities and emerging
trends for learning and growth,
guided by understanding
professional and adult learning
and development;
H3. Apply research and best
practices on integrating
curriculum, technology, and
relevant resources to help all
learners achieve at high levels;
H4. Understand and assess the
implementation of alternative
2 - Teachers receive a list of
standards for each grade and
subject. I abide by those
standards and expose the
students to them through varying
lessons.
2 - Occasionally, administration
brings in professional
development opportunities for
the staff to attend. Also, in
meetings we may discuss new
trends or programs to better help
us teach.
2 - I wouldn't say I have applied
any research to my curriculum.
We do use different technologies
as they become available and if I
feel I can effectively use them in
the classroom. I don't typically
use technology for the sake of
using technology.
2 - I am working toward this. I
try to recognize different
3 - I’ve gained more experience
with this competency. I know I
had no real understanding of this
when I first began teaching. I
overlooked it. I’ve gained
awareness through the years of
teaching and continue to
improve.
3 - A number of graduate
courses have emphasized
differentiated opportunities. I’ve
enjoyed growing as a leader and
having more understanding of
this competency.
3 - The technology graduate
course helped me gain
experience with this
competency. I’ve gained
experience with this with more
years teaching as well.
2 - I’ve learned that professional
development opportunities may
5 - I’ve gained more experience
with standards and utilized
discussions to significantly
improve my understanding of
standards. Graduate classes have
provided the chance for me to
appreciate how a school can
benefit from a focused mission
and vision with core values.
4 - During my practicum hours, I
had a lot of experience with
assessing the staff and utilizing
professional development
opportunities. We decided what
development was needed across
the entire staff and set those up.
4 - I’ve developed new
assignments and projects for the
students. I’ve learned what they
like and what they don’t like. I
always feel like updating or
modifying the current curriculum
and resources I use. Some
graduate courses have definitely
helped me be more aware of
what options I have and given
me new ideas.
4 - I think the way I differentiate
has improved from the beginning
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instructional designs,
curriculum, positive
approaches to behavior
management, and assessment
accommodations and
modifications as appropriate in
all programs;
H5. Demonstrate the ability to
use data from valid
assessments that are consistent
with knowledge of child
learning and development and
technical standards of
measurement to monitor
student progress;
H6. Lead, support with
meaningful and effective
feedback, and assess
instructional practice that is
consistent with knowledge of
child learning and
development, effective
pedagogy, and the needs of
each student; and
H7. Promote and support
instructional practice that is
consistent with knowledge of
child learning and
development, is intellectually
challenging, is authentic to
student experiences, recognizes
learning styles of the students
and have multiple ways of
teaching the same lesson to
students. Not every student
learns the same and it's my
responsibility to meet their
needs.
2 - I don't know if I necessarily
do this. I will take scores and
recognize progress of students
and re-teach or emphasize
certain aspects of a lesson more
if I feel the students missed
anything.
1 - I could do better with this.
2 - I try to keep instruction and
assignments current which helps
keep students engaged. The
lessons are age appropriate and
typically allow for all students to
be successful and meet the
objective.
be a significant way to improve
myself regarding this
competency.
3 - Working with the assessment
committee at school has helped
me gain experience using data. I
could use more experience in
this competency though.
1 - Similar to the beginning of
my evaluation form.
4 - College classes have helped
me be more aware of this aspect.
I regularly try to evaluate myself
and make improvements to
better reach the students.
of my graduate courses. I’ve
gained experience and been
introduced to alternative ideas. I
also think I’ve been able to
approach or view things with a
different point of view which has
been helpful. I’ve tried to
provide instruction in alternative
ways.
4 - Our school has been slowly
progressing in this area. I think I
have improved too. I think my
evaluation and monitoring could
be better and improved. But I’ve
used testing scores more now to
guide my instruction than I have
before.
4 - I’ve improved at providing
feedback to the students and
communicating with peers. I
have tried to always provide
feedback on anything I do with
the students. I worried that my
feedback wouldn’t do anything
for the students, but I found the
opposite.
5 - I feel that what I do in the
classroom is age appropriate. I
know the students. I generally
know their background.
Knowing the students helps me
better guide with what I am
teaching.
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student strengths, and is
differentiated and personalized.
I. Human Resource
Management
I1. Demonstrate knowledge of
diversifying, effectively
recruiting, selecting, and
retaining personnel;
I2. Demonstrate an
understanding of staff
development to improve the
performance of all staff
members;
I3. Demonstrate the ability to
select and apply appropriate
models for supervision and
evaluation;
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
1 - I don't know how much of 1 - Similar to the beginning of 4 - During my practicum, I had
this I truly do. I feel I have no my evaluation form. the opportunity to be a part of
say in recruiting, selecting, or the hiring process for a number
retaining personnel. of positions throughout the
school. I really enjoyed the
perspective that being in that
position provided for me. The
post-interview discussions were
a new experience too.
2 - I recognize the need for staff 3 - After organizing a 4 - A majority of our staff
development days. The professional development needed training completed for
information presented is always opportunity for the staff, I have a the renewal of our Minnesota
meant to make the staff better. In good idea of how it works. But, I licenses and I set up that
many ways, I am still learning wish I could do more of it. I professional development. I
how to be a better, more efficient think my own attitude needs to reached out to a local business
teacher so they are beneficial. change when I have required and they helped us achieve that
professional development training. I know that staff
chances in the future. development is not always the
most enjoyable aspect of this
career, but it does play a role in
ensuring staff are trained and
experienced.
1 - I don't know how much of 1 - Similar to the beginning of 3 - I’ve had more experience in
this I truly do. I do choose which my evaluation form. the evaluation process. I think I
ways to evaluate my students in could gain more experience from
terms of which assessment or selecting and applying
scores. appropriate models for
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supervision. I use a lot of self-

I4. Describe and demonstrate
the ability to apply the legal
requirements for personnel
selection, development,
retention, and dismissal;
I5. Demonstrate an
understanding of management
responsibilities to act in
accordance with federal and
state constitutional provisions,
statutory and case law,
regulatory applications toward
education, local rules,
procedures, and directives
governing human resource
management;
evaluation and reflect on how
well my students are doing.
1 - I don't know how much of 1 - Similar to the beginning of 3 - I’ve had some experience in
this I truly do.  my evaluation form. this aspect. I think with more
time in my practicum, I could’ve
had more experience at
personnel selection, retention
and dismissal. I think it would be
just another example of needing
more actual experience.
1 - I don't know much about this. 1 - Similar to the beginning of 3 - I learned much more about
my evaluation form. this aspect, but I don’t believe I
had much experience. I could
certainly use more time learning
about laws and local rules and
government.

I6. Demonstrate an
understanding of labor
relations and collective
bargaining; and
I7. Demonstrate an
understanding of the
administration of employee
contracts, benefits, and
1 - I don't know much about
this. I've heard of collective
bargaining but don't know
enough.
2 - I know a little more of this
area but not much. I've read my
contract and know my benefits.
But I don't feel comfortable
1 - Similar to the beginning of 2 - I have a better understanding
my evaluation form. of what it is, but I unfortunately
did not have any opportunities to
do anything regarding labor
relations and collective
bargaining.
2 - I wish I would have had more 3 - I’ve gained more depth of
of a chance to work on this. My understanding regarding
practicum experience didn’t give contracts, benefits and financial
me much of a chance at this accounts. Although, I did not
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financial accounts;
J. Values and Ethics of
Leadership
J1. Demonstrate an
understanding of the role of
education in a democratic
society;
J2. Demonstrate the ability to
balance complex community
demands in the best interest of
learners;
J3. Help learners grow and
develop as caring, informed
citizens; and
about it all.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
3 - School is very important for a
variety of reasons. Education is
key to a positive jump toward a
successful future. I know it is
important but I do not know if I
am necessarily doing anything to
promote education or the
importance aside from building
positive relationships with the
students where they are excited
to be at school.
2 - With 5th and 6th grade
students, not every issue needs to
be presented toward them but
there are enough examples to
introduce students to complex
community demands and get a
solid understanding of how
society dynamics work.
4 - Language arts class focuses
on the abilities to write, read,
and speak. We always aim to
improve those lifelong skills as
the students’ progress through
the grades.
competency. The budgeting class have a chance to deal with any of
in the future will maybe help me those aspects directly.
improve my comprehension.
4 - At this point I am becoming
more aware of how school is
impacted by the community and
society. I’ve always known that
school is significant for the
individual and population as a
whole. I don’t know if I have
demonstrated it.
3 - I’ve changed my attitude on
this competency. I’ve gained
awareness and recognized that
things that happen in the
community can really impact
what happens in school.
4 - A college class focused on
gaining some views and
understandings on different
students from varying
backgrounds.
5 - Through the graduate level
courses, I’ve acquired a greater
understanding just how
significant and impactful an
education can be for individuals
in a democratic society. People
without an education are facing a
number of challenges. The
knowledge someone gains from
having an education sets them up
to being a better, contributing
member of society.
4 - I had the chance to listen and
participate in school board
meetings. Their discussions
involved community demands
and how the school and
community are related. I gained
a better understanding on how
important the school is for every
party involved.
5 - My instruction has improved
through the experience I’ve had
over the years. I always modify,
evaluate and change lessons to
have a better opportunity for the
students to grow. Language arts
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J4. Demonstrate an
understanding and application
of the Code of Ethics for
Administrators under Part
3512.5200.
K. Judgment and Problem
Analysis
K1. Identify the elements of a
problem situation by analyzing
relevant information, framing
issues, identifying possible
causes, and reframing possible
solutions;
K2. Demonstrate adaptability
and conceptual flexibility;
4 - I always hold myself to high
expectations and never do
anything to harm the school,
staff, or community. I always try
to be as professional as I can and
understand that I play a role in
the community.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
3 - I generally do not rush into
deciding. Identifying all the
elements of a problem using all
the information you have seems
only fair. Dealing with students
or teachers, it's better to take a
slower approach and get all the
information rather than jumping
to conclusions or making a poor
decision.
3 - Touching back on the idea
that not all students learn the
4 -The college course featuring
law was helpful in simply being
more aware. I’ve gained some
more understanding.
4 - I think from teaching longer,
the more I have the chance of
being exposed to this
competency. Multiple textbooks
throughout these college classes
have included sections about
conflict resolution or provided a
number of real-life examples to
gain knowledge on this
competency.
3 - I feel I’m at the same place
regarding this competency. I
is a perfect space for practice
and expanding their knowledge
about how to be a caring,
informed citizen.
5 - Through the years, I’ve
gained an understanding of the
role I play at the school and
community. I need to hold
myself to high standards. I
always hold myself to high
expectations and never do
anything to harm the school,
staff, or community. I always try
to be as professional as I can and
understand that I play a role in
the community.
4 - Problem solving is something
I feel I’ve been better at while
gaining years of teaching
experience and learning through
my graduate classes. I’ve had
more experience dealing with
students and staff when conflict
or problems arise. I’ve dealt with
issues after analyzing the
conflict, identifying possible
solutions and then reframing if
necessary.
4 - Experience in being flexible
and understanding which sort of
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K3. Reach logical conclusions
by making quality, timely
decisions based on available
information;
K4. Identify and give priority
to significant issues.
K5. Demonstrate an
understanding of and utilize
appropriate technology in
problem analysis; and
same, it is key to be flexible.
Something that might work for
one student may not work for
another and therefore,
adaptability and willingness to
try other techniques has the best
interest of the students in mind.
3 - Rushing into any decision is
never an adequate way of
solving a problem or concluding.
Decision making takes time and
all sides of the issue should be
put into consideration.
4 - I prefer to analyze then place
priority on issues that the
students are having during a
lesson or topic. Skipping over
something can be harmful and
often skills build off of one
another.
2 - Sometimes we can use
information gathered through
scores or other sorts of
information to best solve issues.
know adaptability and flexibility
are important.
4 - I think I’ve done a lot of
reading in the textbooks about
this competency. But, I think
real-life experience is where I
am lacking. I understand using
logic and reasoning in decisions
is critical.
4 - My practicum allowed me to
watch my principal do this
competency. I gained awareness
on how prioritizing is important
at her role and timely decisions
are key as well.
2 - I think I am in the same place
as before. Maybe using testing
data and evaluating that can fall
under this competency.
things are to be flexible about
and which to be firm with.
Teaching these few years, while
going through graduate classes,
has helped me to make better
judgment. Adaptability and
flexibility are important traits to
have. Education is always
changing; therefore, I should be
able to change too.
5 - This is another aspect where I
feel just being an educator for
more years has benefited me.
Quality, timely decisions go
beyond just school and students.
I think this aspect is just another
element of experience that is
gained over the years. Certain
graduate courses have allowed
me to consider other elements
and look at a problem through
multiple lenses.
5 - Prioritizing is a key skill to
have. Certain texts throughout
my graduate classes and specific
instances at school have forced
me to identify and give priority
to specific issues.
3 - I’ve used technology as a
way to better teach the students.
Using technology to provide an
alternative way of teaching and
MN Core Leadership Competencies (required for all licensure areas)
K6. Demonstrate an
understanding of different
leadership and decision-
making strategies, including
but not limited to collaborative
models and model
appropriately their
implementation.
L. Safety and Security
L1. Demonstrate the ability to
develop and implement
policies and procedures for
safe and secure educational
environments; and
L2. Demonstrate the means to
Typically, this is where I notice
which sort of questions the
students struggle with and adjust
or emphasis new points.
3 - There are different decision-
making strategies. Not
everything will be solved using
the same strategy and so I feel it
is key for teachers to explore all
options before simply moving on
or claiming something is solved.
Self Score (1-5) and Comments
2 - Throughout the year, as a 2 - I feel that I’m still at the same
staff, we have practice and score and understanding.
procedures to improve safety and
security if anything were to
happen. We also practice with
the students.
2 - Last year, we improved our
3 - Through the college classes
so far, I feel like I’ve had to be courses, I’ve gained perspective
in more of a leadership position
and gained comfort in taking that decisions with different lenses.
role. I think with more
experience would be helpful
regarding this competency.
3 - The staff is being trained in
learning is what I’ve done in
class. Although, I don’t know if I
have done much problem
analysis with technology.
5 - Through my graduate level
on how to view issues or
I’ve been trying to approach
everything that way. I feel it
helps me make a more informed
and well thought out decision.
Leadership can come in a variety
of forms, I’ve appreciated
opportunities to experience
leadership in a safe setting.
4 - During my practicum, I sat in
on school board meetings about
security aspects of the school.
Putting a different set of locks on
doors and setting up security
cameras in the hallways. There
were plenty of discussions on the
importance of these two updates.
I was not the leader of the
discussion by any means, but I
gained some experience in
understanding how and why
safety and security are an
important aspect of schools.
4 - As a staff, we have had
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address emergency and crisis
situations.
communication practices and
revised plans for a number of
instances that could happen
while at school or on field trips.
ALICE to deal with emergency
and crisis situations. I wish I
could have done some of this
competency with my practicum.
I learned more about law during
my college class, so that
somewhat gives me some
awareness on this competency.
plenty of opportunities for
professional development on
emergencies and crisis
situations. I’d like to believe I
have improved and become more
aware of my situation,
responsibilities and options.