Self-Assessment of Teacher Leader Qualities

Adapted from https://www.accomplishedteacher.org/

Directions:
 Save this file as LastFirstName_TLQInitial.docx (KnowlesBeyonce_TLQInitial.docx)
 For each element, rate yourself in one of the following three categories (E/A/I). Be honest.
This is an opportunity to document growth
 Mark each box with an X
 Provide examples of your experiences in the leadership domain
 Identify areas within each domain where you are interested in growing as a teacher leader.
 Summarize your strengths and areas of possible growth.
 Boxes will expand as needed.
Exploring/Emerging (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) - 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
Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and learning. E A I
Accomplished Teachers:
1. Recognize Individual Differences in Their Students and Adjust Their x
Practice Accordingly
2. Understand How Students Develop and Learn x
3. Treat Students Equitably x
4. Know Their Mission Transcends the Cognitive Development of Their x
Students
Three examples of experience (i.e., if you Area of interest for growth
scored A or I, give examples)
I recognize individual differences in my I need to spend time revisiting how students
students’ interests, strengths, areas of learn and grow. Particularly, students with
needed growth, backgrounds, etc. Based on processing disorders.
this knowledge I incorporate unique scaffolds
in the lessons, use popular characters like
Spiderman in word problems, or know when
to give a student a brain break.
Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach E A I
those subjects to students.
Accomplished Teachers:
1. Command Specialized Knowledge of How to Convey a Subject to Students x
2. Generate Multiple Paths to Knowledge x
Three examples of experience (i.e., if you Area of interest for growth
scored A or I, give examples)
I have identified that I need to deepen my
I generate multiple paths to knowledge knowledge in all subject areas to better
through direct instruction, the use of convey the learning topic. I would first like
technology platforms like Quizlet, YouTube to begin with math so that I can more easily
videos, and online manipulatives from convey challenging math concepts to
Toytheater.com students.

Proposition 3: Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring E A I

student learning.
Accomplished Teachers:
1. Call on Multiple Methods to Meet Their Instructional Goals x
2. Support Student Learning in Varied Settings and Groups x
3. Value Student Engagement x
4. Regularly Assess Student Progress x
5. Engage Students in the Learning Process x
Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth
(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)
I support student learning in various settings I can grow in continuing to engage students
like whole classroom, small groups and 1:1. in the learning process by helping them to
Students are also welcome to dialogue with remain consistently engaged in their learning
me my email. We work through online school and working toward their individual goals.
assignments, correct quizzes, and specific
skills.

I value student engagement and open each

class period five minutes early to allow for
interaction with myself and their classmates.
It is a time for non-academic conversation.

Student progress is regularly assessed with

pre, formative, and post assessments. I use
each data point to plan instruction or
reteaching.
Proposition 4: Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn E A I
from experience.
Accomplished Teachers:
1. Make Difficult Choices That Test Their Professional Judgment x
2. Use Feedback and Research to Improve Their Practice and Positively x
Impact Student Learning
Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth
(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)
I reflect on my instruction and use it to An area of growth is to remain flexible to try
challenge myself to do better. This may mean new things and to be unashamed to admit
trying a new strategy. When I am uncertain, I when something is not working.
reach out to my mentor and colleagues.

I eliminated our weekly reading log and

changed to quick writes after in-class silent
reading. This was difficult because it is
widespread practice to require a log, but
there was a lack of consistency. After
considering the desired outcome, which was
daily reading, I made the adjustment and
added the bonus of free writing.

I have made the choice to require my

students to write every day, knowing I would
receive push back. Although it is difficult at
times, I am sticking with the data that
supports it and beginning to see emerging
writers.

Proposition 4: Teachers are members of learning communities E A I

Accomplished Teachers:
1. Collaborate with Other Professionals to Improve School Effectiveness x
2. Work Collaboratively with Families x
3. Work Collaboratively with the Community x
Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth
(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)
I work collaboratively with families to I would like to identify increased ways to
address learning or behavioral challenges collaborate with the community.
with students. Most recently, a parent
informed me that her student that has an IEP
is struggling behaviorally. With the support of
the SpED instructor, we devised a new way to
assign and collect his schoolwork to help
reduce his aversion to anxiety levels.

On another occasion, I consulted a parent on

ways to help her student practice reading
and to lower the bar of resistance. I shared
games, like reading as many street signs as
possible when riding in the car.

I am an active participant in team meetings

addressing school effectiveness. We
exchange ideas and try to promote
awareness of concerns. Recently, I shared
that I open class five minutes early for non-
academic interactions and that this builds our
class community.

Summary of Strengths and areas for growth

I am strong on working with diverse populations and learning how to best serve them. Yet, I
have not matured into collaborating with the community at large on behalf of the student
body. I need to consult with my colleagues and mentor on how this is best accomplished in
our virtual learning environment.