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 Practice X
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 take the time to get to know my students I would love to learn more about child
and I recognize their differences. To support development and learning types. I took one
their needs I create small groups/reading child development class in college but I would
groups based on individual needs and levels like a refresher and to know more in depth
of growth. information.
I treat students equitably by random
selection of participation, letting all students
be the star of the week, giving students
individual support they may need that others
do not.
I know and believe our mission is more than
just our students' cognitive development. I
would love to take on a leadership role in this
because I am very passionate about this. I
allow my students to share personal stories in
class, do individualized greetings every
morning and make sure they know they are
safe and supported.
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 do not have any specialized knowledge I try to show multiple paths to knowledge.
besides my general degree and multi subject The subject where this comes easiest is math
teaching credential. But one area I do feel because there are multiple tools/skills they
confidence in is Phonics/Reading. I am can use to solve addition/subtraction. I would
passionate about the process of letter like to learn more ways to generate multiple
recognition, sounds, blending, segmenting, paths of knowledge and I would like to learn
and then reading/writing. The past two years more about conveying subjects to students.
I have seen my classes grow into awesome
readers.

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 by having small I believe I have room to grow in using
group instruction and reading groups. Each multiple methods to meet instructional goals
reading group receives specific instruction and in regularly assessing student progress. I
based on progress. For example some are would like to learn more methods on
reaching goals and overlapping some goals to
already reading short stories while others are have more time/success. I assess students 3
still working on sight word recognition. times a year for report cards but I want to
I value student engagement as I mentioned incorporate more regular assessments and
above, by using lucky ducks to select students taking the time to do them.
to participate and by giving students a chance
to share stories and connections.
I engage students in the learning process by
using videos, visuals, oral ques, jingles, hand
motions, and by making connections to their
interests.

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 Impact X
Student Learning
Three examples of experience Area of interest for growth
(i.e., if you scored A or I, give examples)
I love getting feedback from parents and even I have not had to make many difficult choices
students when they tell me how something so far in my short teaching career. I would like
made them feel or how school is going for more resources and information about how
them. Since I am at a private school I get lots to deal with these choices as they arise.
of voluntary parent feedback and it is always
positive and encouraging. I love making my
students and parents feel supported and
valued.
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 love collaborating with families and I believe Areas of growth for me would be
I have great communication with them collaborating with others to improve school
through conferences, class dojo, newsletters, effectiveness and to collaborate with the
and conversation. Parents are very involved in community. I want to gain more confidence
my class and volunteer to help with reading so I feel comfortable collaborating and giving
groups and holidays. I keep parents up to opinions about our school. Since it is only my
date on students progress and conferences second year I hesitate to get involved but I
when necessary to better help support their know I have valuable input. I also want to
students. For example, I send extra resources explore ways to engage with our community
home with certain students who need more and how that could benefit myself and the
reinforcement of skills at home. students.
Summary of Strengths and areas for growth
My biggest strengths are connection with students, collaborating with parents, engagement
in class, valuing my students' individuality and seeing them beyond just their academic ability.
Some areas of growth would be collaboration with other professionals, regular assessments,
collaborating with my community, and creating multiple ways to convey subjects and reach all
students.