Self-Assessment of NBPTS

Directions: For each element, rate yourself in one of the following three categories. Then provide examples of your experiences in the
area of the NBPTS. Finally, identify areas within each domain where you are interested in growing. 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 relies on ongoing assistance from more experienced
colleagues for support, guidance, and survival. The teacher is moving toward becoming more self-directed and independent in her/his
practice.
 Applying (A) - a level of practice in which the teacher is able to provide independent instruction and easily applies what s/he has
learned about educational practice.
 Integrating/Innovating (I/I) - a level of development in which the teacher is fully skilled and confident. The Integrating/Innovating
teacher is contributing to the broader educational community through staff development, research, or publication in professional
journals.

Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and their learning. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Recognize Individual Differences in Their Students and Adjust Their Practice Accordingly
2. Teachers Understand How Students Develop and Learn
3. Teachers Treat Students Equitably
4. Teachers Know Their Mission Transcends the Cognitive Development of Their Students
Three Examples of Proposition 1 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 I know that each student of mine has different
backgrounds and each may also have different way
to learn. Getting to know my students at the
beginning of each year is something I strive to do
to help build meaningful relationships.
 I treat people the way I want to be treated, and Learning more on how students develop and learn is
that includes my students. Showing them respect something I want to do. I know this knowledge can help me
allows me to expect it in return. reach more of students and read their ques.
 Being a teacher is not just teaching the content. As
a high school teacher, my students are going
through many transitions in their lives, and I want
to be someone they can trust and talk to, as well as
learn from.

Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to
E/E A I/I
students.
5. Teachers Appreciate How Knowledge in Their Subjects is Created, Organized, and Linked to Other
Disciplines
6. Teachers Command Specialized Knowledge of How to Convey a Subject to Students
7. Teachers Generate Multiple Paths to Knowledge
Three Examples of Proposition 2 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 Our history content relates well to our English Continuing to differntiate the assessments for students is on
department. We often collaborate with English my list each year. Having students write, draw, or convey
their mastery verbally is something I am committed to.
teachers when writing our research papers.
 How we, as History teachers, convey our subject is
everything. When we show our knowledge of our
subject, and convey it in interesting and
meaningful ways, students are more willing to
engage with the content.
 Allowing students to show their mastery of the
content in different ways is vital. Not all students
learn the same way, and being open to different

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 avenues is key to allowing all students the ability
to show their knowledge.

Proposition 3: Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Call on Multiple Methods to Meet Their Instructional Goals
2. Teachers Support Student Learning in Varied Settings and Groups
3. Teachers Value Student Engagement
4. Teachers Regularly Assess Student Progress
5. Teachers Engage Students in the Learning Process
Three Examples of Proposition 3 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 Student engagement is vital at our online school. I
have weekly phone calls with my students to
discuss their goals, assignments, and progress.
 Monitoring student progress is key in any setting. I would like to join more clubs/groups at our school. I find
We have weekly lesson completion goals that meeting students in areas outside my content area helps to
students strive to meet. build more meaningful relationships.
 Students need to be proactive in the learning
process. Those who are not find the freedom of the
online education difficult.

Proposition 4: Teachers think systematically about their practices and learn from experience. E/E A I/I
1. Teachers Make Difficult Choices That Test Their Professional Judgment
2. Teachers Use Feedback and Research to Improve Their Practice and Positively Impact Student Learning
Three Examples of Proposition 4 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 Building meaningful relationships
 is key in educations. These relationships also bring
tough choices, especially when giving final grades.
Knowing your students, and what they have gone
through throughout the year can help witht these
difficult choices. Continuing to learn about my students and new teaching
 Using student feedback during our weekly calls strategies allows me to find new ways to reach all my types
allows me to differentiate lessons for each of learners.
individual student, if needed.

 Researching new teaching strategies allows my
lessons to not become predictable, which can
postively impact student learning.

Proposition 5: Teachers are Members of Professional Communities E/E A I/I

1. Teachers Collaborate with Other Professionals to Improve School Effectiveness
2. Teachers Work Collaboratively with Families
3. Teachers Work Collaboratively with the Community
Three Examples of Proposition 5 Experiences Areas of Interest in Growth
 Our school constantly brings in reports and data to Continuing to hold field trips that advocate skilled trades is
show how we can improve our effectiveness. something I am eager to do. Not all of my students are
college bound, and I want them to be able to explore all of
 Working with my students' families makes my job their options.
easier. A student with support at school and at
home find success, especially at our online school.
 Before the pandemic, our school conducted
numerous field trips within the local community.
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 The last one I held was to an automotive trade
school.

Summary of Strengths and Areas of Possible Growth

     

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