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Please write three things you believe are important for a person to consider when conducting themselves professionally. 1. 2. 3.

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the conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person professional standards: the skill, competence, or character expected of a member of a highly trained profession

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Domain 1: Planning and Preparation 1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy 1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students 1c Setting Instructional Outcomes 1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources 1e Designing Coherent Instruction 1f Designing Student Assessments Domain 2: Classroom Environment 2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport 2b Establishing a Culture for Learning 2c Managing Classroom Procedures 2d Managing Student Behavior 2e Organizing Physical Space Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities 4a Reflecting on Teaching 4b Maintaining Accurate Records 4c Communicating with Families 4d Participating in a Professional Community 4e Growing and Developing Professionally 4f Showing Professionalism Domain 3: Instruction 3a Communicating With Students 3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques 3c Engaging Students in Learning 3d Using Assessment in Instruction 3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

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Within each group, read, interpret and summarize information about each category within Domain 4. As a group, write two examples of possible evidence. How would an evaluator know that the teacher was meeting the criteria? As a group, share information, about each category, with the entire class. Key points (summary) Two examples

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Teachers may reflect on their practice through: collegial conversations journal writing examining student work conversations with students thinking about their teaching. The elements of component 4a are: Accuracy Use in future teaching Indicators include: Accurate reflections on a lesson Citation of adjustments to practice that draw on a repertoire of strategies

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An essential responsibility of professional educators is keeping accurate records of both instructional and noninstructional events. The elements of component 4b are: SStudent completion of assignments SStudent progress in learning NNoninstructional records Indicators include: RRoutines and systems that track student completion of assignments SSystems of information regarding student progress against instructional outcomes PProcesses of maintaining accurate noninstructional records

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A teachers effort to communicate with families conveys the teachers essential caring, valued by families of students of all ages. The elements of component 4c are: Information about the instructional program Information about individual students Engagement of families in the instructional program Indicators include: Frequently and culturally appropriate information sent home regarding the instructional program and student progress Two-way communication between teacher and families Frequent opportunities for families to engage in the learning process

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In promoting student learning, teachers must work with their colleagues to share strategies, plan joint efforts, and plan for the success of individual students. The elements of component 4d are: Relationships with colleagues Involvement in a culture of professional inquiry Service to the school Participation in school and district projects Indicators include: Regular teachers participation. with colleagues to share and plan for students success in professional courses or communities that emphasize improving practice in school initiatives in and support of community initiatives

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As in other professions, the complexity of teaching requires continued growth and development in order for teachers to remain current. The elements of component 4e are: Enhancement of content knowledge and pedagogical skill Receptivity to feedback from colleagues Service to the profession Indicators include: Frequent teacher attendance in courses and workshops; regular academic reading Participation in learning networks with colleagues; freely shared insights Participation in professional organizations supporting academic inquiry

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Expert teachers demonstrate professionalism in service both to students and to the profession. Accomplished teachers have a strong moral compass and are guided by what is in the best interest of each student. The elements of component 4f are: Integrity and ethical conduct Service to students Advocacy Decision making Compliance with school and district regulations Indicators include: The Teacher.. having a reputation as being trustworthy and often sought as a sounding board. frequently reminding participants during committee or panning work that students are the highest priority. supporting students, even in the face of difficult situations or conflicting policies. challenging existing practice in order to put students first. consistently fulfilling district mandates regarding policies and procedures.

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Who do teachers communicate with? Students Administration Colleagues Can you think of others? Parents Community Media

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How do teachers communicate? Face-to-face interactions Email Phone Community involvement Staff meetings Newspaper/TV Mail Can you think of others? Grocery store, walking your dog, etc. Social media Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Snapchat, Instagram Clean your social media NOW!

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#8: Support Staff Non Certified #7: Teachers and counselors #6: The Administration Team -Deans -Department Chairs -LRC Director/Athletic Director #5: Assistant Principal #4: Principal #3: Assistant Superintendent #2: Superintendent #1: The Board of Education Public School Career Ladder

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He oversees everything involving District 308 Dr. Wendt What does he do?

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Ms. Tania Shepherd Assistant Principal She is responsible for all curriculum based needs and teaching/learning. Ms. Mona Smith Front Office She is responsible for greeting guests, making announcements, answering questions, etc. Mr. Mike Wayne Principal He is responsible for everything within OHS. Mr. Bill Nunamaker Assistant Principal He is responsible for all things relating the building.

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Teachers are government employees Paid by tax dollars Salaries are public information (scale on next slide) District 308 Contract (page 52 in the pdf document) District 308 Contract Salaries tend to be determined by: years of experience years and/or degree of post-secondary education location of school wealth of community

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Network District 308 Job openings District 308 Job openings K-12 Jobspot K-12 Jobspot

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You only get to make a first impression once! Dont be afraid to wear color. But not too much. Keep accessories simple. Look in a full length mirror (front and back) before you go to work or in to an interview. Make sure your hair is neat and nails are manicured

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Dress for Success Examples

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Should teachers come to school everyday wearing suits? Does the subject you teach influence what you wear? Should elementary school teachers dress differently than high school teachers? Does your position within the career ladder influence what you wear?

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Business Casual Men: Dress shirt and dress pants or dress kakis Women: Blouse and skirt/dress pants or a dress No: t-shirts, sweat shirts, jeans, shorts, sweat pants, yoga pants, flip-flops, slides

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Please describe three ways you will conduct yourself professionally once you become a teacher 1. 2. 3. Please write two things you should remember when dressing professionally. 1. 2. Please ask one question you still have about professionalism. 1.