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Professional Dispositions
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Abstract
Professional Dispositions
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Introduction
I have examined the STARS acronym for several past assignments. However, my
self-analysis of my strengths and weaknesses has begun to take on new meaning as Ive
entered my journey into student teaching in a diverse 5th grade classroom.
Strengths
My highest areas of self-rated strengths were in the realm of responsible
citizenship. I considered initiative and dependability as my greatest strengths. I do
believe I am able to anticipate the needs of students without having to be told, as well as
follow the daily routine and execute lesson plans without instruction to initiate. I also
pride myself on being dependable both in and out of the classroom. My desire to become
a teacher rests heavily on the need to demonstrate to young people that adults can be
counted on to follow through and hold them accountable. Organization is key to being
dependable and completing tasks as both a student and a teacher.
Areas for Improvement
My lowest areas of self-rated weaknesses were in the realm of teamwork. Ive
learned through my first two weeks of teaching that being adaptable and flexible is
crucial to the success of student learning and maintaining a comfortable classroom
environment. By nature, I do not respond well to change and adapting to situations that
arent planned heightens my stress level. Responding to feedback is also an area of mine
that needs improvement. I want to excel in everything that I do. I realize that teaching is
a profession with a vast learning curve and I will always be learning and finding ways to
teach differently and reach each student effectively. However, being fully open to
suggestions and feedback from others can be difficult.
Professional Dispositions
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Action Plan
Professional Dispositions
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I have been keeping notes on my plans of things that have been successful,
activities that need adjusting and about my observations and general feedback from my
USP and SSP. It is helpful to review and reflect on these notes and my feelings. I believe
it demonstrates a progression in my teaching abilities and also my abilities to accept
criticism and assistance from those who have come before me.
Conclusion
Examining the professional dispositions form generally leads me to the same
conclusion each timethere is always room for improvement and Ive got a long way to
go! The action plan Ive implemented will continue to serve me well and help me grow
as an educator.