Professional Dispositions Assessment

Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement listed below using the
response scale of 1-5. Use this assessment to inform your Professional Dispositions
Statement.
1 = Strongly Disagree 2 = Disagree 3 = Undecided 4 = Agree 5 = Strongly Agree
Professional Dispositions Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
I believe a teacher must use a variety of instructional
X
strategies to optimize student learning.
I understand that students learn in many different ways. X
I demonstrate qualities of humor, empathy, and warmth. X
I am a thoughtful and responsive listener. X
I assume responsibility when working with others. X
I believe that all students can learn. X
I believe it is important to involve all students in
X
learning.
I believe the classroom environment a teacher creates
X
greatly affects students' learning and development.
I view teaching as an important profession. X
I understand that teachers’ expectations affect student
X
learning.
I view teaching as a collaborative effort among educators. X
I understand that students have certain needs that must be
X
met before learning can take place.
I am sensitive to student differences. X
I communicate caring, concern, and a willingness to
X
become involved with others.

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I am punctual and reliable in my attendance. X
I maintain a professional appearance. X
I believe it is my job to create a learning environment
conducive to the development of students’ self- X
confidence and competence.
I respect the cultures of all students and am sensitive to
X
cultural norms.
I honor my commitments. X
I treat students with dignity and respect at all times. X
I am willing to receive feedback and assessment of my
X
teaching.
I am patient when working with students. X
I am open to adjusting and revising my plans to meet
X
student needs.
I communicate in ways that demonstrate respect for the
X
feelings, ideas, and contributions of others.
I believe it is important to learn about students and their
X
communities.

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 Professional Disposition Statement

All students can learn if they are provided with a safe, encouraging and nurturing

environment. A teacher sets the tone for their classroom, and they must be willing to invest time

getting to know each student on a personal level, so they know how to meet their individual

learning needs. They also need to make a personal connection to their students, so the students

feel comfortable, respected, supported, and motivated to learn. Teachers should have good,

professional work ethics and integrity so that they can be a role model to their students,

coworkers, and the community. They should be punctual, reliable, and prepared every day.

Teachers should have good communication skills and be personable and approachable, so their

students and coworkers know they are trustworthy, and they feel comfortable coming to them. It

is important for them to be student focused and be dedicated to being a lifelong learner so that

they can be prepared for the constantly changing world we live in. I believe that being allowed to

educate and influence the young minds of tomorrow’s leaders is a great privilege, and we should

work hard to give every student our best, so we can prepare them to be successful and productive

citizens.

My self-assessment supports my statement because it shows the importance I place on

professionalism and student focus. It supports my belief that all students can learn if they are

provided with the right strategies in a safe and nurturing environment. It reflects the importance I

place on personally investing in the lives of my students and the community in order to find the

most effective ways to teach my students. The assessment also confirms my desire to participate

in professional development and my willingness to receive feedback and adjust to meet the

constantly changing demands of the teaching profession and be the best teacher I can be.

One of the greatest areas I feel I have grown in my program of study is in the awareness

and respect for cultural diversity in the classroom and community. I had never realized what a

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profound effect diversity in the classroom and school could have until I took the Social Justice

for Educators class. That class taught me to be more aware of cultural identifiers and how to

appreciate diversity and be a model and teacher of acceptance and respect for the students in my

classroom. Because of that class, I feel I will be more prepared to create a trusting learning

community within our classroom where students respect and advocate for one another. That class

was one of the most beneficial I have taken, and it will make me a much better role model and

teacher to everyone I come in contact with in the school environment.

Every person has room for improvement, no matter how long they have been teaching, so

continuing to seek professional development opportunities is important to me. I know I would

like to become more technology savvy in the classroom, and I would also like to learn to better

incorporate cross curricular activities into my lessons because I feel there is a movement for all

schools in our area to become STEM certified. This is very beneficial to the students and will

help them to become more college and career ready. I also plan to continue to seek feedback and

advice from veteran teachers and administrators who can help me grow in the teaching

profession.

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