Standard 6 - Developing as a Professional Educator 

Teachers reflect on their teaching practice to support student learning. They establish professional goals and engage in continuous and purposeful professional growth and development. They collaborate with colleagues and engage in the broader professional community to support teacher and student learning. Teachers learn about and work with families to support student learning. They engage local communities in support of the instructional program. They manage professional responsibilities to maintain motivation and commitment to all students. Teachers demonstrate professional responsibility, integrity, and ethical conduct.

6.1 - Reflecting on teaching practice in support of student learning

As teachers develop, they may ask, “How do I…” or “Why do I…”

• assess my growth as a teacher over time?
• learn about teaching as I observe and interact with my students?
• reflect on my instructional successes and dilemmas to move my practice forward?
• analyze my teaching to understand what contributes to student learning?
• formulate professional development plans that are based on my reflection and analysis?
• develop awareness of potential bias that might influence my teaching or affect student learning?