Initial CSTP Reflection

Self-Assessment of CSTP developmental levels at the beginning of Induction

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PLEASE RATE YOURSELF ON YOUR DEVELOPMENTAL LEVELS ON THE CALIFORNIA STANDARDS FOR THE TEACHING PROFESSION:

1. Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning

1.1 using knowledge of students to engage
1.2 connecting learning to students’ prior knowledge, etc.
1.3 connecting subject matter to real life
1.4 using a variety of instructional strategies & technologies
1.5 promoting critical thinking, problem solving, & reflection
1.6 monitoring learning and adjusting teaching

PLEASE RATE YOURSELF ON YOUR DEVELOPMENTAL LEVELS ON THE CALIFORNIA STANDARDS FOR THE TEACHING PROFESSION:

1. Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning

1.1 using knowledge of students to engage
1.2 connecting learning to students’ prior knowledge, etc.
1.3 connecting subject matter to real life
1.4 using a variety of instructional strategies & technologies
1.5 promoting critical thinking, problem solving, & reflection
1.6 monitoring learning and adjusting teaching EMERGING - Expands awareness of curriculum and instructional practices to support understanding and engage students in learning. EXPLORING - Explores use of additional instructional practices to teach the curriculum and support student understanding and engagement. APPLYING - Implements the curriculum using a variety of instructional practices and supplemental resources selected to improve student understanding and engagement. INTEGRATING - Integrates extensive knowledge of curriculum, instructional practices, and supplemental resources to enhance and deepen student understanding and engagement. INNOVATING - Designs and implements comprehensive curriculum with multiple and varied instructional strategies and resources to support in depth studies of content and promote high levels of student understanding and engagement.
2. Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments

2.1 promoting social development, responsibility, & community
2.2 reflecting diversity and encouraging productive interactions
2.3 establishing and maintaining safe learning environments
2.4 setting rigorous and high expectations
2.5 setting high standards for individual & group behaviors
2.6 employing classroom procedures & routines for learning
2.7 using instructional time to optimize learning

2. Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments

2.1 promoting social development, responsibility, & community
2.2 reflecting diversity and encouraging productive interactions
2.3 establishing and maintaining safe learning environments
2.4 setting rigorous and high expectations
2.5 setting high standards for individual & group behaviors
2.6 employing classroom procedures & routines for learning
2.7 using instructional time to optimize learning EMERGING - Recognizes the importance of building a positive learning environment that is focused on achievement. EXPLORING - Guides the development of a respectful learning environment focused on achievement. APPLYING - Maintains a respectful and supportive learning environment in which all students can achieve. INTEGRATING - Provides a respectful and rigorous learning environment that supports and challenges all students to achieve. INNOVATING - Facilitates a learning environment that is respectful, rigorous, and responsive in advancing student achievement.
3. Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning

3.1 demonstrating knowledge of subject matter, etc.
3.2 applying knowledge of student development & proficiencies to facilitate student understanding
3.3 organizing curriculum for student understanding
3.4 utilizing strategies appropriate to subject matter
3.5 using and adapting curriculum & resources for student accessibility
3.6a addressing needs of English learners for equitable access to content
3.6b providing equitable access to content for students with special needs

3. Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning

3.1 demonstrating knowledge of subject matter, etc.
3.2 applying knowledge of student development & proficiencies to facilitate student understanding
3.3 organizing curriculum for student understanding
3.4 utilizing strategies appropriate to subject matter
3.5 using and adapting curriculum & resources for student accessibility
3.6a addressing needs of English learners for equitable access to content
3.6b providing equitable access to content for students with special needs EMERGING - Demonstrates knowledge of teaching as discrete skills as described in the California Standards for the Teaching Professional (CSTP). EXPLORING - Expands knowledge of related elements of effective instruction, learning goals, assessments, and content as informed by the CSTP. APPLYING - Utilizes knowledge of CSTP to makes connections between elements of effective instruction, learning goals, assessments, and content standards. INTEGRATING - Articulates knowledge of the inter-relationships between elements of effective instruction, learning goals, assessments, and content across the CSTP. INNOVATING - Applies in depth knowledge of the CSTP to interconnect effective instruction, learning goals, and assessment within and across content areas.
4. Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for All Students

4.1 using knowledge of students to plan instruction
4.2 establishing and articulating student learning goals
4.3 developing and sequencing short- & long-term goals to support learning
4.4 planning instruction with all student needs in mind
4.5 adapting instruction & curriculum to meet assessed student needs

4. Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for All Students

4.1 using knowledge of students to plan instruction
4.2 establishing and articulating student learning goals
4.3 developing and sequencing short- & long-term goals to support learning
4.4 planning instruction with all student needs in mind
4.5 adapting instruction & curriculum to meet assessed student needs EMERGING - Plans lessons using available curriculum and resources. EXPLORING - Plans lessons using expanded understanding of curriculum, related materials and resources, and assessments. APPLYING - Plans differentiated instruction using a variety of adjustments and adaptations in lessons. INTEGRATING - Plans lessons using a broad range of strategies to differentiate instruction as informed by multiple assessments. INNOVATING - Plans instruction flexibly utilizing a repertoire of instructional practices to differentiate instruction as informed by ongoing assessments.
5. Assessing Students for Learning

5.1 using different types of assessments with intention
5.2 collecting and analyzing assessment data from various sources
5.3 reviewing data individually and with colleagues to monitor learning
5.4 using data to differentiate & modify instruction
5.5 involving students in self-assessment, goal setting, & monitoring progress
5.6 using technologies to assess, analyze, & communicate data
5.7 using data to share feedback with students & families

5. Assessing Students for Learning

5.1 using different types of assessments with intention
5.2 collecting and analyzing assessment data from various sources
5.3 reviewing data individually and with colleagues to monitor learning
5.4 using data to differentiate & modify instruction
5.5 involving students in self-assessment, goal setting, & monitoring progress
5.6 using technologies to assess, analyze, & communicate data
5.7 using data to share feedback with students & families EMERGING - Develops understanding of required assessments and uses of data to inform student progress. EXPLORING - Explores the use of different types of assessments to expand understanding of student learning needs and support planning. APPLYING - Utilizes a variety of assessments that provide targeted data on student learning to guide planning. Collaborates and reflects regularly with colleagues to improve teaching practice and student success. INTEGRATING - Develops, adapts, and integrates assessments into instruction that provide ongoing data to guide planning differentiated instruction matched to assessed needs of students. INNOVATING - Utilizes a wide range of assessments strategically, systematically, and flexibly throughout instruction to identify student learning needs and guide ongoing adjustments in instruction that maximize student learning.
6. Developing as a Professional Educator

6.1 reflecting on teaching practices & effectiveness
6.2 establishing professional goals and engaging in purposeful professional development
6.3 collaborating with colleagues & the professional community to support learning
6.4 working with families
6.5 engaging the community to support learning
6.6 managing professional responsibilities to maintain personal motivation & commitment
6.7 demonstrating professional integrity, responsibility and ethical conduct

6. Developing as a Professional Educator

6.1 reflecting on teaching practices & effectiveness
6.2 establishing professional goals and engaging in purposeful professional development
6.3 collaborating with colleagues & the professional community to support learning
6.4 working with families
6.5 engaging the community to support learning
6.6 managing professional responsibilities to maintain personal motivation & commitment
6.7 demonstrating professional integrity, responsibility and ethical conduct EMERGING - Works collaboratively with assigned colleagues to reflect on and improve teaching practice and student success. EXPLORING - Seeks collaboration with colleagues, resource personnel, and families to reflect on ways to improve teaching practice and student success. APPLYING - Collaborates and reflects regularly with colleagues to improve teaching practice and student success. INTEGRATING - Analyzes and integrates information from a wide range of sources to expand skills of collaboration and reflection as a habit of practice and to impact teacher effectiveness and student learning. INNOVATING - Engages in and facilitates collaborative learning communities focused on providing quality instruction and optimal learning for the full range of students.