Analyze each disposition as described below and rate yourself (on a scale of 1 to 5).  Ask yourself, “Do I…” and be as honest as you can.  Your doubts may identify areas where you need improvement.  Even experienced teachers need to practice reflection and work toward improvement.

DISPOSITIONS TO TEACH

 

 Rating COMMENTS

Explain you reasoning for each rating

 
have the content knowledge needed to teach students    

 

 

 

 
have the pedagogical and professional knowledge needed to teach effectively    

 

 

 

 
operationalize the belief that all students can learn    

 

 

 

 
demonstrate fairness in educational settings by meeting the educational needs of all students in a caring, non-discriminatory, and equitable manner    

 

 

 

 
understand the impact of discrimination based on race, class, gender, disability/

exceptionality, sexual orientation, and language on students and their learning

 

    

 
apply the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions in a manner that facilitates student learning    

 

 

 

 
have the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions needed to help all children learn    

 

 

 

 

 
respond to every child as a caring,

qualified, and effective teacher

    

 

 

 

 

 
demonstrate that they are well prepared to have children  entrusted to their care    

 

 

 

 

 

Dispositions taken from Machado and Botnarescue.  Student Teaching Early Childhood Practicum Guide.  7th Edition, Wadsworth, Cengage Learning, 2011.