Professional Dispositions: Self Assessment

Professional dispositions are an integral part of effective performance as an educator. The following assessment gives you the opportunity to evaluate your own professional dispositions and behavior.

There are two goals: 1) To make you aware of important professional dispositions of educators 2) To help you identify goals for your development. Please respond as thoughtfully and as honestly as possible. You are not graded on your responses. Some dispositions may not be applicable to you. If so, write NA in the box.

Ratings: 4=Always, almost always 3=Usually 2=Sometimes 1=Rarely, never

NA= I have not had an opportunity to do this

1. I actively seek resources related to my work, beyond what instructors or supervisors provide.

2. I show respect for diverse cultures by including appropriate multicultural content in my classroom environment and activities.

3. I show respect for diverse cultures by presenting accurate information, correcting student’s misconceptions, and avoiding stereotypes.

4. I avoid proselytizing for personal viewpoints that are outside the scope of professional practice.

5. I actively seek and make use of knowledge from other disciplines.

6. I work hard to meet the individual needs of ALL students and support their development.

7. I address students’ social and emotional needs when setting up the classroom environment and interacting with them.

8. I participate positively and constructively in all campus-based and community-based professional activities.

9. I collaborate effectively with others during group assignments.

10. I actively seek and value the contributions of others to my work.

11. I dress appropriately for the setting where I am working.

12. I use appropriate professional language in oral and written communication.

13. I demonstrate respect for peers and families during interactions with them.

14. I act and speak professionally as a representative of UNCW and the Watson School of Education

15. I follow the policies and procedures of the setting where I am working.

16. I arrive promptly for commitments and turn in assignments on time.

17. I maintain confidentiality and demonstrate respect for the principle of informed consent.

18. I actively contribute ideas to address the needs of the program where I am working.

19. I attend meetings and assist with projects that support student’s development in the program where I am working.

20. I advocate for practices that support the healthy development and well-being of students and families.

21. I attend workshops and conferences to further my professional development.

22. I actively reflect on and critique my own performance.

23. I actively identify my strengths and areas for professional growth.

24. I listen and respond to feedback without becoming defensive.

25. I use the feedback I receive from others to improve my performance.

26. I use information from professional literature and other resources to broaden my knowledge and improve my practice.

27. I use observations of student’s behavior, language, and performance to guide my teaching decisions.

28. I am comfortable working with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds.

29. I am comfortable working with students and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

30. I am aware of the how my background shapes my cultural identity.

31. I actively seek out experiences and situations that are new or different.

32. I value different cultural view points.

Please feel free to discuss any areas of concern with your instructor. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Dr. John Fischetti 962-7551.