Self Reflection Tool on the Ten Wisconsin Teaching Standards
Instructions: This self reflection tool is designed to provide a personal profile of
classroom performance assets based on the Wisconsin Teacher Standards for
educators. The inventory consists of statements that describe classroom
performance related to the Standards for teachers. The profile could be used to
identify goals and which standards are addressed in a Professional Development
Plan.
Check only one answer per question. Use the “notes” you take as you complete
the survey to describe your personal reflections. Respond to every statement.
After completing the self-reflection tool, spend some time thinking about how
your answers could inform your professional growth plan.
1|P age
Self Reflection Instrument
Name___Lorraine Rindahl_________ Date__August 1, 2013_
Description of
Ability
Very
confident/
Strongly
agree
STANDARD 1 The teacher understands the central
concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the
disciplines he or she teaches and can create learning
experiences that make these aspects of subject
matter meaningful for students.
1. I understand the major concepts and tools of inquiry
in my discipline(s).
2. I create learning experiences for my students that
connect them to the knowledge base of my
discipline.
3. I keep abreast of new research and development in
my discipline(s).
4. I engage in professional discourse about children’s
learning of my discipline(s).
Confident/
Agree
Uncertain/
Disagree
Very
uncertain/
Strongly
disagree
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 1 competencies:
I have a strong knowledge of evidence based practice, and how to inquire about new practices with a critical lens. This
will allow me to use evidence based practices throughout my career as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
STANDARD 2 The teacher understands how children
with broad ranges of ability learn and provides
instruction that supports their intellectual, social,
and personal development.
5. I understand how children learn and construct
knowledge.
6. I understand that students’ physical, social,
emotional, moral, and cognitive development
influence learning.
7.
8.
9.
I respect the diverse talents of all learners.
I use my students’ strengths as a basis for growth,
and their errors as an opportunity for learning.
I consider my students’ physical, social, emotional,
moral, and cognitive development when making
instructional decisions.
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 2 competencies:
I have a deep knowledge and variety of experiences with children who have diverse abilities. I will take each child and give
them what they need individually to achieve their highest potential.
2|P age
Description of
Ability
STANDARD 3 The teacher understands how students
differ in their approaches to learning and the barriers
that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet
the diverse needs of students, including those with
disabilities and exceptionalities.
10. I understand that students have different learning styles.
11. I design instruction that helps use students’ strengths as
the basis for their growth and learning.
Very
confident/
Strongly
agree
Confident/
Agree
Uncertain/
Disagree
Very
uncertain/
Strongly
Disagree
X
X
12. I believe that all children can learn at high levels.
X
13. I persist in helping all children achieve success.
14. I am effective in adapting instruction to accommodate
students with exceptional educational needs.
15. I know about strategies to support the learning of
students whose first language is not English.
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 3 competencies:
When creating lesson plans I keep in mind the level of scaffolding that each child needs to be successful. I am
knowledgeable about what quantifies as a language difference versus a language disorder.
STANDARD 4The teacher understands and uses a
variety of instructional strategies, including the use
of technology to encourage children’s development
of critical thinking, problem solving, and
performance skills.
16. I understand the different cognitive processes involved
in learning.
17. I know how to stimulate the different cognitive
processes involved in learning through different
instructional techniques, technologies, and resources.
18. I value my students’ active participation in the learning
process.
19. I encourage my students to become independent,
critical, and creative thinkers.
20. I constantly monitor and adjust my instructional
strategies in response to students’ feedback and learning
progress.
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 4 competencies:
I value each individual child’s learning style, and will cater my intervention so that each child will achieve their highest
potential.
3|P age
Description of
Ability
STANDARD 5 The teacher uses an understanding of
individual and group motivation and behavior to
create a learning environment that encourages
positive social interaction, active engagement in
learning, and self- motivation.
21. I understand the principles of effective classroom
management.
22. I use a range of strategies to promote positive
relationships, cooperation, and meaningful learning
experiences in the classroom.
23. I take responsibility for establishing a positive climate in
my classroom.
24. I understand the importance of peer relationships to
establishing a positive climate for learning.
25. I take responsibility for establishing a positive climate in
my school as a whole.
Very
confident/
Strongly
agree
Confident/
Agree
Uncertain/
Disagree
Very
uncertain/
Strongly
Disagree
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 5 competencies:
My goal as an SLP will be to interact with each child on my caseload in a positive manner. I want to develop a positive
rapport with each child so that they feel comfortable confiding in me about the challenges they face. By doing so I will be
able to tailor my sessions to meet their needs at a more personal level and in a more effective way.
STANDARD 6 The teacher uses effective verbal and
nonverbal communication techniques as well as
instructional media and technology to foster active
inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the
classroom.
26. I understand how cultural differences can affect
communication in the classroom.
27. I understand how gender differences can affect
communication in the classroom.
28. I recognize the importance of non-verbal as well as
verbal communication.
29. I am a thoughtful and responsive listener.
30. I know how to ask questions and stimulate discussion in
different ways and for different purposes.
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 6 competencies:
I know that various children learn in different ways and will work to help each and every one of them succeed.
4|P age
Description of
Ability
Very
confident/
Strongly
agree
STANDARD 7 The teachers organizes and plans
systematic instruction based upon knowledge of subject
matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.
31. I am able to take contextual considerations (i.e.
individual student interests and community resources)
into account in planning instruction.
Confident/
Agree
Uncertain/
Disagree
Very
uncertain/
Strongly
Disagree
X
32. I value short- and long-term planning with colleagues.
33. I create learning experiences that are appropriate to
curriculum goals.
34. I create learning experiences that are relevant to
learners.
35. I create learning experiences that are based on
principles of effective instruction.
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 7 competencies:
I will work with others to ensure that my intervention is curriculum based and will benefit the child during their classroom
activities.
STANDARD 8 The teacher understands and uses formal
and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and
ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and
physical development of the student.
36. I understand the advantages and limitations (i.e. validity,
reliability, and related concerns) of different types of
students’ assessments.
37. I value ongoing and diverse types of assessments as
essential to the instructional process.
38. I am committed to using multiple measures to assess
student learning.
39. I maintain useful records of student work and
performance.
40. I modify teaching and learning strategies based on the
results of students’ assessments.
41. I am able to communicate student progress,
knowledgeably and responsibly, based on appropriate
indicators, to students, parents, and colleagues.
X
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 8 competencies:
I realize that a formal language assessment does not tell the whole story of a child’s language abilities. I will use dynamic
assessments and classroom performance as a way to determine eligibility for speech and language services.
5|P age
Description of
Ability
STANDARD 9 The teacher is a reflective practitioner
who continually evaluates the effect of his or her
choices and actions on pupils, parents/families,
professionals in the learning community and others
and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow
professionally.
42. I understand methods of inquiry that provide me with a
variety of self-assessment and problem-solving
strategies.
43. I am aware of the current research on teaching and
learning and of resources available for professional
learning.
44. I practice self-reflection and self-assessment in my
professional learning.
45. I am committed to continually develop and refine my
practices that address the individual needs of students.
46. I seek out professional literature, colleagues, and other
resources to support my own development as a learner
and a teacher.
Very
confident/
Strongly
agree
Confident/
Agree
Uncertain/
Disagree
Very
uncertain/
Strongly
Disagree
X
X
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 9 competencies:
I will self-reflect on my services, and continually adapt my performance to make my services as efficient and effective as
possible.
STANDARD 10 The teacher fosters relationships with
school colleagues, parents/families, and agencies in
the larger community to support student learning
and well being and who acts with integrity, fairness
and in an ethical manner.
47. I understand laws related to students’ rights and teacher
responsibilities.
X
48. I respect the privacy of my students.
49. I am willing to consult with other professionals
regarding the education and well-being of my students.
50. I establish respectful and productive relationships with
parents/guardians of all my students.
X
51. I use community resources to foster student learning.
X
X
X
Your reflection/questions about your Standard 10 competencies:
I will respect the privacy of my students, and realize the importance of providing community resources to help children get
educational experiences outside of the school day and building.
6|P age