Assessment 5 (Optional) Additional assessment that addresses Ohio Teacher Leader Endorsement
Standards
1. Candidate Dispositions Progress Report. Candidates are assessed in the field by mentor or instructor
regarding institutional standards as aligned with Teacher Leader Standards.
2. Standards and indicators are noted in the assessment.
3. Data
Teacher Leader Assessment 5: Disposition Progress Report
Indicator
2009-10
2010-11
1. The Candidate demonstrates professional behavior in attendance. The Candidate:
has perfect attendance record
3 (14.3%)
6 (46%)
is rarely absent
18 (85.7%)
4 (30%)
3 (23%)
17 (81%)
4 (19%)
8(62%)
5(38%)
20 (95.2%)
1 (4.8%)
10(77%)
3(23%)
19 (90.5%)
2 (9.5%)
13(100%)
19 (90.5%)
2 (9.5%)
11(75%)
2 (15%)
19 (90.5%)
2 (9.5%)
12(92.4%)
1(7.6%)
is sometimes absent
is absent frequently.
2. The Candidate demonstrates professional behavior by being punctual. The Candidate is:
never late
almost always on time
usually on time
frequently late. 
3. The Candidate demonstrates initiative. The Candidate:
consistently generates ideas and implements plans independently
often generates ideas and implements plans independently.
Sometimes generates ideas and implements plans independently
Seldom generates ideas and implements plans independently.
4. The Candidate is responsible. The Candidate:
consistently attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting.
usually attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedules without prompting
sometimes attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting
seldom attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting.
5. The Candidate is responsive to constructive feedback/supervision. The Candidate:
consistently accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly
usually accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly.
at times accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly.
unreceptive to feedback and reacts defensively
6. The Candidate has rapport with students/peers/others. The Candidate:
consistently seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily and
positively
usually seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily and positively
at times seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily and
positively.
at times hesitates to work with students/peers/others
7. The Candidate is committed to high ethical and professional standards. Standard 5.6 Candidates model professional,
ethical behavior and expect it from others. Regarding each of the following statements about the Candidate, please
indicate yes, no or unable to judge: (Yes responses indicated)
a) The Candidate maintains high ethical and professional standards.
b) The Candidate cites program policies and professional practices and responds appropriately.
21 (100%)
13(100%)
21 (100%)
13(100%)
c) The Candidate maintains a professional appearance.
21 (100%)
13(100%)
8. The Candidate demonstrates a commitment to reflection, assessment, and learning as an ongoing process. Evidence the
Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
10 (77%)
is usually evident
3 (23%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
9. The Candidate is willing to work with other professionals to improve the overall learning environment for students.
Standard 3.2 Candidates nurture open and effective lines of communication with students, parents, other educators,
administrators, and the community through professional learning communities. Standard 3.3 Candidates work with
stakeholders to identify appropriate resources for enhancing collaboration. Evidence the Candidate possesses this
disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
11(75%)
is usually evident
2 (15%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
10. The Candidate appreciates that “knowledge” includes multiple perspectives and that development of knowledge is
influenced by the perspective of the "knower." Standard 1.3: Candidates understand and apply strategies that assist
adult learning and development. Standard 1.4: Candidates respect the diversity of the school staff, teachers,
administrators, and other personnel. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
10 (77%)
is usually evident
3 (23%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
11. The Candidate is dedicated to teaching the subject matter and to keeping informed and is competent in the discipline
and its pedagogy. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:
12(92.4%)
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
is usually evident
1(7.6%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
12. In designing curriculum, the Candidate appreciates both the particular content of the subject area and the diverse
needs, assets, and interests of the students and values both short and long-term planning. Standard 5.1 Candidates use
their knowledge of the professional standards, including the Standards for Ohio Educators to support teachers’
professional growth. Standard 5.2 Candidates work effectively with individuals and groups of teachers by demonstrating
the skills and competencies needed to teach adult learners. Standard 5.5 Candidates engage in activities that promote
reflective practices in others. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:
Is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
11(75%)
Is usually evident
2(15%)
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
13. The Candidate is committed to the expression and use of democratic values in the classroom. Evidence the Candidate
possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
10(77%)
is usually evident
3 (23%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
14. The Candidate takes responsibility for making the classroom and the school a “safe harbor” for learning, in other
words, a place that is protected, predictable, and has a positive climate. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
13(100%)
is usually evident
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
15. The Candidate recognizes the fundamental need of students to develop and maintain a sense of self-worth and that
student misbehavior may be attempts to protect self-esteem. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident. 
21 (100%)
12 (92.4%)
is usually evident
1 (7.6%)
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
16. The Candidate believes that all children can learn and persists in helping every student achieve success. Evidence the
Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
13 (100%)
is usually evident
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
17. The candidate values all students for their potential as people and helps them learn to value each other. Evidence the
Candidate possesses this disposition:
is consistently evident.
21 (100%)
13(100%)
is usually evident
is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
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4. Interpretation of data.
Unlike other assessments that are a result of coursework, these data are gathered from cooperating
principals, and they are the common assessments used across programs at the University of Cincinnati.
Thus, the challenge is the lower response rate due to asking busy school leaders to complete the
information. To gather this information, multiple email requests were made. In the future, it may be
necessary to follow up by phone to improve the response rates.
5. Assessment documentation.
Candidate Dispositions Progress Report
Candidate’s Name:
Program :
Name of Individual Completing Report:
Please indicate position:
Field Experience School:
Signature of Individual Completing Form:
Date
Signature of Candidate:
Date:
Candidate’s signature only indicates that he/she has reviewed the Report and does not imply agreement.
1. The Candidate demonstrates professional behavior in attendance. The Candidate:

has perfect attendance record

is rarely absent

is sometimes absent

is absent frequently.
2. The Candidate demonstrates professional behavior by being punctual. The Candidate is:




never late
almost always on time
usually on time
frequently late.
3. The Candidate demonstrates initiative. The Candidate:




consistently generates ideas and implements plans independently
often generates ideas and implements plans independently.
Sometimes generates ideas and implements plans independently
Seldom generates ideas and implements plans independently.
4. The Candidate is responsible. The Candidate:




Consistently attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting.
Usually attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedules without prompting
Sometimes attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting
Seldom attends to assigned tasks or duties on schedule without prompting.
5. The Candidate is responsive to constructive feedback/supervision. The Candidate:

Consistently accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly

Usually accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly.

At times accepts suggestions and feedback and adjusts performance accordingly.

unreceptive to feedback and reacts defensively
6. The Candidate has rapport with students/peers/others. The Candidate:

consistently seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily
and positively



usually seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily and
positively
at times seeks opportunities to work with students/peers/others and relates easily and
positively.
at times hesitates to work with students/peers/others
1. The Candidate is committed to high ethical and professional standards.
Standard 5.6 Candidates model professional, ethical behavior and expect it from others.
Regarding each of the following statements about the Candidate, please indicate yes, no or unable to
judge:
Yes No Cannot Rate


 a) Maintains high ethical and professional standards (e.g. respecting confidentiality)


 b) The Candidate cites program policies and professional practices and responds
appropriately.


 c) The Candidate maintains a professional appearance.
7. The Candidate demonstrates a commitment to reflection, assessment, and learning as an ongoing
process. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:

Is consistently evident

Is usually evident

Is sometimes evident

Is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition

I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
1. The Candidate is willing to work with other professionals to improve the overall learning
environment for students.
Standard 3.2 Candidates nurture open and effective lines of communication with students, parents,
other educators, administrators, and the community through professional learning communities.
Standard 3.3 Candidates work with stakeholders to identify appropriate resources for enhancing
collaboration.
Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
Is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
10. The Candidate appreciates that “knowledge” includes multiple perspectives and that development
of knowledge is influenced by the perspective of the "knower."
Standard 1.3: Candidates understand and apply strategies that assist adult learning and
development.
Standard 1.4: Candidates respect the diversity of the school staff, teachers, administrators, and other
personnel.
Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
11. The Candidate is dedicated to teaching the subject matter and to keeping informed and is
competent in the discipline and its pedagogy. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
Is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
12. In designing curriculum, the Candidate appreciates both the particular content of the subject area
and the diverse needs, assets, and interests of the students and values both short and long-term
planning.
Standard 5.1 Candidates use their knowledge of the professional standards, including the Standards
for Ohio Educators to support teachers’ professional growth.
Standard 5.2 Candidates work effectively with individuals and groups of teachers by demonstrating
the skills and competencies needed to teach adult learners.
Standard 5.5 Candidates engage in activities that promote reflective practices in others.
Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition\Dispositions
13. The Candidate is committed to the expression and use of democratic values in the classroom.
Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
14. The Candidate takes responsibility for making the classroom and the school a “safe harbor” for
learning, in other words, a place that is protected, predictable, and has a positive climate. Evidence the
Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
15. The Candidate recognizes the fundamental need of students to develop and maintain a sense of selfworth and that student misbehavior may be attempts to protect self-esteem. Evidence the Candidate
possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
16. The Candidate believes that all children can learn and persists in helping every student achieve
success. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition
17. The candidate values all students for their potential as people and helps them learn to value each
other. Evidence the Candidate possesses this disposition:





Is consistently evident
Is usually evident
Is sometimes evident
is inconsistent with, or contrary to, this disposition
I am unable to judge the Candidate’s possession of this disposition