Millersville University Professional Education Unit

Professional Dispositions Rubric

COMMUNICATES PROFESSIONALLY

Clear and appropriate communication that leads to rapport with students, families, and other school personnel

Follows appropriate channels of communication

Abides by FERPA (Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act)

Displays an appropriate sense of humor

Writes & speaks clearly

Is professional during educational interactions

Is easily understood

Conveys an appropriate tone

Listens carefully and actively

Uses respectful, inclusive language in speaking and writing

Demonstrates a working knowledge of professional vocabulary in the field of education

DEMONSTRATES PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Seeks out feedback from students, cooperating teacher, supervisor, and peers and uses as a basis for reflection and improvement

Values ongoing professional development as revealed through use of literature and growth opportunities

Exhibits curiosity about the profession

Seeks & accepts critical feedback from peers, supervisors, faculty, students & students' families

Self-regulates & modifies professional behavior based upon feedback

Is aware of & involved with professional organizations, publications & activities

DEMONSTRATES PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Believes that all students including students with disabilities/linguistic/cultural diversity can learn at high levels as revealed through communication and action

Collaborates with support personnel to plan for the success of students with exceptional needs in inclusive learning environments

Exhibits an understanding & acceptance of diversity

Is respectful during interactions with school students, educational personnel & families

Works collaboratively with others (colleagues, supervisors, cooperating teachers)

Treats individuals equitably

Demonstrates knowledge of administrative hierarchy within public schools and the university

Demonstrates the skill of reflective teaching by evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of his/her own work

Accepts criticism as part of the learning and professional growth process

Manages personal emotions in conflict situations

Works as a team member to build consensus

Demonstrates understanding of and respect for people of various cultures, races, economic classes and religions

Presents him or herself as trustworthy by avoiding gossip and backbiting

Addresses conflicts and problems directly with the person closest to the problem and seeks to resolve the problem

EXHIBITS ATTRIBUTES SUITABLE TO THE PROFESSION

Meets professional expectations through appropriate dress, punctuality, language, and interpersonal skills

Values preparation as revealed in planning of lessons/units for student learning of meaningful content

Values classroom as a community of learners as revealed through group construction of knowledge

Presents information in a positive manner

Demonstrates enjoyment in the content of the discipline

Is flexible

Demonstrates enjoyment of the profession of educator

Is confident

Displays positive relationships with children

Cares for the profession

Cares for the students' well being

Is responsible

Is energetic

Demonstrates dedication

Is personable

Maintains professional appearance

Is punctual and well prepared

Asks questions for clarification

States opinions and supports them with evidence

Articulates and demonstrates effective procedures for problem solving

Demonstrates the ability to discuss a problem from the perspective of various stakeholders

Identifies and utilizes appropriate policies, procedures, and chain of authority to solve problems

DISPLAYS RESPONSIBLE & ETHICAL BEHAVIOR

Knows and adheres to professional codes of ethics, copyright and privacy laws.

Adheres to Professional Codes of Ethics of Pennsylvania, MU, and specific Professional Organization(s) of the program

Is honest

Demonstrates ethical behaviors

Demonstrates a commitment to personal and professional growth as a standard of excellence

Maintains confidentiality in interactions with students with exceptionalities

Bold type examples represent items used in the Millersville Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument