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Education Department Teacher Candidate Statement Recognition of Dispositions

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	Candidate's Name
	Major
	Date
	Graduation Year

It is the responsibility of the Department of Education, in collaboration with the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University to successfully prepare candidates to become effective teachers. The initial licensure program requires candidates to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions outlined in the conceptual framework of the Department of Education as they align with the expected behaviors of beginning teachers. Each candidate will be evaluated on these dispositions by faculty and school personnel and provided with feedback to assist with their progress.

TEACHER CANDIDATE: Please review the dispositional areas noted below and note where you feel you are now AND what you would like to improve or focus on throughout student teaching. Briefly explain what you plan to do to improve these dispositions.

Professional Commitment and Responsibility: The candidate demonstrates a commitment to the profession and adheres to the legal and ethical standards set forth by it. The candidate...

Check off those areas you feel you identify as being an area of proficiency.

	Maintains appropriate confidentiality
	Demonstrates compliance with laws/regulations
	Demonstrates compliance with policies/standards
	Maintains professional appearance
	Is prepared for class or appointments
	Is punctual for class or appointments
	Demonstrates academic integrity

Explain your responses:

Professional Relationships: The candidate develops, maintains, and models appropriate relationships within the workplace, community, and larger diverse society. The candidate...

Check off those areas you feel you identify as being an area of proficiency.

	Demonstrates high expectations for others
	Demonstrates respect for the beliefs of others
	Demonstrates effective collaboration skills
	Demonstrates respect for cultural differences
	Demonstrates compassion for those experiencing difficulty
	Demonstrates patience during the learning process
	Demonstrates flexibility during the learning process

Explain your responses:

Critical Thinking and Reflective Practice: The candidate demonstrates a commitment to continuous development within the profession. The candidate...

Check off those areas you feel you identify as being an area of proficiency.

	Demonstrates critical thinking in written or verbal form
	Addresses issues of concern professionally
	Responds positively to constructive criticism
	Actively seeks out new information
	Seeks help when needed
	Demonstrates personal progress
	Demonstrates reflective practice in written or verbal form

Explain your responses:

I have read the dispositions and indicators above. I believe that good dispositions are integral to being an effective, professional educator. I am committed to growing and demonstrating excellence in these dispositions. I understand that in addition to academic performance in accord with the requirements of the CSB+SJU Department of Education, my success and progress in the teacher education program depends upon successful demonstration of these dispositions.

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