Domain 5. Professionalism
In order to satisfy the TESOL/NCATE standards for the Professionalism domain, candidates must "keep current with new instructional techniques, research results, advances in the ESL field, and education policy issues and demonstrate knowledge of the history of ESL teaching. They use such information to reflect on and improve their instruction and assessment practices. Candidates work collaboratively with school staff and the community to improve the learning environment, provide support, and advocate for ELLs and their families."
I have achieved the necessary Domain 5 Professionalism requirements through the following examples:
Standard 5.a. ESL Research and History
"Candidates demonstrate knowledge of history, research, educational public policy, and current practice in the field of ESL teaching and apply this knowledge to inform teaching and learning."
Standard 5.b. Professional Development, Partnerships, and Advocacy
"Candidates take advantage of professional growth opportunities and demonstrate the ability to build partnerships with colleagues and students’ families, serve as community resources, and advocate for ELLs."
I have achieved the necessary Domain 5 Professionalism requirements through the following examples:
Standard 5.a. ESL Research and History
"Candidates demonstrate knowledge of history, research, educational public policy, and current practice in the field of ESL teaching and apply this knowledge to inform teaching and learning."
Standard 5.b. Professional Development, Partnerships, and Advocacy
"Candidates take advantage of professional growth opportunities and demonstrate the ability to build partnerships with colleagues and students’ families, serve as community resources, and advocate for ELLs."
- CoTESOL Conference 2013
- Writing Center Resources: Analysis vs. Summary Handout
- Presenting at the TESOL 2014 Convention
- TESL/TEFL Graduate Student Association's Advocacy Week (4/7--4/11)