HERITAGE UNIVERSITY

MINIMUM INTERN PERFORMANCES FOR PRE-SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFICATION

 

 

 

PRE-SERVICE STANDARD #1

A Vision for Learning

PERFORMANCE

PORTFOLIO ARTIFACT

DATE

MENTOR

FACULTY

 

I.  LEADERSHIP

·          Setting Instructional Direction

·          Teamwork

·          Sensitivity

Text Box: *Essential Questions for Reflection 1.        In what ways am I prepared to help my faculty develop a shared vision of what we want our school/program to be? 2.        How do I articulate the procedures for implementing a strategic plan for the improvement of teaching and learning in our school/district? 3.        What motivational theories can I apply  to create conditions that would encourage staff, students, and families to achieve the school’s/program’s mission and vision? 4.        How could I demonstrate my understanding of the dynamics of change and how would I manage a change effort in a school or program? 5.        What is my leadership style and  how do I adapt it to different situations? 6.        How do I collect and analyze both quantitative and qualitative data to drive decisions, develop school improvement plans, and evaluate programs and personnel performance in my school/district program? 7.        What ways do I articulate the school/district vision, mission, and priorities to all stakeholders? 8.        How do I promote multicultural awareness, gender sensitivity, and racial/ethnic appreciation?  

1.  School Action Plan-Identify a population that is underserved (e.g., not attaining AYP; address diversity/at-risk students) and plan, lead, and evaluate a goal from the School Improvement Plan with a team of five or more people to positively impact student learning.

 

 

 

 

                                                       

1.  Written action plan and/or product of group work (e.g., policy recommendation, data analysis, goals, written report, or presentation); or a Written Reflective analysis: What did you learn about your leadership skills in this process? How will the plan make a difference for student learning?  How will you make this process continuous? What would you do differently and why?

 

 

 

 

 

2.  Design and/or conduct a needs assessment (e.g., survey parent, staff, or student) to assess a specific building, district or program concern.

2.  Analysis and summary of survey data, with recommen-dations for action.

 

 

 

 

 

3.  Outline a written plan for the first 90 days as a principal or program administrator, including performance goals.  Develop a written plan for closing of school.

3.  Written plan outlining key activities and leadership actions critical in the first 90 days of a school year and last 30 days of a school year.

 

 

 

 

 

4.  Determine how principals or program administrators develop and define a vision for their school or program.  Discuss this with your mentor principal or program administrator. 

4.  Document in writing your role in articulating, modeling, and implementing the building, district, or program vision of learning.  Prepare yourself to discuss the visioning process in administrative interviews. 

 

 

 

 

 

5.  Understand the demographic, academic, economic, and cultural aspects of your school and/or district program.  Review and analyze the ESEA Report Card for your school and district. Identify both the formal and informal leadership in your school.  Analyze their current interaction and influence.  Determine how you might use the structure that exists toward a shared vision for improvement of student learning.

5.  Provide a written summary of your “report card” with implications (e.g., performance goals, strategic plan, and professional develop-ment plan) for your work as a principal or program administrator; list steps you would take to use the informal and formal structures to improve student learning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.  Other?

 

 

 

 

6. Other?

 

 

 

PRE-SERVICE STANDARD #2

School Culture & Instruction

PERFORMANCE

PORTFOLIO ARTIFACT

DATE

MENTOR

FACULTY

 

II. DEVELOPING SELF AND OTHERS

·          Development of Others

·         Understanding Own Strengths and Weaknesses

 

1.  Design, conduct, and/or help analyze a professional development needs assessment for certificated staff.

1.  Develop a written plan for professional development for staff or help identify future needs for supporting the improvement of student achievement.

 

 

 

 

Text Box: Essential Questions for Reflection   1.        Can I describe the leadership processes which would help faculty develop curriculum and instruction resulting in a positive impact on learning for all students? How would I assess the effectiveness of this process? 2.        Can I describe the skills to effectively deliver performance appraisal feedback?  How do these skills relate to my leadership platform? 3.        What are the elements of an effective faculty professional development plan necessary to have a positive impact on student learning? 4.        What is my plan  to effectively recruit, select, induct, and retain highly qualified faculty and staff. 5.        How will I design and implement a self-development plan utilizing a variety of resources.  6.     How would I demonstrate my  understanding of culture and the impact on the “learning organization”?  How would I develop strategies to improve these aspects?  7.      How would I know if our school or  a program is effectively meeting the needs of all students and faculty?    

2.  Understand principal’s/program administrator’s role in recruiting, selecting, and keeping quality staff members.  Participate in the hiring process for both certificated and classified staff.

 

 

2 a. Written job description and position announcement;

2 b. Outline interview strategies and sample interview questions for vacancy;

2 c.  Written summary about your observations regarding the hiring processes.

 

 

 

 

 

3.  Become knowledgeable about the state Standards (3), Performance Indicators (8), and Criteria (17) for Professional Certification for teachers; serve through observation/ participation) on a teacher’s Professional Growth Team.

3.  Written reflection related to the Professional Certification Process.

 

 

 

 

 

4.  Conduct classroom observations using appropriate forms and procedures. Participate in pre/post conferences.

4.  Copies of completed observation and evaluation forms, with names deleted.

 

 

 

 

 

5.  Organize and help present an orientation and induction process for new staff,emphasizing “buying into” the school or program vision, culture, management, and organizational procedures.

5.  Written plan(s), meeting agenda(s), and other documents explaining your leadership role in orientation and induction of new staff.

 

 

 

 

 

6 a.  Develop a professional resume, Leadership Platform; sample letter of application;

 

6 b. Review research, journal articles, and /or books related to internship activities/ projects.

 

6a.  Personal Employment Packet (sample resume, Leadership Platform, and letter of application);

 

6b. Log of journal references, books, literature (APA) detailing how the article supported your work/development as an intern.

 

 

 

 

 

7.  PROFESSIONAL GROWTH PLAN- Write a final Reflection Paper with an action plan for professional growth aligned to the Pre-Service Standards.  Include planned professional growth activities/experiences, timeline, evaluation methods.  Clarify how your PGP will enhance staff performance and positively impact student

Learning.

 

7a.  Mid-internship reflection paper

 

7b.  Final internship reflection  paper

 

7c. Professional Growth Plan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRE-SERVICE STANDARD #3

Management

PERFORMANCE

PORTFOLIO ARTIFACT

DATE

MENTOR

FACULTY

III. MANAGEMENT AND RESOLVING COMPLEX PROBLEMS

·          Judgment

·          Results Orientation

·          Organizational Ability

Text Box: Essential Questions for Reflection   1.        Utilizing practical application of organizational theories, how will I establish and implement plans and processes to accomplish strategic goals and solve resource management issues? 2.      What personal skills will I need to develop an efficient budget planning process that will positively impact student learning aligned with the school vision and school improvement process? 3.      What processes will I use to keep up-to-date on federal and state laws/WACs and local board policies? 4.      What personal skills will I need to analyzeand interpret research and educational data, issues, and trends to assist boards, committees, special interest groups in implementing change? 5.      How will I assess and help implement current technologies in all phases of a school/program? 6.      What decision making skills will I use to lead a group in resolving the systematic challenges? 7.      How will I demonstrate the necessary skills to effectively manage the implementation of a collective bargaining  agreement in a school or program? 8.       What skills will demonstrate my ability to use the appropriate interpersonal skills in relating to others and in managing conflict?                

 1. Use appropriate technology to plan/help allocate resources through a school or program schedule (master schedule, school schedule, specialist schedule); assist in the development of a program or building budget.

1.  Documentation of work on master schedule and budget detailing use of technology and action steps to complete projects.

 

 

 

 

2. Lead/facilitate faculty or program staff meeting(s) addressing an important school/program issue.

2.  Agenda and meeting minutes, citing intern leadership role and actions taken.

 

 

 

 

3.  Lead the development and/or review of the annual update of a comprehensive safe schools and/or discipline plan, which includes prevention, intervention, crisis response, and recovery.

3.  Written analysis and/or revision of school safety and/or discipline plan based on needs assessment.

 

 

 

 

4.  Become knowledgeable about district and building policy and procedures related to the education and/or discipline of special education/504 students.

 

4.  Document your involvement in an IDEA, 504 student, or ESEA case (e.g., fact pattern, issues, analysis, outcomes in a discipline case, administrative hearing, IEP/MDT).

 

 

 

 

5.  Participate in and/or observe contract implementation, including collaborative meetings and/or negotiations for certificated or classified staff.

5.  Written reflection detailing the impact of the bargaining agreement on principal leadership.

 

 

 

 

6.  Lead or work with a staff committee charged with aligning curriculum, instruction, and/or assessment with learning goals.

6.  Document work in leading and collaborating with school staff (e.g., agendas, meeting minutes, work products).

 

 

 

 

7. Assist with the resolution of conflict(s) among individuals and groups.

7. Written reflection detailing involvement, conflict resolution strategies, and outcome(s).

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.  Other?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.  8.  Other?