As a member of a professional teaching community, I am required to exemplify proficiency in many competencies.  I am governed by local, state, and national expectations for every aspect of my practice.  Specifically in the state of Virginia I am subject to compliance with the Standards of Learning.  Every lesson that I teach represents various objectives specified by the SOLs for that grade level and subject.  However, the SOLs are suggested guidelines for a bare minimum of achievement.  I expect each of my students to succeed well beyond the bare minimum of comprehension and application.  In the same spirit, I strive to excel beyond the bare minimum of the competencies.  As I continue becoming a teacher I aspire to continually develop and shape my teaching so as to always move towards greater personal and professional success.

 I. Foundational Understanding

II. Ability to Plan, Organize, and Prepare for Teaching

III. Teaching Skills

IV. Assessment and Evaluation for Learning

V. Classroom Management Knowledge and Skills

VI. Professional Dispositions