The Standards for Professional Practice represent those aspects of a teacher’s responsibilities that have been documented, through empirical studies or theoretical research, to promote improved student learning. Just as curriculum frameworks and standards define what students should know and be able to do in each of the disciplines, standards for professional practice define what teachers should know and be able to do in the exercise of their profession. The Standards offer a comprehensive framework for the complex activity we call teaching. They also serve to structure the conversations of educators about exemplary practice. A standard framework allows those conversations to guide novices as well as to enhance the performance of veterans. 

 

 

Planning and Preparation

Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

Setting Instructional Outcomes

Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources

Designing Coherent Instruction

Designing Student Assessments

 

Classroom Environment

Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

Establishing a Culture for Learning

Managing Classroom Procedures

Managing Student Behavior

Organizing Physical Space

 

Instruction/Delivery of Services

Communicating with Students

Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques

Engaging Students in Learning

Using Assessment in Instruction

Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

 

Professional Responsibilities

Reflecting on Teaching

Maintaining Accurate Records

Communicating with Families

Participating in the Professional Community

Growing and Developing Professionally

Showing Professionalism

 

 

 

District 211 acknowledges the work of Charlotte Danielson of Princeton Education Associates in the development of the District 211 Standards for Professional Practice. Ms. Danielson’s work, Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching, was published by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Reprinted by Permission. Copyright © 1996 by Charlotte Danielson.