Guide - Standard 1

Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district student achievement goals.
Criteria: The Teacher	Elementary Counseling Services
a. Provides evidence of student learning to students, families, and staff.	Academic Consultation Share performance/progress information with parents, students, and teacher as necessary Interpret tests for parents, students and teachers
b. Implements strategies supporting student, building, and district goals.	Academic Consultation Initiate the process of evaluation for special service (STEP plans, referrals to Child Study teams) Academic Program Management Initiate, coordinate, and facilitate testing (ITBS, CoGAT, Academic/Psychological testing)
c. Uses student performance data as a guide for decision-making.	Responsive Services Counsel students regarding classroom behaviors, work completion, academic areas and personal concerns Academic Planning Participate in the development and implementation of 504 plans, STEP, PACT Special Services staffings and referrals, retention, attendance, and acceleration
d. Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student.	Responsive Services Collaborate in formulating accommodations, STEP and 504 Plans Communication (initiating/returning phone calls, E-mail, snail mail, faxes, messages) to an from students, parents, and staff
e. Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and fairness.	Personal/Social Preventative Services Facilitate social skills development such as anger management, conflict resolution, friendship skills, cooperation Career Responsive Services Provide support to students and families for concerns such as attendance, harassment, child abuse, etc.
f. Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student learning.	Academic Planning Participate in student solution focused teams, teacher support teams, Child Study Teams, parent/teacher conferences, home visits, transitioning visits Academic Program Management Participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences, IEP meetings
g. Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and communities effectively and accurately.	Academic Program Management Communicate with school, parents and community via newsletters, memos, letters, notes Advise parents and staff regarding student behavior, social interaction skills, and emotional well-being Academic Consultation Referral/information exchange with outside agencies (learning centers)