In order
to
qualify for the advanced (M) teaching license in North Carolina, one
must
prepare a teaching portfolio.
Under each portfolio standard are examples of evidentiary material. These are only suggestions and should not be considered as strict requirements for the portfolio. Students are encouraged to focus on the standard and develop materials that show achievement of the standard. Students should only submit the highest quality materials.
The portfolio should fit easily into a 2 inch binder.
Video presentations should be no more than 15 minutes in length.
The student should consult with his or her advisory committee chair for advice in developing the portfolio.
The following sections should be in the portfolio:
1. Demonstrate skills in planning for class instruction
- Lesson plan
- Using an approved lesson planning format
- Alignment of lesson plan with state adopted curriculum
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 3)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 7)
2. Demonstrate teaching skills using multiple strategies
- Videos
- Lesson plans- with interest approach
- Peer observations
- Supervisor observations
- Student evaluations
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 3)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 4)
3. Demonstrate and use communication and instructional technology
- Powerpoint presentations
- Handouts
- Using instructional software
- www page
- Innovative methodology
- Newsletter
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 3)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 6)
4. Demonstrate current knowledge of subject matter
- Transcripts
- Evidence of participation in field days and workshops
- Course outline showing current knowledge of subject matter
- Description of new materials, equipment, etc. used or obtained during the past three years
- Certifications received
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 2 & 5)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 1)
5. Demonstrate classroom management skills
- Inventory control plan
- Photos of facilities
- Management plan
- Evidence of proper safety practices
- Lab safety tests/contracts
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 3)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 5)
6. Demonstrate multiple ways to assess and evaluate students.
- Video of evaluating performance skills
- Rubric used to evaluate student work
- Test examples
- Student projects (landscape, blueprint, etc.)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 8)
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 6)
7. Demonstrate the effective use of diagnostic information to ensure the development of the learner
- Case study
- Community survey
- SAE visitation records
- Documentation of correspondence with parents
- Develop and IEP
- Use student data in teaching
- Use different approaches to meet different learning styles
- Work with community agencies
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 1, 8 &9)8. Demonstrate evidence of diversity
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 2 and 3)
- Student population representative of school populations
- Recruiting/retention materials represent diversity
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 4)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 3)
9. Demonstrate school and community involvement
- Descriptive summary with reflection
- Newspaper/media articles or videos
- FFA program of activities/ National Chapter Award Program
- Describe partnerships with industry, state agencies and other community organizations
- SAE placement, shadowing, and training plans
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 11 & 7)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 10)
10. Reflect on your role as a teacher and have a plan for performance development
- Philosophy statement
- Blueprint for continuing professional development
(National Board of Professional Teaching Standard Number 10 & 11)
(DPI Portfolio Standard Number 9)