Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Registered Teacher Criteria


Registered Teacher Criteria
Criteria
How does the criteria link with the evidence?
Evidence
1. Establish and maintain effective professional relationships focused on the learning and well-being of all akonga.  
·      My focus is on building a safe environment for teachers to develop their science skills

Leadership Course in Dunedin
 2. Demonstrate commitment to promoting the well-being of all akonga. 
·      Leadership plan for 2016 has student outcomes as top priority
STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
 3. Demonstrate commitment to bicultural partnership in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Science in relation to the land and culture of NZ Working with scientists
 4. Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional learning and development of personal professional practice.
By engaging in this programme, I am committed to my own ongoing learning of science, and skills in leadership.
·      STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
5. Show leadership that contributes to effective teaching and learning.
The leadership course will identify the skills that I need to work on, which in turn will make me a more effective leader.
·      Attending the leadership course in Dunedin.
·      Communicating with management to implement phase 2 of the STLP
·      Working with Paul from JPC to enhance science between the two schools.
6. Conceptualise, plan and implement an appropriate learning programme.
I have developed a science development programme for teachers that will allow them to learn and engage with science in achievable chunks. Teachers will the have confidence to teach their classes.
STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
7. Promote a collaborative, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
This is both for teachers and students.
Tasks will be organised so that teachers have to work collaboratively. This same ethos will then be able to be used with students.
STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
8. Demonstrate in practice their knowledge and understanding of how akonga learn.
Discussions about the best way students learn.
Networking with other teachers at other schools.
Using the combined knowledge of STLP participants and facilitators.
Curriculum Days in Wellington and Auckland.
STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
9. Respond effectively to the diverse language and cultural experiences, and the varied strengths, interests and needs of individuals and groups of akonga.
I am wanting children to see me as a learner. I want to allow children an easy way to follow my journey as they showed an interest in what I was going to do whilst I am away from school.
·      Set up blog so that children can see what I am learning.
10. Work effectively within the bicultural context of Aotearoa New Zealand.
11. Analyse and appropriately use assessment information, which has been gathered formally and informally.
We have researched student outcomes in science and have identified that there is a need to improve in this area – hence my being on the STLP programme.
STLP (Science Teaching Leadership Programme)
12. Use critical inquiry and problem-solving effectively in their professional practice.
I am continually using research of effective practices, observing others, working alongside scientists, attending curriculum and leadership days, and networking with others to reflect on my own practices both in the classroom and as a leader.
·      STLP – ongoing inquiry into my own practice (classroom and leadership)
·      Readings – research into effective practice

Sunday, April 26, 2015

Science Teaching Leadership Programme 2015/2016



30.7.15


Science Blog: 

http://stlpscience.blogspot.co.nz/


School newsletter 29.4.15

We received the exciting news last week that Brigit Nieuwboer (Room 1) has been offered a place on the newly developed Science Teaching Leadership Programme.
‘This newly developed Programme supports the Government’s strategic direction for Science and Society by providing opportunities for teachers of science for years 1 – 10 to develop leadership skills and enhance the teaching of science within school communities’
Brigit will be on leave during Term 3 and 4. A Science teacher from JPC has also been offered a position on this prestigious programme, so JPC and St Mary’s will be working together, to improve Junior Science learning within the two communities.
I am sure you will join me in congratulating Brigit on this fantastic opportunity that has been offered to her and I know the school will gain much from Brigit being on this Leadership Programme.

Science Teaching Leadership Programme 2015/2016


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Jenn Corbitt Jenn.Corbitt@royalsociety.org.nz

22 Apr (5 days ago)
to wim.nmeprincipalJohn
Hi Brigit and David

The selection process for the Science Teaching Leadership Programme (STLP) has been completed.  As a result, the Royal Society of New Zealand is very pleased to offer your school and nominated teacher a place on the Science Teaching Leadership Programme beginning term 3 and 4 2015. 

As you are aware, there are two phases to the Programme – a placement for the nominated teacher in a science organization for terms 3 and 4 2015, following by 12 – 18 months science development in your school during 2016 and early 2017.

A copy of the letter of offer will be sent to the school and nominated teacher this week.   Please find attached a generic copy of this letter for your information.

Before you make the decision as to whether you accept this offer or not, can you please reread the attached STLP guidelines so you are clear about the Programme’s objectives and the professional and personal commitment you are making.  
Below you will find a return form.  Please fill out and return as soon as you can once you have made your decision. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jenn or I at the Royal Society of New Zealand (“the Society”)


Kind regards
Jenn Corbitt


RSNZ Contact details for the Science Teaching Leadership Programme
Jenn Corbitt DDI: 04 470 5751 E:  Jenn.Corbitt@royalsociety.org.nz
John Auty DDI: 04 470 5763 E:  John.Auty@royalsociety.org.nz

Return Form:  Please complete and forward this by email to John Auty atjohn.auty@royalsociety.org.nz.  DDI 04 470 5763
__________________________________________________________________________________________________

I, the nominated teacher, accept/decline a place on the Science Teaching Leadership Programme and I understand and accept the terms and conditions.

Name of nominated teacher
Best contact phone number
Best email address

I, the Principal or HOD Science, accept/decline  a place on the Science Teaching Leadership Programme and I understand and accept the terms of conditions.

Name of school:
Name of Principal or HOD Science




Jenn Corbitt Project Manager - Teacher Fellowship /Science Teaching Leadership Programmes
DDI: +64 4 470 5751
11 Turnbull Street, Thorndon | PO Box 598, Wellington 6140, New Zealand
www.royalsociety.org.nz

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Friday, May 30, 2014

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