Fostering Effective Relationships
1.) A teacher builds positive and productive relationships with students, parents/guardians, peers and others in the school and local community to support student learning.
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Achievement of this competency is demonstrated by indicators such as:
(a) acting consistently with fairness, respect and integrity;
(b) demonstrating empathy and a genuine caring for others;
(c) providing culturally appropriate and meaningful opportunities for students and for parents/guardians, as partners in education, to support student learning;
Connections with students
Connections with parents
Connections with others
The above is a letter that I received from a student. This student consulted the classroom educational assistant and another intern before handing it to me, in order to check for spelling and matters of correctness. It was a very heart-warming reminder of our meaningful relationship.
This link connects directly to the parent letter that I sent out during my first week of practicum. This letter featured a simplified biography and what I planned on covering from the Alberta Program of Studies, during my four month internship. It encouraged parents to contact me if they had any questions or concerns.
Assistant coaching basketball enabled me to further develop relationships with students, staff, and parents. I felt as thought I was actively contributing to Nicholas Sheran and to the community.