The disposition to teach has been identified as the most influential quality of highly effective educators. Dispositions are the values, commitments, and professional ethics that influence behaviors toward students, families, colleagues, and communities and affect student learning, motivation, and development as well as the educator’s own professional growth.

Part 1: Dispositions Self-Assessment Survey

Complete the “Dispositions Self-Assessment Survey.” For each of the dispositions, check the corresponding box on the survey to rank how you currently value the disposition on a scale from Strongly Agree to Strongly Disagree.

Part 2: Video Submission

Based on your understanding of your own dispositions, respond to the following questions in a 3-5 minute video submission:

1. What dispositions do you possess that make you a successful teacher?
2. What dispositions do you need to work on to grow as an educator?
3. What are the expectations of a professional in the field of education and how will you uphold these expectations?

Show professionalism in your speech and appearance.

Use an online video platform such as Loom, YouTube, or Vimeo to upload your completed video. Be sure that others can access and view your linked video prior to submitting.

Copy and paste your video link onto your completed Dispositions Self-Assessment Survey.

Part 3: Path to Certification

Write a 250 word statement regarding the steps and requirements for early childhood and special education teacher certification in your state. Include this statement on the page below your video link on your completed Dispositions Self-Assessment Survey.