Title: Define professional practice.
Course: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow I (19151-I) > Section: Applying Professional Teaching Techniques

Definition should include

- dispositional attitudes, values, and beliefs
- appropriate relationships and boundaries between teachers and students
- appropriate attire/appearance
- professional behavior (e.g., punctuality, attendance)
- professional communication
- adherence to school policies
- preparation
- standards of the profession.

Teacher Resources:

- Critical Dispositions outlined in the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) Model Core Teaching Standards and Learning Progression for Teachers (https://ccsso.org/sites/default/files/2017-12/2013_INTASC_Learning_Progressions_for_Teachers.pdf)
- Virginia Standards for the Professional Practice of Teachers (https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching/performance_evaluation/teacher/index.shtml)

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why is it important for a teacher to exhibit professional behavior?
- What are examples of professional behavior?

Communication

- Why is it important for teachers to model professional communication?
- What role does listening play in professional communication?

Leadership

- Why are teachers considered leaders in the community?

Management

- What resources are available for teachers to learn the standards of the profession?
- What consequences may result if a teacher does not follow professional standards?