Uphold professional ethics and adhere to legal requirements related to teaching, such as confidentiality, fairness in grading, and mandatory reporting of child abuse or neglect.

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

- **Lesson Planning**
- **Classroom Management**
- **Instruction Delivery**
- **Assessment and Evaluation**
- **Individualized Instruction**
- **Curriculum Development**
- **Professional Development**
- **Student Engagement**
- **Communication with Parents/Guardians**
- **Classroom Environment Maintenance**
- **Student Mentorship**
- **Adaptation to Educational Technologies**
- **Cultural Competence**
- **Collaboration with Colleagues**
- **Student Well-being and Safety**
- **Ethical and Legal Responsibility**
- **Documentation and Record Keeping**
- **Support for Extracurricular Activities**
- **Continuous Improvement**

Responsibilities of Teacher/Instructor

Maintain a structured and positive learning environment by setting clear rules and expectations, managing student behavior, and fostering a respectful classroom culture.

Classroom Management

Identify and address the unique learning needs of each student by offering differentiated instruction, additional support, and personalized learning plans to ensure all students achieve success.

Individualized Instruction

Participate in the development and revision of curriculum content, ensuring it is current, relevant, and meets the needs of students and educational standards.

Curriculum Development

Engage in continuous learning through professional development opportunities, such as workshops, conferences, and further education, to stay current with teaching methods, subject knowledge, and educational technology.

Professional Development

Maintain regular communication with parents or guardians about student progress, behavior, and any concerns. Participate in parent-teacher conferences and collaborate with parents to support student learning.

Communication with Parents/Guardians

Integrate and effectively use educational technologies, such as learning management systems, digital tools, and online resources, to enhance instruction and student learning experiences.

Adaptation to Educational Technologies

Recognize and respect the diverse cultural backgrounds of students. Incorporate culturally relevant materials and practices into the curriculum and create an inclusive environment where all students feel valued.

Cultural Competence of Students

Work collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and support staff to plan, implement, and assess instructional strategies. Participate in team meetings, contribute to shared resources, and support school-wide initiatives.

Collaboration of Teachers/Instructors with Colleagues

Ethical and Legal Responsibility of Teachers/Instructors

Reflect on teaching practices, seek feedback from students and colleagues, and implement changes to improve instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.

Teachers/Instructors Continuous Improvement

Effectively deliver instructional content using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, hands-on activities, and multimedia resources, to accommodate diverse learning styles.

Instruction Delivery

Classroom environment maintenance involves creating and sustaining a safe, clean, and organized physical learning space. This process ensures that educational materials and physical resources are readily available and accessible to all students to optimize learning outcomes.

Classroom Environment Maintenance

The teaching responsibility that involves designing, administering, and grading assessments—such as quizzes, tests, assignments, and projects—to evaluate student understanding and progress, as well as providing constructive feedback to guide student improvement.

Assessment and Evaluation in Teaching

Lesson planning is the process of developing and organizing detailed lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and learning objectives. This activity includes selecting appropriate materials, designing instructional activities, and setting specific learning goals for each session.

Lesson Planning

A teacher's responsibility to cultivate a dynamic and engaging classroom environment by encouraging student participation, curiosity, and critical thinking. This involves using interactive and creative teaching strategies to motivate students.

Fostering Student Engagement

Monitoring and supporting student well-being involves ensuring the emotional, social, and physical safety of students. It requires teachers to be attentive to signs of distress or abuse and to take appropriate action according to school policies.

Monitoring Student Well-being and Safety

Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to students, helping them set and achieve academic and personal goals. Offer advice on study habits, time management, and future educational or career paths.

Student Mentorship

Teachers and instructors maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student attendance, grades, and any incidents or interventions, ensuring all documentation complies with school policies and applicable regulations.

Teachers/Instructors Documentation and Record Keeping

A teaching responsibility that involves participating in and supporting extracurricular activities—such as clubs, sports teams, or school events—to give students opportunities for growth, skill-building, and social development beyond the classroom.

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