reflections on domain III

The purpose of this assignment is to provide personal reflections on two Domain III Competencies to assess progress toward mastery of the competencies associated with administrative leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Candidates will:

·         Analyze and evaluate your progress toward mastery of the SBEC Domain III competencies for Administrative Leadership

Performance Outcomes

Candidates will be able to:

·         Write a reflective paper assessing progress toward mastery in the two competencies for administrative leadership.

Assignment Due Date: Discussion Postings are due on the fourth day and all other Week 4 assignments are due by 11:59 p.m. on the seventh day of Week 4.

Rubric: Week 4, Reflections on Domain III

Use the following Rubric to guide your work on the Week 4 Assignments.

EDLD 5398 Week 4 Tasks	Accomplished/ Exceeds Standards 3	Proficient/ Meets Standards 2	Needs Improvement/ Approaches Standards 1	Unacceptable/ Does Not Meet Standards 0
Part 1 Reflections on Domain III Competencies 8-9	Candidate was able to clearly describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 2 competencies with relevant examples to support the self-assessment (35 points)	Candidate was able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 2 competencies with examples to support the self-assessment  (28 points)	Candidate was able to somewhat describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 2 competencies but did not provide examples to support the self-assessment (24 points)	Candidate was not able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 2 competencies  (0 points)

Week 4: Reflections on Domain III, Competencies 8-9
Due Week 4

Directions:

1. Complete the assignment. Begin with a review your internship summary reports with reflections and describe the degree of mastery you believe you currently have in regard to the two competencies for administrative leadership (competencies 8-9).  Cite examples of experiences that support your assessment.  Reflections on each competency should be approximately one-half page.

2. Upload the document into the course.

3. Then load the document to Tk20 in the 5398 course binder. Data from student work in the internship is required by the State and accreditation agencies.  Tk20 is the system Lamar University and many other universities use for this purpose.  Keep in mind that all work stored in Tk20 is available for each student to use if you want to create a personal, professional electronic portfolio.

Competency 008

      The principal knows how to apply principles of effective leadership and management in relation to campus budgeting, personnel, resource utilization, financial management and technology use.

A perfect example of this competency would be using my now 4 student assistants. They are all part time coming out of our campus rec budget. They can only work 19.5 hours per week and usually do not work that much. I have had to sit down and make almost concrete schedules for them adjusting the hours from week to week depending on the events we have going on. We are on a tight budget and I had to give them fair hours without going over budget. I was involved with in the hiring process of 2 of our newest student assistants. I conducted an interview as well as the new hire orientation training for our department. This was a great experience that I will be a part of from now on. It is crucial to use your man power wisely while staying in budget and giving staff a fair amount of working hours.

I also worked with our entire department budget throughout the past year. Budget transfers as well as creating a ledger were tasks I was charged with. Usually at the end of our fiscal year is when we do most of our spending, it is spent largely on promotional items such as shirts and other giveaways. They are not cheap so we must plan and spend accordingly. Our college uses the BANNER system for our budgets, so I became very familiar with that system. We finished on budget and received a budge increase for this year!

I know I have not yet mastered this area but my knowledge and skills have skyrocketed with this internship experience. More experience and time spent working with our budget will increase my mastery points. This part of my job will never go away from this point on so I know I will master this area soon.

Competency 009

     The principal knows how to apply principles of leadership and management to the campus physical plant and support systems to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.

This is a very broad competency in my opinion. My example of this competency comes in the form of my work in campus rec. I manage a student staff as well as serve as the assistant director of campus rec. My leadership skills have been boosted throughout this internship process. I now consider myself a leader to my staff and my department. I am seen as an authority figure, a boss in some respect. I hold regular meetings with my staff and give evaluations, evaluations are also give to me.

Within campus rec I have risen to a firm leadership position by organizing various events that are taking campus rec to the next level. We have done a few community service acts such as the Komen Race for the Cure as well as held breast cancer awareness events at the college. It is hard to not act like a student when you work with students but I have done it. I have learned to step up and out of the student role and into the role of a leader and manager. While I am still making this adjustment I am worlds ahead from where I started just one year ago.

I believe my mastery of this competency to be very high. While I do not know if someone can truly master the task of leadership they can come very close. I was a mere student just a year ago, but now I can honestly say I am a leader now. The leader in me has been brought out and is ready to continue learning, leading, and growing. 

Reflections on Domain I

Week 3, Part 1 Assignment: Reflections on Domain I
Competencies 1-3
Overview

The purpose of the Part 1 assignment is to provide personal reflections on Domain I Competencies 1-3 to assess progress toward mastery of the competencies associated with school community leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Candidates will:

·         Analyze and evaluate your progress toward mastery of the SBEC Domain I  competencies for School Community Leadership

Performance Outcomes

Candidates will be able to:

·         Write a reflective paper assessing progress toward mastery in the three competencies for school community leadership.

Assignment Due Date: Discussion Postings are due on the fourth day and all other Week 3 assignments are due by 11:59 p.m. on the seventh day of Week 3.

Rubric: Week 3, Reflections on Domain I
Use the following Rubric to guide your work on the Week 3 Assignments.

EDLD 5398 Week 3 Tasks	Accomplished/ Exceeds Standards	Proficient/ Meets Standards	Needs Improvement/ Approaches Standards	Unacceptable/ Does Not Meet Standards
Part 1:  Reflections on Domain I Competencies 1-3	Candidate was able to clearly describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 3 competencies with relevant examples to support the self-assessment (35 points)	Candidate was able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 3 competencies with examples to support the self-assessment (28 points)	Candidate was able to somewhat describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 3 competencies but did not provide examples to support the self-assessment (24 points)	Candidate was not able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 3 competencies  (0 points)

Week 3 Assignment: Reflections on Domain I, Competencies 1-3
Due Week 3

Directions:

1. Complete the assignment. Begin with a review your internship summary reports with reflections and describe the degree of mastery you believe you currently have in regard to the three competencies for school community leadership (competencies 1-3).  Cite examples of experiences that support your assessment.  Reflections on each competency should be approximately one-half page.

2. Upload the document into the course.

3. Then load the document to Tk20 in the 5398 course binder. Data from student work in the internship is required by the State and accreditation agencies.  Tk20 is the system Lamar University and many other universities use for this purpose.  Keep in mind that all work stored in Tk20 is available for each student to use if you want to create a personal, professional electronic portfolio.

Domain I- School Community Leadership

Competency - 001

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO SHAPE CAMPUS CULTURE BY FACILITATING THE DEVELOPMENT, ARTICULATION, IMPLEMENTATION AND STEWARDSHIP OF A VISION OF LEARNING THAT IS SHARED AND SUPPORTED BY THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY.

Throughout this internship I as well as my colleagues have had the same shared vision of keeping physical education alive at San Jacinto College. We have attended nearly every new student orientation session trying to reach all new, incoming freshmen and introduce them to physical education and its benefits. During these orientations we see other colleagues from our college, they all seem to support our vision, that of keeping physical education in the core curriculum. I have worked alongside our technology department to create a department Facebook page as well as further develop our PE space on the main college website. Our department has monthly meetings to discuss our future and where we see each other in the future as well as our physical education department.

Within our community we are promoting physical education, PHED, classes to high school seniors and freshmen. I have attended several career expos and fairs at local high schools promoting PE and the college to their students.

I believe my mastery level with competency 1 to be very high. I know what it is to have a shared vision as well as work to achieve that vision. My work in the college as well as community is evolving into something that I am proud of and wish to continue.

Competency – 002

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO COMMUNICATE AND COLLABORATE WITH ALL MEMBERS OF THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY, RESPOND TO DIVERSE INTERESTS AND NEEDS AND MOBILIZE RESOURCES TO PROMOTE STUDENT SUCCESS.

This internship process has allowed me to gain a better understanding of group collaboration, not just among my colleagues, but students in general. Without students we would not have a job. Students are full of ideas and I am listening to them more than ever. Students in every PE class are given surveys to give us an estimate of how many of them would take a physical education class if it was not required. I calculate and report the data in our department meetings. So far the majority of students said they would continue to take physical education even if it were not required.

I am learning how to truly collaborate with my colleagues in a more professional approach. It is one thing to be someone’s friend, but it is another thing to work together to accomplish a goal or idea. I have worked with our maintenance department as well as construction managers on setting up outdoor fields as well as simple building maintenance requests. Through these group collaboration tasks we are in the works of being granted a new outdoor sport court complex as well as additional storage rooms and a possible golf cart. Without this collaboration none of this would be possible. I have broken out of my shell and am becoming the professional leader I must be in order to succeed.

I believe my mastery in competency 2 to be quite high. I came in with a very low competency and was simply a student. Now, upon completion and graduation I have achieved my goal and am the young professional I want to be.

Competency – 003

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO ACT WITH INTEGRITY, FAIRNESS AND IN AN ETHICAL AND LEGAL MANNER.

Ethical and legal principals are a must in the professional world. Some may say that physical education is an easy “A” but that is far from the truth. I have students coming to me constantly asking to make up classes or re-take their tests. Some situations may call for second chances but most do not. It has been hard to say “no”, but it must be done to abide by department and college policies regarding class attendance grading.

In dealing with Campus Rec I have students from everywhere, even nonstudents, wanting to participate. Only Central students who are currently enrolled may participate in our program. I have had several problems with nonstudents and students who attend other SJC campuses wanting to play. While sometimes it feels wrong to say no, I must say no, you cannot participate. Allowing them participate in our program leaves the door open to liability issues through the roof. Fights or injuries of those non students or non central students could cost me my job as well as cost the college in huge legal fees. It is very important that we scan and check each participant in our program to make sure only our central students are active; it is fair and the right thing to do.

We were hosting a Dodgeball event and I wanted to show the Dodgeball movie during the games. I was not allowed to show the film, though I was upset at the time I learned a valuable lesson through that. We cannot show any copyrighted film without purchasing the rights to use that presentation. While it may cost around $300 to purchase the film rights it would cost the college much more if we were ever sued for copyright infringement.

I believe my mastery in competency 3 to be high as well. I am a person who wants and tries my best to do the right thing and make the right/fair judgment call. Working with college students can be challenging but you can learn so much in just a short period of time!

Reflections on Domain II

Week 3, Part 2:  Reflections on Domain II Competencies 4-7
Overview

The purpose of the Part 2 assignment is to provide personal reflections on Domain II Competencies 4-7 to assess progress toward mastery of the competencies associated with instructional leadership.

Learning Outcomes

Candidates will:

·         Analyze and evaluate your progress toward mastery of the SBEC Domain II competencies for Instructional Leadership

Performance Outcomes

Candidates will be able to:

·         Write a reflective paper assessing progress toward mastery in the four competencies for instructional leadership.

Assignment Due Date: Discussion Postings are due on the fourth day and all other Week 3 assignments are due by 11:59 p.m. on the seventh day of Week 3.

Rubric: Week 3, Reflections on Domain II
Use the following Rubric to guide your work on the Week 3 Assignments.

EDLD 5398 Week 3 Tasks	Accomplished/ Exceeds Standards	Proficient/ Meets Standards	Needs Improvement/ Approaches Standards	Unacceptable/ Does Not Meet Standards
Part 2:  Reflections on Domain I I Competencies 4-7	Candidate was able to clearly describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 4 competencies with relevant examples to support the self-assessment. (35 points)	Candidate was able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 4 competencies with examples to support the self-assessment  (28 points)	Candidate was able to somewhat describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 4 competencies but did not provide examples to support the self-assessment. (24 points)	Candidate was not able to describe the degree of mastery toward each of the 4 competencies.  (0 points)

Week 3 Assignment: Reflections on Domain II Competencies 4-7
Due Week 3

Directions:

1. Complete the assignment. Begin with a review your internship summary reports with reflections and describe the degree of mastery you believe you currently have in regard to the four competencies for instructional leadership (competencies 4-7).  Cite examples of experiences that support your assessment.  Reflections on each competency should be approximately one-half page.

2. Upload the document into the course.

3. Then load the document to Tk20 in the 5398 course binder. Data from student work in the internship is required by the State and accreditation agencies.  Tk20 is the system Lamar University and many other universities use for this purpose.  Keep in mind that all work stored in Tk20 is available for each student to use if you want to create a personal, professional electronic portfolio.

Domain II- Instructional Leadership

Competency 004

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO FACILITATE THE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF CURRICULA AND STRATEGIC PLANS THAT ENHANCE TEACHING AND LEARNING; ENSURE ALIGNMENT OF CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, RESOURCES AND ASSESSMENT; AND PROMOTE THE USE OF VARIED ASSESSMENTS TO MEASURE STUDENT PERFORMANCE.

During my internship I had the privilege of being involved with the creation of a 100% online first aid and golf class design. I worked extensively with my boss and site supervisor throughout this process. Also involved were many hours working and talking with our Blackboard and technology designers. We did not want to copy another college’s course or use the “canned” course supplied from American Red Cross. We built and designed this course from the ground up with content we wanted. We did the Red Cross test bank since we do follow their textbook. This 100% first aid class was rolled out this fall 2013 and so far so good. Students are doing well and there has been little issues or problems come from it. Assessment and attendance were issues with the creation of this golf class, how can someone take golf online and do it honestly? We have four assessments students will take online to test their golf knowledge, their attendance will be tracked by either signing in at our San Jac Golf Course or scanning and emailing the instructor a score card and receipt each week with proof that the player has played 18 holes of golf that week. The golf course will be unveiled fall 2014. It is ready to roll as we speak.

We wanted to introduce new PHED classes such as indoor soccer and personal training but to do so involved creating a new course and having it approved by the board; this process is lengthy so it is on hold at the moment.

My mastery of this competency is very high. I have worked alongside many great mentors who have taught me about course creation and how to do it. My next goal is to become certified to teach an online class through the college, to do this I must take an 8 week online class called Academic, which the college offers.

Competency 005

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO ADVOCATE, NURTURE AND SUSTAIN AN

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM AND A CAMPUS CULTURE THAT ARE CONDUCIVE

TO STUDENT LEARNING AND STAFF PROFESSIONAL GROWTH.

I and my physical education department are dedicated to student success. PE is different than other academics and we want our students to get the most out of it. Each class is different and so is each instructor. With the classes I was given to teach during my internship I have learned a wealth of information in what to do, what not to do, and still need thought on. Students teach you something each meeting, positive and negative. I am fair and growing in my professionalism each day.

Our professional development opportunities are wide at the college. Our PE department has monthly meetings in which we report new ideas, concepts, and events to our colleagues. Each of us is given a charge such as teaching the group about new Blackboard changes or new technology trends. This allows each department member to learn something new from their colleagues. After the meeting I did stay and discuss more or show instructors how to use the concepts discussed further.

The college offers many professional development courses such as cultural diversity and special education workshops. Many of these workshops are mandatory but not all. I have attended various trainings to further my growth and development as a young professional. I also attend workshops and conferences around the nation through our NIRSA, national rec sports association.

My mastery of competency 5 is growing. I love my students and need to be more firm in dealing with certain situations. I will continue my professional development work so I can grow into the leader I need to be.

Competency 007

THE PRINCIPAL KNOWS HOW TO APPLY ORGANIZATIONAL, DECISION-MAKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS TO ENSURE AN EFFECTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT.

Before, during, and after my internship I have and will continue to manage a group of student employees. They do tasks such as set up fields/equipment, staff open gym, and check in students to events. It has been a great way to learn how to manage a staff, from being to firm or loose I have experienced it all. I think I am just about where I need to be in being the professional managing the student staff. I have had to learn how to be more firm in my decisions and hold students accountable when mistakes occur.

My job is/was full of problem solving and thinking in your feet situations. From making quick decisions on what to do for inclement weather, sign up meetings, and confrontations, I have been able to rise to the occasion and stand my ground. I am sometimes indecisive but those days are beginning to leave as I grow up into this professional model. I hope that by my actions my student assistants can learn about becoming a professional and the responsibilities it takes. I have changed so much from last spring 2013, I hope they see that growth and aspire to follow my lead.

I feel like I have nearly mastered competency 7 in the organization leader, manager, and problem solver. I still have more practice to go, but I am much closer to truly understanding what it is to be a leader and manager. I am an authority figure and must use that role in a way of learning and respect towards others.