Professionalism

=**Professional Responsibilities** = As technology becomes more prevalent in an ever-changing society, working with teachers, students, and parents is of the utmost importance. This increased interaction will necessitate that you embrace and practice the following professional responsibilities while working in the educational technology field.
 *  Reflecting on Teaching
 *  Maintaining Accurate Records
 *  Communicating with Families
 *  Participating in a Professional Community
 *  Growing and Developing Professionally
 *  Showing Professionalism

As I mentioned in a previous section of my portfolio, it is a substantial part of my job responsibility to provide professional development to teachers and administrators in my school district. I present multiple workshops each summer for teachers that attend sessions in exchange for days off during the school year. This particular summer I will be offering classes on Web 2.0 in the Secondary Classroom and Getting to Know Google. Professional Staff Development Booklet has been provided for your perusal.

One of the major benefits of technology is the ability to communicate more easily with others. As a former classroom teacher, I was appreciative that the Internet provided me with a simple way to keep parents in the loop. It was a terrific way to keep them apprised of what their children were doing in school. It also closed loopholes for students and parents because there was little excuse for either of them not to be informed about what was happening or due for class. Additionally, it yielded an opportunity for me to display the professionalism and proficiency with which I conducted my class to the community. My West Shore School District web page now allows me to communicate and provide professional guidance to the teachers and administrators in the district in my current role as a technology integrator. Visit my district home page by clicking on the link below.

 West Shore School District Home Page

In an effort to show my competence in maintaining accurate records and showing professionalism, I have included my most recent evaluation.



Perhaps one of the most important attributes of a technology professional is being a life-long learner. This requires that you participate in professional communities that engage you in the reflection upon your teaching, as well as, demand your growth and development professionally. My participation in multiple learning networks and attendance at a multitude of conferences is evidence of my professional pursuit of knowledge.  I have established multiple learning networks via Twitter, Nings, and Facebook. These venues allow me to share and learn from other educators around the world.  I have also attended and presented at the following conferences in an attempt to develop and shape an understanding of the instructional technology landscape:  Classroom 2.0, PETE&C, PSU 1 to 1, Google Certified Teacher Training, and ISTE.