3.2

//Reflection on AASL Standard 3.2: Instructional partner //
During the course of ISTC 601, we discussed many practical aspects of library center administration and weaving oneself into the fabric of the school community was emphasized. The instructor provided many examples of techniques she used and I have implemented many of them into my program. Membership on the School Improvement Team was something I successfully sought. I am the school Volunteer Coordinator and a member of the Community Engagement Committee. One of my main responsibilities on this committee is to conduct the school’s Multicultural Day. I have written- and won! - two grants to bring in performers for that special day. To strengthen further my ties with other staff, I have recently assumed duties as the school webmaster. This position enables me to be aware of all upcoming events and coordinate with all members of the staff. These points of additional contact have given me additional opportunities to know the staff and enhanced their confidence in my abilities. I believe this has made them more comfortable in discussing other matters with me. The focus of our efforts is, of course, the instructional plan provided to our students. The various case studies we examined during ISTC 667 helped me understand the various challenges we face as we plan for collaborative instruction. I continue to pursue collaboration with teachers, particularly in the functional areas of mathematics and reading. The Maryland Voluntary State Curriculum provides many opportunities to support instruction and recognizes the need for students to have learning supported across the disciplines. This year I will propose a “word of the day” program where each day the entire staff will emphasize the use of one vocabulary word during the day. I have discussed this idea with various teachers and they have been enthusiastic about the concept. I have learned that successful collaboration does not have to be elaborate but does require consistency and trust between partners; I will continue to work to build that trust.

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