1. Professional Development of Teachers Lilian Katz, PhD http://ceep.crc.uiuc.edu/pubs/katz- dev-stages.html http://ceep.crc.uiuc.edu/pubs/katz- dev-stages.html

2. STAGE I Survival

3. Characteristics Feelings of inadequacy and self doubt Feelings of overwhelming responsibility Strong need for acceptance

4. Needs Assurance that what they are feeling and experiencing is not unusual or wrong Specific, detailed, ongoing information about mechanics of the job they are expected to do Feedback from colleagues and administrators Assurance that they can, and will, survive

5. Appropriate Methods for Professional Development On-site training (in classroom) Trainer must be constantly and readily available Network with teachers teaching same age children Observe in another classroom Read very practical books Attend workshops on areas of concern Attend professional meeting to begin to identify with others in the same field

6. STAGE II CONSOLIDATION

7. Characteristics Feeling that he/she will “make it” Has more realistic expectations of children and interested in learning about their development Focus is on individual children and methods of classroom management

8. Needs Continued feedback and reassurance from administration Encouragement or empowerment to solve own problems Information about individual differences in children and behavior management techniques

9. Appropriate Methods for Professional Development Network with other teachers Observe other teachers working with children Read about specific problems Attend workshops by specialists dealing with particular concerns of teachers Attend professional meetings to exchange information and ideas

10. STAGE III RENEWAL

11. Characteristics Some job boredom, lack of enthusiasm Begins asking questions about new developments in the field Secure and self- confident

12. Needs Feedback and recognition from administrators Opportunities which encourage their growth as professionals Opportunities to function as team leaders and mentors for beginning teachers Exposure to innovation

13. Appropriate Methods for Professional Development Network to share ideas Visit classrooms to evaluate one’s self in relation to others Participate in organizational meetings, committees, regional and national conferences Present at local conferences and meetings Read for new ideas (journals, etc.)

14. STAGE IV MATURITY

15. Characteristics Views self as a committed professional Still learning about new ideas and developing skills, but is also involved in helping others develop skills Interest and involvement in advocacy emerges/matures

16. Needs Professional opportunities in the field Forum for sharing knowledge and expertise

17. Appropriate Methods for Professional Development Read widely Present at regional and national conferences Write articles for newsletters/periodicals Advocate on behalf of the profession

18. STAGE V INFLUENTIAL

19. Characteristics Years of experience in multiple roles Self-directed and comfortable with leadership and authority “Movers and Shakers” in our field

20. Needs Involvement at state and national level Opportunities to network and be an advocate

21. DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES STAGE IV MATURITY STAGE III RENEWAL STAGE II CONSOLIDATION STAGE I SURVIVAL Seminars, institutes, courses, degree programs, books, journals, conferences. Conferences, professional associations, journals, magazines, films, visits to demonstrational projects On-site assistance, access to specialists, colleague advice, consultants On-site support and technical assistance 0 1 Yr. 2 Yr. 3 Yr. 4 Yr. 5 Yr. TRAINING NEEDS STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING NEEDS OF PRESCHOOL TEACHERS