1. Aotearoa/New Zealand A Bi-cultural Classroom.

2. To gain full registration PRTs must participate in an Induction and Mentoring programme supervised by a fully registered mentor and meet the requirements of the Registered Teacher Criteria. This module will assist the PRT and mentor teacher to develop the Induction and mentoring programme to ensure the PRTs needs are met regarding the Registered Teacher Criteria. You will continue to develop your understanding of the RTC, the evidence you need to gather and how to use the RTC to develop professional learning goals.

3. What do you know about RTC? Tick the statements that are true All teachers, including experienced teachers renewing their practicing certificate, may be asked to provide evidence of meeting the RTC (true) If I started as a PRT in 2010 then I don’t have to use the RTC for my registration (false “ The RTC will be used by all teachers who are working to gain full registration… in 2012”) All PRTs wishing to gain full registration must meet the RTC (true) RTC apply to teachers in all sectors – early childhood, primary & secondary (true) RTC do not differ to the old criteria they replace (false RTC are more explicit regarding bicultural learning settings, greater emphasis on critical reflection & a clearer connection to teaching practice.

4. What are the Registered Teacher Criteria? Drag & drop The RTC have been developed by the NZTC with the profession as a description of the essential professional knowledge in practice, professional relationships and professional values required for successful teaching. They are the test for “satisfactory” recent teaching experience (ED Act 1989) for registration, therefore affirming competence (hurdle for teachers to jump). They are the criteria to guide professional learning of teachers (compass to point direction for teacher professional learning ) RTC are relatively new, (2010) therefore mentor teachers and school leaders may be finding their way around them. Have you been involved in school-based professional development around the RTC? y/n Are you a mentor teacher? y/n Schools have been issued with copies of the RTC pic They are also available on-line at the TC website link

5. Structure of the Registered Teacher Criteria The Code of Ethics for Registered Teachers (2003) is the overarching statement of professional values & commitments to the teaching profession. Complete the hierarchy of the RTC Code of ethics Registered teacher Criteria Overarching statements Professional dimensions Criteria Indicators for each criterion Reflective questions Evidence guide

6. The TC website has a section on RTC which includes many useful resources which we will explore in this module. Refer to the RTC handbook and sort the components (Drop & drag ) 4 overarching statements 2 professional dimensions

7. The TC website has a section on RTC which includes many useful resources which we will explore in this module. Refer to the RTC handbook and sort the components (Drop & drag ) 2 professional dimensions 12 criteria

8. Getting to know the criteria and key indicators Use the criteria from the RTC handbook to complete this matching activity drop and drag Chn – 6 indicators from criteria 1-3 (see separate sheet ) criteria 1, 2 and 3 ) Criteria 1 establish & maintain effective professional relationships focused on the learning and wellbeing of all akonga Criteria 2 demonstrate commitment to promoting the well being of all akonga Criteria 3 demonstrate commitment to bi cultural partnership in Aotearoa/ New Zealand

9. Getting to know the criteria and key indicators continued drop and drag Chn – 5 indicators from criteria 4 &5 (see separate sheet ) criteria ( 4 &5 ) Criteria 4 demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional learning & development of professional practice Criteria 5 show leadership that contributes to effective teaching & learning

10. Getting to know the criteria and key indicators continued drop and drag Chn – 8 indicators from 6-8(see separate sheet ) criteria ( 6-8) Criteria 6 conceptualise, plan & implement an appropriate learning programme Criteria 7 promote a collaborative inclusive & supportive learning environment Criteria 8 demonstrate in practice their knowledge & understanding of how akonga learn.

11. Getting to know the criteria and key indicators continued drop and drag Chn – 8 indicators from 11 & 12 (see separate sheet ) criteria ( 11 & 12 ) Criteria 11 analyse and appropriately use information which has been gathered formally & informally Criteria 12 use critical inquiry and problem-solving effectively in their professional practice

12. Getting to know the criteria and key indicators continued drop and drag Chn – 5 indicators from 9 & 10 see separate sheet ) criteria ( 9 & 10 ) Criteria 9 respond effectively to the diverse language & cultural experiences & the varied strengths interests and needs of individuals and groups of akonga Criteria 10 work effectively within the bicultural context of Aotearoa /NZ

13. What sort of evidence should I be gathering? Refer to Page 5 RTC handbook tick the evidence you are already keeping Possible sources of evidence include OBSERVATION Formal observation of teaching or aspects of teaching & next steps discussed with the teacher which is documented Discussion includes follow up to observations Appraisal meetings Structured mentoring discussions Critical self reflections Documentation Reflective journals of teaching practice Records of planning for teaching & learning Assessment records including reflective analysis of learner’s assessment information Appraisal records Records of professional development Write in any other sources of evidence you have

14. What sort of evidence should I be gathering? The TC website also has a “ Draft Evidence Guide” You can use this link to get to it or use this pdf Use the Draft Evidence Guide and page 5 RTC to determine any sources of evidence you don’t currently use but may use in the future Record here

15. Recording your evidence It is useful to RECORD the many places you store your evidence so that you can easily locate it if you need to gather it together. You can develop your own evidence tracking system or use this one modified from the Teachers’ Council website. Primary Secondary

16. RTC and your practice Use the criteria & the key indicators from the RTC to identify - your current strengths and the criteria around which you will make professional learning goals list 12 criteria drop down strength need to work on dk

17. RTC and your practice Choose 2 criteria from your “to work” on list to develop goals & an action plan Criteria drop down Write your goal write action plan how write evidence you achieve the goal wlll gather to show achieved goal & met criteria Criteria drop down Write your goal write action plan how write evidence you achieve the goal wlll gather to show achieved goal & met criteria

18. RTC summary PRTs must meet the requirements of the Registered Teacher Criteria to gain full registration. During this module you developed your understanding of the RTC, the evidence you need to gather& you have a plan for professional learning related to the criteria that are your current priorities. Continue to use the tools to gather evidence, reflect on your progress against the criteria & modify your priorities.