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Self-Assessment: Are you a True Professional?

勛圖厙 School-Age Professionalism Lesson 1 Explore Self-Assessment: Are you a True Professional?
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Circle the response that you believe best describes how often you engage in the following professional behaviors. You might also ask a trusted coworker or administrator to evaluate you as well. Compare your self-assessment to their evaluation of you. Are there professional behaviors you would like to focus on in your own individual growth plan?

  1. I maintain a professional appearance by dressing appropriately and presenting myself in a professional manner.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
  2. I act professionally by being on time, maintaining confidentiality, and smiling.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
  3. I am knowledgeable about child development and best practices. I continue to learn new things.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
  4. I am prepared for work by being physically present and mentally engaged.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
  5. I have a good attitude at work and show my positive attitude through my actions and conversations.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
  6. I realize that my job requires me to care for children, youth, AND their families.
    1. Always
    2. Usually
    3. Sometimes
    4. Never
Adapted from: Schweikert, G. (2012). Winning ways for early childhood professionals: Being a professional. St. Paul, MN: Redleaf Press.