Employability Skills Self Assessment & Reflection

Paraeducator Practicums

In addition to specific job-related training, NWTC has identified Employability Skills that are transferable and
go beyond the context of a specific course. This will help you reflect on your actions, responsibilities, and
behavior that is important to prepare you to enter the workforce.
You will be scored on how well you reflect on your performance of the Employability Skills on how well you
understand what behaviors indicate the Employability Skills, and the examples you provide of your
performance.
Under each of the seven Employability Skills is a bulleted list of behaviors and characteristics to assess student
achievement in each of the Employability Skills. Indicate with a Yes or N.O. if you have shown evidence of
each behavior. Then use the following point scale to rate the your performance on each of the seven
Employability Skills:
2 All or most of the components of this core ability are being performed
1 Some of the components of this core ability are being performed
0 None of the components of this core ability are being performed

Student Name ___Hannah Reed___________________________________________________________ Practicum # __1________

Cooperating Teacher Signature ___Sam Watermolen_________________________________________
Employability
Skill
Communicate
effectively

Date __May 9, 2016_____

Evidence of Performance of the Employability Skills

Communicates to cooperating teacher the NWTC Paraeducators Programs expectations of practicum

student performance. Offers answers, ideas, and comments to problems and questions posed in class or
discussions.
Uses Standard English in all communications (email, phone, discussions, assignments and at practicum
site).
Asks relevant questions and engages in reflective discussion with cooperating teacher about students,
classroom routines, activities and teaching duties.
Uses active listening skills with students, parents, and staff at practicum site.
Uses appropriate verbal and non-verbal techniques to communicate effectively with students at practicum
site.
Asks for clarification and communicates concerns with cooperating teacher.
Is friendly and confident in communicating with families and staff at practicum site.
Offers answers, ideas, and comments to problems and questions posed in class or discussions.
Written work is completed according to expectations for the course and conveys thoughts, ideas and
information clearly.
Reflect on what this Employability Skill means to you and give examples of how you have communicated
effectively:
I try to do whatever I can do to help, it is such a new place setting for me in life that I have a lot to learn.

Yes

N.O.

2
2
2
1
2
2
1
1
2
Points earned
0

Think
critically and
creatively

Solve
problems
effectively

Applies basic child development principles to work at practicum site.

Sensitive in choosing appropriate times to observe and record, and to participate and help in classroom
activities.
Able to adjust environment, activities, teaching strategies and responses to meet the needs, abilities and
interests of the students.
Able to brainstorm with cooperating teacher regarding teaching strategies, classroom duties and student
issues.
Performance in the classroom demonstrates understanding and application best practices in education.
Takes risks in attempting activities with students and in front of adults.
Able to observe children objectively and make interpretations that are accurate and based on knowledge of
development and of the child.
Reflect on what this Employability Skill means to you and give examples of how you think critically and
creatively:
I should help brainstorm more than I did and throw out more ideas for learning.

1
2

1
1
1
2
1
1
Points earned

Attends to problem situations as they occur and avoids procrastination.

Uses various resources when solving problems.
Uses cooperating teacher and/or instructor to relate problem or dilemma and seek solutions.
Asks questions when necessary and does not dwell on one problem for too long.
Uses journals and/or communication with instructor to relay problem or dilemma.
Uses resources provided in class to help learn about typical problems or dilemmas in the field.
Reflect on what this Employability Skill means to you and give examples of how you have solved problems
effectively:

2
1
2
1
2
Points earned
0

0
Did not have a lot in this subject with problems did not get to really challenge this

Work
cooperatively
and
professionally

Works well as part of a team with cooperating teacher and other staff at practicum site; ready to perform
specific daily duties such as preparing, presenting, or cleaning up after eating, activities, or play.
Adheres to School and District Policies.
Maintains confidentiality in and out of classroom.
Consults with cooperating teacher in planning the activities and work assigned by NWTC instructor.
Is prepared, organized and carries out activities and tasks as planned.
Is considerate of program and staff in making decisions regarding utilization of resources at practicum site;
plans projects, assignments and activities to minimize waste at practicum site.
Reflect on what this Employability Skill means to you and give examples of how you have worked
cooperatively and professionally:

2
2
2
1
2
1
Points earned
0

I feel like this is a stronger subject for me, I am always willing to give a helping hand and further my
knowledge in the classroom.

Value
individual
differences
and abilities

Is courteous and respectful to students.

Is courteous and respectful to adults (cooperating teacher, other staff, and families).
Is non-judgmental and values self and others.
Demonstrates empathy, respect and honesty.
Encourages, values and appreciates ALL viewpoints (including those of students, families and staff at
practicum site).
Employs culturally sensitive language and nonverbal communication appropriate for the setting.
Reflect on what this Employability Skill means to you and give examples of how you have valued individual
differences and abilities:

2
2
2
2
2
2
Points earned
0

I am very understanding and respecting of others it is something I work on a daily basis.

Demonstrate
personal
accountability

Demonstrate
community
and global
accountability

Comes to practicum site prepared (notebook, activities, materials required, etc.).

Arrives to every practicum on time and stays the whole time and comes back from breaks on time.
Follows directions given by cooperating teacher and completes assigned tasks as requested.
Shows initiative at practicum site.
Adheres to cooperating teachers schedule and helps to keep schedule on track as expected.
Gives advanced notice of missing practicum for unavoidable situations.
Adheres to school policy rules and regulations regarding dress, conduct, and communication at practicum
site.
Utilizes approprate skills necessary for working with students.
Completes all assigned tasks in class and outside of class.
Turns in completed assignments on time to instructor as required online or face to face.
Completes all observations and assignment tasks as instructed as scheduled.
Demonstrates self awareness in class and practicum site and is able to recognize and adjust own behavior if
it becomes disruptive (e.g. cell phone use, non-class related computer use, excessive side conversations,
comments or discussion not related to class topic, etc.).
Reflect on what this core ability means to you and give examples of how you have demonstrated personal
accountability:
I have tried jumping into situations that have been new to me and be positive, but could have taken more
initiative in other classrooms.

2
2
2
1
2
2
2

2
2

Employs culturally sensitive language and nonverbal communication appropriate for work setting.
Expresses sensitivity towards and respect for the complex range of people including abilities, ethnicity,
gender, social class, religion, nationality, and age.
Considerate of the world view of staff and families in practicum site and the larger community.
Is a positive representative of NWTC and the Instructional Assistant program.
Reflect on what this core ability means to you and give examples of how you have demonstrated community

2
2
2
2
2

Points earned
0

2
2
Points earned

and global accountability:

I try to be optimistc about all situations andAQ considerate in all settings.

0
Total points

Self-Score

Instructor Score

Self assessment and Reflection includes student name, practicum number and class number
and

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

Self assessment and Reflection was submitted on time.

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

Self assessment and Reflection shows understanding of the importance of the Employability
Skills.
Self assessment and Reflection includes thoughtful, appropriate examples of behaviors that
illustrate each of the Employability Skills.
Self assessment is submitted electronically and scoring guide is included and self score is
completed.
Total Points and Comments if necessary:

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

No 0 Yes 1 2

________/10

________/10

_____/ 14

Scoring Standard
You must achieve a rating of at least 1 on each criterion to demonstrate competence.
Rating Scale
No (0): Learner did not meet requirement. Criterion is missing, incorrect or incomplete
Yes (1): Learner met criterion adequately
Ex (2): Excellence-Learner exceeded requirements of criterion with high level of thought and meaningful reflection
Scoring Guide Criteria