Awareness: National Board Certification

1.  Awareness: National Board Certification Illinois NBPTS Comprehensive Support System NBCT Presenter: Location: Date: http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

2. What is the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards? http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

3. Five Core Propositions Teachers are committed to students and their learning. Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning. Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience. Teachers are members of learning communities. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

4. Set new high and worthwhile goals that are appropriate for thesestudents at this time. • START HERE: • ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS • Who are they? • Where are they now? • What do they need and • when do they need it? • Where should I begin? Enhanced Architecture of Accomplished Teaching Reflect on student learning, the effectiveness of instructional design, particular concerns and issues. Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students about their level of accomplishment of the targeted goals. Set high, worthwhile goals appropriate for these students, at this time, in this setting. Evaluate student learning in light of the goals and the instruction. Design and implement instruction designed to attain these goals. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

5. 25 Certificates Are Offered Student Age-Ranges Early Childhood 3-8 years old (EC) MiddleChildhood 7-12 years old (MC) Early Adolescence 11-15 years old (EA) Young Adulthood 14-18 years old School Counseling/Early Childhood through Young Adulthood Subject Areas Linked to the Illinois Content Area Teaching Standards http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

6. Two Parts to the Process Portfolio Process = 4 Entries Assessment Center = 6 Test Exercises Total # of Entries = 10 Areas http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

7. What Does the Portfolio Encompass? Four Portfolio Entries: Three classroom-based entries: Generally, one student work analysis entry, including student work samples. Generally, two video analysis entries. Share your professional achievements, professional leadership/collaboration and professional learning activities. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

8. Portfolio Written Commentaries The candidate writes: Descriptions Analyses Reflections The candidate includes: Artifacts Documentation and verification Student Work or Videotapes http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

9. Assessment Center* Six 30-minute exercises Multi-part question prompts Focus on certificate area content Held at regional sites* *See NBPTS website for locations and times http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

10. Scoring Four-point rubric. Scorers are all recognized practicing teachers in the certificate-area. Scoring takes place in the summer. Bias, validity and reliability checks are in place (has higher reliability rates than AP exam). http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

11. Why National Board? http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

12. NBC is More Than Just Recognition Teachers demonstrate that they meet high and rigorous teaching standards. Our profession benefits from every achievement: Developing a common language of accomplished teaching Identifying accomplished teachers Raising the public’s perception of educators The five core propositions are becoming embedded in: Teacher preparation programs Continuing professional development for teachers Teacher daily reflective thinking http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

13. Benefits of Just Completing the NBPTS Process... Enhances reflective/analytical thinking about instructional practice and its impact on student learning. Fulfills continuing professional development requirements for certificate renewal for five years. Some universities offer graduate credit for candidates going through the process. May earn 3 hours of graduate credit from ACE (American Council on Education) and NBPTS. (Credits must be accepted by an accredited university in order to count towards an advanced degree or by a school district for salary lane movement.) http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

14. Benefits of Becoming an NBCT... Illinois Law offers: Illinois Master Teaching Certificate. Fulfills continuing professional development requirements for 10 years. Through NBPTS and ACE… 9 hours of ACE graduate credit in education. Credits must be accepted by an accredited university in order to count towards an advanced degree or by a school district for salary lane movement.) http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

15. Eligibility Requirements A Valid Illinois Teaching License A Bachelor’s Degree Three Years Teaching Experience Currently Teaching or can borrow a classroom http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

16. What if I don’t achieve on my first attempt? Candidates… may bank entries. have 2 additional years to bank and retake entries to achieve a score of 275 or higher. You do NOT have to repeat the entire process. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

17. Schedule of the Process Once a candidate has made initial payment to NBPTS, the candidate can complete the portfolio and assessment center exercises in any order, as long as the deadlines for portfolio submission and the assessment center are met. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

18. 2011-2015 Schedule... 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 Year 1 - Initial Entry (complete portfolio) Year 3 – Retake if necessary Year 2 – May retake, if necessary Candidates have up to 3 years to complete the NBPTS process….. This year’s NBPTS cycle runs from March 31, 2012 – March 31, 2013. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

19. National Board Certification in Illinois http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

20. Growth of ILLINOIS NBCTs YEAR# NBCTs 1994 4 1995 7 1996 11 1997 17 1998 37 1999 90 2000 188 2001 352 2002 575 2003 829 2004 1,240 1,566 1,988 2007 2,492 2008 3,191 2009 3,923 2010 4,692 2011 5,153 http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

21. 3 Tiered Illinois Licensing System Initial License Standard License Illinois Master Teaching Certificate* *Can only be attained by successfully completing the National Board Certification Process Note: ISBE will be making significant rule changes to the Illinois Licensing System when the implementation of Public Act 097-0607 becomes effective. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

22. What Support is Available to Illinois Candidates? http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

23. Three Resources for Support NBPTS Manages the National Board Assessment System. 2. NBRC at Illinois State University Processes the applications for the IL Candidate Fee Subsidy. Offers website resources for candidates. Manages candidate support (current). Provides cohort candidate support, virtual candidate support to pre-selected candidates, and Regional Coordinators to oversee and manage regions. (current) Voluntary NBCT-led Candidate Support NBCTs may volunteer to set up cohorts or individually mentor candidates. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

24. Additional Candidate Support Some districts have contractual stipends for NBCTs.  In those districts the emphasis may be on the district support.  NBCTs can recruit candidates from these districts and work with administrators to set up candidate support cohorts or individual NBCT mentoring.  Visit the NBRC website for administrator resources. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu/list_services/NBCT_Admins.htm Individual NBCTs may recruit and commit to support one or two candidates. Individual NBCTs may recruit teachers in a grade level or department. Groups of NBCTs in a school or district may collaborate to recruit and support groups of candidates in the school or district. Some NBCTs may reach out of their school or district to recruit and support teachers. Some ROEs have a history of supporting regional candidates. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

25. How Do I Know If This Process is Right For Me? Go to the NBPTS web site: www.nbpts.org. Click on “For Candidates.” Then click on the link that says “Certificate Areas.” Scroll down and select the subject area (or generalist) and the developmental level (early childhood, middle childhood etc.) that matches your teaching assignment. Then download and review the “Assessment at a Glance.” Highlight every place where you “see” your practice. Decide whether or not this process will be a good fit for you. For a more in-depth understanding of the process, download and review the Standards, Portfolio Instructions and Scoring Guide. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

26. What Do I Do Next? Review the standards and requirements. Go to www.nbpts.org. Make the commitment. Familiarize yourself with your state and local application requirements at the NBRC at ISU website. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu Identify financial resources. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

27. Eligible for State Funding Teach in an Illinois public school. Have a valid and current IL initial or standard teaching license or Type 73 counseling license. Be a U.S. citizen or have up-to-date paperwork. Apply to NBPTS and pay the $65 first. Complete the application with accurate information. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

28. Priority for State Funding In the event there are more applications than available funding, the state will prioritize applications on a first come, first serve basis and for teachers who meet one of these qualifications: Completed the NBPTS Take One! process. Teach in an AEWS School. Teach in a AWS School. Teach in a school with 50% or more students on free or reduced lunch. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

29. How to Apply for State Funding The 2012 Window for the Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy will open February 15, 2012 for a limited number of First-Time Illinois Candidates! Details about the Application Process February 15, 2012 at 10:00 AM - May 15, 2012 at 4:30 PM Step 1:  Register at NBPTS and pay the $65 registration fee online at www.nbpts.org. (DO NOT PAY THE $500 NON-REFUNDABLE FEE.) Step 2:  Apply online at www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edufor the Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy. Step 3:  Once your name is on the Approved List, return to the NBPTS site and pay the non-refundable $500 by May 30, 2012. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

30. Available Links Available Links at 10:00 AM on February 15, 2012 Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy Application will be ONLINE!  Helpful Hints to help candidates complete the online Illinois Candidate Fee Subsidy Application. Common Errors Document to help candidates complete the online Illinois Candidate Fee Subsidy Application accurately. Approved List for the Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy:Names of candidates who are approved to receive the $2,000 Illinois Candidate Fee Subsidy will be added to the Approved List daily.  Once candidates see their names on the Approved List, they should return to NBPTS and pay the $500 by May 30, 2012. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

31. Application Resources Application Resources for  the Online Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy Application School Status Reports   Academic Warning and Early Warning Lists (2011) 50% Reduced-Priced Lunch Program Schools(2011) NBPTS Teaching Certificate Abbreviation Illinois Teaching Certificates Eligible for Approval School RCDT Codes Illinois Electronic Certification System (ECS)--Find your Teaching Certificate Number. http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

32. NBPTS Resources Website www.nbpts.org Logistical Information Standards and Portfolios Support Materials Guide to National Board Certification Q & A: What every teacher should know Standards Portfolio Directions Assessment Descriptions Scoring Guide http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

33. Illinois Resources NBRC at ISU website http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu ISBE website www.isbe.net/profprep/nbpts.htm http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu

34. TAKE ONE! If you are not ready for the whole NBPTS process, you can participate in TAKE ONE! For more information go to the NBRC website at http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu/ Or the NBPTS website at www.nbpts.org http://www.nbrc.illinoisstate.edu