Guidance Instructional Specialist - that is my job title. The term "specialist" is overwhelming to me. I consider myself a life learner and am excited about the knowledge and experiences I gain each day. One of my duties as a GIS is to support teachers. As someone new to the job, I find myself saying that I do not have an answer for somethings, but my reply is "let me research that and get back to you". It's a great way to learn! I am fortunate to have an amazing mentor, a critical friend, and numerous support systems in place to help me!
Although I don't consider myself an expert, and I am new to my position, I do feel competent that I can get the job done. My experiences in 13 years of teaching, coaching pep and cheer, serving as department chair, supervising a staff of 7 coaches, writing grants, and being a mom have provided me with valuable experiences that have allowed me the opportunity to strengthen my communication skills, organizational skills, ability to reflect, ability to coach colleagues, to make decisions based on data and to always do what is best for kids.
Carrie- after spending so much time with you, there are a couple of things I know for sure: 1.) is that you are in this profession to serve. Serve your students, serve your staff, serve your community. 2.) you won't settle for less than your best. You take each of those "I don't know" moments and turn them into learning opportunities. Keep on keeping on!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have quite a few of the necessary components to be competent!! Pretty impressive.
ReplyDeleteI loved PHoff's comment on turning "I don't know" inot learning opportunities.
Carrie- From what I have read/know about you, you are definitely have the qualities of a competent leader. You are definitely the best way to learn is through gaining knowledge for others!
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