Required Application Materials
Bethel Public Schools
District Teacher of the Year Application Information
Bethel Public School Teachers who have been selected as their Building Teacher of the Year and wish to move forward in the process to be considered as Bethel's applicant for the Connecticut Teacher of the Year should submit the following materials to the Assistant Superintendent's Office.
Educational History and Professional Learning Activities
Beginning with the most recent, list colleges and universities attended, including postgraduate studies. Indicate degrees earned and dates of attendance.
Beginning with the most recent, list teaching employment history, including dates, grade levels, and subject areas.
Beginning with the most recent, list professional association memberships, including information regarding offices held and other relevant activities.
Beginning with the most recent, list professional learning activities you have designed, facilitated, or presented.
Beginning with the most recent, list awards and other recognition of your teaching.
2. Philosophy of Teaching (maximum 500 words)
Reflect on your teaching journey and how you’ve grown as a teaching professional. Describe how your approach to teaching has evolved and the impact this has had on students.
3. Professional Practice (maximum 500 words)
In what ways do you provide learning opportunities for all students of diverse backgrounds and abilities? How have such learning opportunities influenced and supported your students in their growth?