Apprentices will be required to accomplish certain competencies before they move to Job-Embedded (teacher of record). Working with each of UTK's partnering districts, these competencies reflect the essential skills of an effective teacher. The OTJLC are based on the TEAM, Tiger, and Coach observation tools, ProCADs, InTASK, and CAEP Standards.
The OTJLC are broken down into 4 categories:
Professionalism
Environment
Planning
Instruction
Each category has two sections:
1) Required Duties - assessed with "Met" or "Not Met"
2) Acquired Competencies- assessed similarly to TEAM/Tiger/Coach. Below is a general description of these assessment rubrics
Deficiency in competency tasks which may be due to insufficient or undeveloped skills, or lack of knowledge. Consistently fails to meet all or most significant competency expectations. Quality is unsatisfactory, deadlines are not met, or other areas of performance need immediate improvement. Efforts to improve are unsuccessful.
Meets most requirements of the position although there are times when improvement is necessary.
Demonstrates a solid level of satisfactory performance on a consistent basis. Accepts responsibility for performing job functions as a competent, productive, and valued member of the team. Completes job competencies at expected levels for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. Exhibits a thorough understanding of responsibilities and a proficient level of knowledge required by the position. Works well with others and demonstrates behaviors consistent with the school.
Performs all core job duties at an extraordinary level and demonstrates consistent mastery in all aspects of duties and responsibilities. Accepts a high level of responsibility for their own performance and routinely demonstrates an exceptional commitment to service
Click on the links below to see what OTJLC are required in Year 1, 2, and throughout the program.