1. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 1 Awareness National Board Certification Illinois NBPTS Comprehensive Support System Mary Jo Matousek, NBCT Mjmatousek716@gmail.com DuKane Institute Day February 26, 2010

2. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 2 National Board Certification in Illinois

3. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 3 Initial License J Standard License J Illinois Master Teaching Certificate * Can only be attained by successfully completing the * Can only be attained by successfully completing the National Board Certification Process 3 Tiered Illinois Licensing System

4. Illinois State University Growth of IL 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 2005 1,566 2006 1,988 2007 2,492 2008 3,191 20093,923 www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 4

5. Illinois State University Illinois NBC NBCTs 3,923 Illinois NBCTs 4 th in the Nation for New NBCTs 6 th in the Nation for Total NBCTs 1 st in the Nation for District with New NBCTs: Chicago Public Schools Candidates Almost 1,400 IL Candidates 08-09 Cycle www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 5

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7. Illinois State University Why National Board? www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 7

8. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 8 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 teacher Teachers’ daily reflective thinking

9. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 9 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.)

10. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 10 Benefits of Becoming an NBCT... Illinois Law offers: Illinois Master Teaching Certificate Illinois Master Teaching Certificate $3,000.00 annual stipend from ISBE $3,000.00 annual stipend from ISBE Opportunities to earn additional funds Opportunities to earn additional funds as a mentor/provider of professional development as a mentor/provider of professional development Through NBPTS and ACE… Through NBPTS and ACE… 9 hours of ACE graduate credit in education. 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.)

11. Illinois State University Unknown Amounts In Illinois Financial Crisis It is unknown what IL programs may be cut by the governor and legislature. If the State Budget Remains the Same— Pro-rated Stipend under $1,500 Pro-rated Stipend under $1,500 No Mentor Compensation No Mentor Compensation If the State Budget for NBC is cut to $0— No StipendNo Stipend No Mentor CompensationNo Mentor Compensation www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 11

12. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 12 What is the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards?

13. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 13 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.

14. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 14 Enhanced Architecture of Accomplished Teaching 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? Set high, worthwhile goals appropriate for these students, at this time, in this setting. Design and implement instruction designed to attain these goals. Evaluate student learning in light of the goals and the instruction. Reflect on student learning, the effectiveness of instructional design, particular concerns and issues. Set new high and worthwhile goals that are appropriate for these students at this time. Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students about their level of accomplishment of the targeted goals.

15. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 15 25 Certificates Student Age-Ranges Early Childhood 3-8 years old Middle Childhood 7-12 years old Early Adolescence 11-15 years old Young Adulthood 14-18 years old Subject Areas Linked to the Illinois Content Area Teaching Standards

16. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 16 Eligibility Requirements A Valid State Teaching License A Bachelor’s Degree Three Years Teaching Experience Currently Teaching

17. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 17 Certificates Available for 2009-2010 Early Childhood (Ages 3-8) Generalist Middle Childhood (Ages 7-12) Generalist Early and Middle Childhood (Ages 3-12) Art English as a New Language Literacy: Reading-Language Arts Music Physical Education *World Languages Other than English Early Adolescence (Ages 11-15) *Generalist English Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies-History Early Childhood Through Young Adulthood Exceptional Needs (Ages 0-21) Library-Media (Ages 3-18+) School Counseling (Ages 3-18+) Adolescence and Young Adulthood (Ages 14-18+) English Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies-History Early Adolescence Through Young Adulthood (Ages 11-18+) Art Career and Technical Education English as a New Language Health Education Music Physical Education World Languages Other than English ( German is not available this year) The following 25 certificates are currently available: *Low demand certificates will not be offered each year. Early Adolescence Through Young Adulthood (EAYA) World Languages Other than English (WLOE) for Ages 11-18+ is still available. Specialty areas German, Latin, Japanese are no longer included. Future availability of these certificates will be dictated by demand. Information on low demand certificates will be provided on the NBPTS website as it becomes available.

18. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 18 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.

19. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 19 Two Parts to the Process 1.Portfolio Process = 4 Entries 2.Assessment Center = 6 Entries Total # of Entries = 10 Entries

20. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 20 Portfolio Entries for Complete Process Four Portfolio Entries: Three classroom-based entries: –Generally, one student work analysis entry, including student work samples –Generally, two video analysis entries One entry combining family and community outreach, professional leadership/collaboration, and professional learning activities.

21. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 21 Portfolio Entries for Complete Process Library Media Portfolio Entries: Three classroom-based entries: –Instructional Collaboration –Appreciation of Literature –Intergration of Technology One entry combining family and community outreach, professional leadership/collaboration, and professional learning activities.

22. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 22 Portfolio Written Commentaries The candidate writes:  Descriptions  Analyses  Reflections The candidate includes:  Artifacts  Documentation and verification  Student Work or Videotapes

23. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 23 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

24. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 24 Library Media Assessment Center Six 30-minute exercise 1. Organizational Management 2. Ethical and Legal Tenets 3. Technologies 4. Collection Development 5. Information Literacy 6. Knowledge of Literature

25. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 25 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).

26. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 26 Banking Portfolio and Assessment Center Scores Candidates… may bank entries. have 2 years to bank entries and retake entries to achieve a score of 275 or higher.

27. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 27 2009-2012 Schedule... Candidates have up to 3 years to complete the NBPTS process….. Year 1 - Initial Entry (complete portfolio) Year 2 – May retake, if necessary Year 3 – Retake if necessary 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013

28. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 28 What Support is Available to Illinois Candidates?

29. Illinois State University Three Resources for Support 1.NBPTS Manages the National Board Assessment System. 2.NBRC at Illinois State University Processes the applications for the IL Candidate Fee Subsidy paid by ISBE. Offers website resources for candidates. 3.Voluntary NBCT-led Candidate Support NBCTs may volunteer to set up cohorts or individually mentor candidates. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 29

30. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 30 Changes in Candidate Support Due to limited funding, it is not known if there will be a statewide candidate support program. Candidates may— Contact NBCTs locally or in their certificate to see if the NBCT would volunteer to mentor. Contact administrators or NBCTs in schools or districts to see if there is a candidate support program available. Visit the NBRC at ISU website to find working agendas and handouts to support individual candidates to work through parts of the process.

31. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 31 How Do I Know If This Process is Right For Me? Go to the NBPTS web site: www.nbpts.org 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 correct development area (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 a good fit for you at this time.) For a more in-depth understanding of the process, download and review the Standards, Portfolio Instructions, and Scoring Guide.

32. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 32 What Do I Do Next? 1.Review the standards and requirements. Go to www.nbpts.org www.nbpts.org 2.Make the commitment. 3.Familiarize yourself with your state and local application requirements at the NBRC at ISU website. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnbptswww.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnbpts 4.Identify financial resources.

33. Illinois State University Limited State Funding Due to limited funding, the Illinois State Board of Education will support 500 candidates. Continue to visit the NBRC at ISU website to see information about the spring 2010 window for the Illinois Candidate Fee Subsidy. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 33

34. Illinois State University 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. Applied to NBPTS and paid the $65 first. Completed application with all requested information completed and accurate. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 34

35. Illinois State University 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. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 35

36. Illinois State University How to Apply for State Funding 1.Apply to NBPTS and pay the $65. (Do NOT pay the $500 non-refundable fee.) 2.Then go to the NBRC at ISU website to print the application for the Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy. 3.Complete the Illinois application accurately, completely, and legibly. 4.Fax the completed Illinois NBPTS Candidate Fee Subsidy Application to the NBRC at ISU. www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 36

37. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 37 NBPTS Resources Website www.nbpts.orgwww.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

38. Illinois State University www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnpbts 38 Illinois Resources NBRC at ISU website www.coe.ilstu.edu/ilnbpts ISBE website www.isbe.net/profprep/nbpts.htm