Steiner School Teacher Teaching Professionals

The principles and values of the (Waldorf) Steiner ideology focusing on the foundations of anthroposophy, moral responsibility, creativity, social competency, and spiritual open mindedness.

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Various evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, summative and self- assessment are …

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Principles and Practices of Assessment

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The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.

The goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.

The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.

Identify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students' individual learning needs and goals.

Ensure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. …

Employ various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Use …

Evaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weaknesses. Formulate a summative statement of …

Provide additional exercises and assignments that the students will prepare at home, explain them in a clear way, and determine the deadline and evaluation method.

Support and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.

Provide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.

Present to others examples of your experience, skills, and competences that are appropriate to specific learning content to help students in their learning.

Communicate to others on devising and facilitating creative processes through the use of a range of tasks and activities appropriate to the target group.

Stimulate students to appreciate their own achievements and actions to nurture confidence and educational growth.

Encourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.

Provide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evaluate …

Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person's supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.

Perform activities with children according to their physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs by using appropriate tools and equipment that facilitate interaction and learning activities.

Inform children`s parents of the activities planned, program`s expectations and children`s individual progress.

Make sure students follow the rules and code of behaviour established in the school and take the appropriate measures in case of violation or misbehaviour.

Promote the prevention, early detection, and management of children`s problems, focusing on developmental delays and disorders, behavioural problems, functional disabilities, social stresses, mental disorders including depression, and anxiety disorders.

Manage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.

Follow up on students' learning progress and assess their achievements and needs.

Maintain discipline and engage students during instruction.

Prepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.

Work with children and young people to identify the skills and abilities they will need to become effective citizens and adults and to prepare them for independence.

Help children and young people to assess their social, emotional and identity needs and to develop a positive self image, enhance their self esteem and improve their self reliance.

Employ the (Waldorf) Steiner teaching approaches, which emphasise a balance of artistic, practical, and intellectual teaching and underline the development of social skills and spiritual values when educating students.

Instruct primary school students in the theory and practice of a variety of subjects, such as mathematics, languages, and nature studies, building the course content based on students' existing knowledge …

The teaching methods, equipment and settings used to support students with special needs in achieving succes in school or community.

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The often emotionally disruptive types of behaviour a child or adult can show, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).

The symptoms, characteristics, and treatment of diseases and disorders that often affect children, such as the measles, chickenpox, asthma, the mumps, and head lice.

The study of human behaviour, performance, and psychological development from infancy to adolescence.

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Developmental Psychology

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The importance of a clean, sanitary workspace for example through use of hand disinfectant and sanitizer, in order to minimise infection risk between colleagues or when working with children.

Recognise and describe the development, observing the following criteria: weight, length, and head size, nutritional requirements, renal function, hormonal influences on development, response to stress, and infection.

The nature and types of disabilities affecting the human beings such as physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional or developmental and the specific needs and access requirements of disabled people.

Analyse policy issues which impact on students' experience of education. Advise on the ways in which lesson plans for specific lessons can be improved in order to reach education goals, …

Set up joined and individual meetings with students' parents to discuss their child's academic progress and general well-being.

Evaluate the different aspects of development needs of children and young people.

Encourage and facilitate the development of children's natural curiosity and social and language abilities through creative and social activities such as storytelling, imaginative play, songs, drawing, and games.

Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.

Tend to children by feeding them, dressing them, and, if necessary, regularly changing their diapers in a sanitary manner.

Take students' opinions and preferences into consideration when determining learning content.

Accompany students on an educational trip outside the school environment and ensure their safety and cooperation.

Keep track of the pupils who are absent by recording their names on a list of absentees.

Communicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issues …

Identify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the …

Organise an event in which participants can express their creativity, such as putting on a dance, theatre, or talent show.

Supervise and potentially organise educational or recreational activities for the students outside of mandatory classes.

Observe students' recreational activities to ensure student safety and well-being and intervene when necessary.

Ensure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.

Observe students during instruction and identify signs of exceptionally high intelligence in a student, such as showing remarkable intellectual curiosity or showing restlessness due to boredom and or feelings of …

Incorporate the use of online learning environments and platforms into the process of instruction.

Lead, supervise or help with the assistance of indoor and outdoor recreational or educational activities after school or during school holidays.

Assist students showing great academic promise or with an unusually high IQ with their learning processes and challenges. Set up an individual learning plan catered to their needs.