Another Alberta resource connection that I am sharing is the professional practice standards. I thought I would share this to provide a closer look at what we as teachers are expected to provide in our professional practice. These standards focus on identifying the professional competency requirements for the profession. Within the Teacher Quality Standards (TQS), there are six competencies that teachers must meet to hold an Alberta teaching certificate. The six competencies are: Fostering Effective Relationships, Engaging in Career-Long Learning, Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge, Establishing Inclusive Learning Environments, Applying Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Adhering to Legal Frameworks and Policies.
Specifically when we look at Applying Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit, a teacher develops and applies foundational knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit for the benefit of all students. The “Achievement of this competency is demonstrated by indicators such as: a. understanding the historical, social, economic and political implications of: • treaties and agreements with First Nations; • legislation and agreements negotiated with Métis; and • residential schools and their legacy; b. supporting student achievement by engaging in collaborative, whole school approaches to capacity building in First Nations, Métis and Inuit education; c. using the programs of study to provide opportunities for all students to develop a knowledge and understanding of, and respect for, the histories, cultures, languages, contributions, perspectives, experiences and contemporary contexts of First Nations, Métis and Inuit; and d. supporting the learning experiences of all students by using resources that accurately reflect and demonstrate the strength and diversity of First Nations, Métis and Inuit”
Further to this is the Leadership Quality Standards (LQS) and the Superintendent Leadership Quality Standard (SLQS). All three standards align together and are built on one another to further the deeper understanding and support of the competencies.
Here is the link if you would like to take a closer look at the standards and their competencies, especially in terms of the competency on Applying Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Metis and Inuit. https://www.alberta.ca/professional-practice-standards.aspx#resources