In Section 1: Management, you learned about the importance of reflective practice for program staff. Providing staff members an opportunity to identify their strengths and opportunities for improvement - rather than telling them how to improve - is an effective way to promote professional development and improve program quality. Establishing an open and reflective culture will encourage staff growth and retention.
Directions: Before completing this tool, revisit the previous tool on developing as an afterschool and expanded learning professional (Tool 25). Review how you rated yourself. Now, in the center column, read the list of qualities relating to staff effectiveness. Think about your strengths for each quality and list them in the column on the left. Now reflect on the areas of growth for each quality and list them in the column on the right.