State of New Jersey Department of Education

New Jersey Professional Standards for Teachers

Standard Nine - Collaboration & Partnerships

Teachers shall build relationships with parents, guardians, families and agencies in the larger community to support students’ learning and well-being.

KNOWLEDGE
Teachers know and understand:
DISPOSITIONS
Teachers value and
are committed to:
PERFORMANCES
Teachers apply:

9.1 The importance of meaningful parent/family involvement in education in addressing the unique student needs and the perspectives to be gained from effective school/home interactions that contribute to high-quality teaching and learning;

9.2 The role of the school within the community and how to utilize diverse partnerships to contribute to student learning and development; and

9.3 How to collaborate with all stakeholders regarding decision-making and the well-being of students while respecting student/family privacy and confidentiality.

9.4 Recognizing the role of parents, guardians and other family members as a child’s primary teacher;

9.5 Being concerned about all aspects of the student’s well-being and working with parents/families to provide diverse opportunities for student success; and

9.6 Being willing to work with parents/families and other professionals to improve the overall learning environment for students.

9.7 Identify and utilize family and community resources to foster student learning and provide opportunities for parents to share skills and talents that enrich learning experiences;

9.8 Establish respectful and productive relationships and to develop cooperative partnerships with diverse families, educators and others in the community in support of student learning and well being; and

9.9 Institute parent/family involvement practices that support meaningful communication, parenting skills, enriched student learning, volunteer and decision-making opportunities at school and collaboration to strengthen the teaching and learning environment of the school.