Teachers work in a complex, dynamic environment and are resourceful and flexible in meeting the demands of their profession. Teachers meet high ethical standards of practice. They also advocate not only for their students but also teacher professionalism. They collect and use data on student performance to continuously improve their teaching. They value and learn from the expertise of other educators by collaboration, observation and acceptance of support, encouragement, and advice.
Teachers continue to grow professionally.
They maintain the dignity of each student and express pride in their students' accomplishments. The Mission of the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards Commission is to ensure that every student in North Carolina Public Schools will have a knowledgeable, skilled, compassionate teacher. In order to achieve this goal, the Commission will establish and maintain rigorous standards for all teaching professionals.