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The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Improving Communication, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 5, 7 and 9. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 5: The teacher effectively utilizes student assessment techniques and procedures.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicator:
  • D. Develops a two-way system of communicating with students and families about student progress.


  • Competency 7: The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self concept.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicator:
  • G. Fosters the development of respect for individual, cultural, linguistic, disability and religious differences.


  • Competency 9: The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents and community members.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicator:
  • E. Works collaboratively and creatively with colleagues, parents and community members regarding educational matters.

The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Promoting Positive Parenting, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 2, 6 and 7. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 2: The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • D. Designs opportunities for student to apply, practice, and demonstrate knowledge and skills based on knowledge of learning modalities, style preferences, and intelligences.


  • Competency 6: The teacher manages the educational setting in a manner that promotes positive student behavior and a safe and healthy environment.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • C. Engages students in establishing expectations for building a learning community in the classroom.


  • Competency 7: The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • F. Designs opportunities that require and reinforce student responsibility for learning.

The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Enhancing Student Learning, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 1, 3 and 4. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 1: The teacher accurately demonstrates knowledge of the content area and approved curriculum.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • B. Provides clear explanations relating to lesson content and procedures in multiple ways and is aware of knowledge and preconceptions that students can bring to the subject.


  • Competency 3: The teacher communicates with and obtains feedback from students in a manner that enhances student learning and understanding.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • A. Engages students in explaining and/or demonstrating the relevance of topics and activities.


  • Competency 4: The teacher comprehends the principles of student growth, development and learning and applies them appropriately.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • B. Selects the most effective teaching techniques to address a variety of student learning levels, rates, styles and needs as well as diverse interests and backgrounds.

The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico Teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Increasing Volunteerism, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 2, 4 and 9. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 2: The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught.
    Relevant Master Teacher – Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • C. Demonstrates effective integration of a variety of resources and learning experiences into the curriculum.


  • Competency 4 : The teacher comprehends the principles of student growth, development and learning, and applies them appropriately.
    Relevant Master Teacher – Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • D. Integrates community resources, service agencies, other school personnel, parents and community members into the curriculum.


  • Competency 9: The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents and community members.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • D. Engages parents and community members productively in the work of the school.

The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico Teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Supporting Decision Making and Advocacy, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 2, 7 and 9. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 2: The teacher appropriately utilizes a variety of teaching methods and resources for each area taught. Relevant Master Teacher – Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • E. Engages with colleagues and parents to collaboratively design and implement necessary modifications and adaptations in instruction and curriculum so that students with disabilities have access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment.


  • Competency 7 : The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept. Relevant Master Teacher – Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • H. Engages students in setting high standards for performance.


  • Competency 9: The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents and community members. Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • E. Works collaboratively and creatively with colleagues, parents and community members regarding educational matters.

The New Mexico 3-Tiered Licensure System provides the framework for documenting teacher qualifications. In collaboration with the principal or designated administrator, New Mexico Teachers are required to develop and maintain Professional Development Plans (PDPs) based on nine teacher competencies and accompanying differentiated indicators for their respective level of licensure (Level I, II or III).

This module, Collaborating with the Community, addresses New Mexico Teacher Competencies 4, 7 and 9. The competencies and relevant differentiated indicators for Master Teacher – Level III are listed below. For more information and a complete listing of competencies and differentiated indicators visit www.teachnm.org.

  • Competency 4: The teacher comprehends the principles of student growth, development and learning, and applies them appropriately.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • D. Integrates community resources, service agencies, other school personnel, parents and community members into the curriculum.


  • Competency 7: The teacher recognizes student diversity and creates an atmosphere conducive to the promotion of positive student involvement and self-concept.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • C. Demonstrates an awareness of the influences of context, disability, language and culture on student learning.


  • Competency 9: The teacher works productively with colleagues, parents and community members.
    Relevant Master Teacher - Level III Differentiated Indicators:
  • B. Demonstrates knowledge of specific school, family and community resources that can support student learning.