Rationale: I have included this artifact, Parent Interview, under Standard One, Learner Development because this interview was used to gain knowledge on what milestones toddlers/young children should be achieving. Standard One states that the teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social,
emotional, and physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging
learning experiences. This letter allowed me to better understand the milestones children are supposed to be achieving at a certain age. 

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1. What does this artifact represent about me as a teacher? 

This artifact represents I am committed to my students and their well-being. I want to know their strengths and struggles so I can support them not just in my classroom, but also when they leave it. 

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2. How does this artifact reflect my personal growth and strengths as a teacher? 

This artifact signifies that I have effective communication skills. I have the ability to articulate the child's progress, areas of improvement, and strategies. It also signifies that I am empathetic and understanding. I am able to listen to their concerns, empathize with their perspective, and address their questions or worries.

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3. What skills do I want to improve in relationship to this standard? 

Some skills I want to improve in regards to this standard include differentiated instruction, metacognitive strategies, and cultural responsiveness. I want to develop my ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests, and learning styles of my students. I also strive to foster the development of metacognitive skills in my students by teaching them how to plan, monitor, and evaluate their own learning. Lastly, I strive to create a culturally responsive learning environment where students' diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are recognized, respected, and integrated into the curriculum.