Portrait of a Collaborator Projects Fall 22 by Tammy Gruer

Portrait of a Collaborator Projects Fall 22 by Tammy Gruer https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22 en-us 2022-08-09 21:57:18 UTC 2024-03-31 09:36:38 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Shakinghands.png Please enter your Link for your Portrait of a Collaborator Project here. tsgruer https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2257714306 Click the + at the bottom of the screen and click the paperclip to enter your link.

We will do partner presentations Everyone will have a few minutes in class to share the following:

Reflections on this project
What you have learned about yourself?
How it will affect your plans to collaborate with teachers in the future?
Who is your audience?
How will you use this in your program?

]]> 2022-08-09 21:58:34 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2257714306 Meghan Black https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2270835817 -I used Canva to make my infographic. I already knew that I am task-orientated and like to finish tasks, but I did not realize how much I like to be in control. This is something that I have to be cognizant of when collaborating with teachers.
-My coworkers are my audience. Many of my coworkers want information as short and sweet as possible.
-I will send this in the weekly instructional updates that are emailed out, as well as post flyers in the staff workrooms. ]]> 2022-08-25 02:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2270835817 Sarah Baldwin https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2275567274 I used Canva to create my infographic. I plan to use this during grade level PLT meetings to aid in my presentation. I was surprised by how accurate the Jung Typology test actually was for me. It stated that ESFJ's are conscientious helpers, sensitive to the needs of others and energetically dedicated to their responsibilities. This description could not describe me more. I love helping and I hope that the teachers will see how much I want to be involved and will take advantage of my willingness! ]]> 2022-08-30 02:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2275567274 Shawn Brooks https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2276121073

I used Canva to create my video.

I already knew this information about myself as we took the same tests in 650 but it was interesting to see how I use these traits in my daily life.

I love being a helper and a people pleaser so I think that I will be able to collaborate with the different grade levels very well.

My audience is my coworkers

I will be able to use this video in our beginning of year weekly highlights that are sent out to staff.

]]> 2022-08-30 11:56:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2276121073 https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2276916557 Reflections: I feel that this is a good way of getting my name and face out there for the teachers that have yet to meet me. It might also be good for the parents, if they see this hanging around and understand that I am trying to collaborate with the teachers.

Learned about self: I feel like i did not really learn much about myself that I didn't already know. I have taken plenty of personality tests over the years and they stay pretty consistent. I am glad that my typology says I am almost built for this position.

Collaboration Affectation: I feel if the teachers don't already know I am ready and willing to work with them to reinforce their classroom teaching, this pamphlet should swing them my way.

Audience: The audience is the teaching staff at the school I am in

Use in program: I am not quite sure. I have already made plans to work with teachers and show them what I can do to help. I am in the process of lining up a guest speaker, and working on lesson plans based on what the students are learning in class. If the teachers don't know that I want to collaborate, I do not think they want to!]]> 2022-08-30 23:42:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2276916557 Heidi Duty hgduty https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281140199 -I used Piktochart to create this infographic.
-Much of what I learned from these tests was not really a surprise as I've taken numerous tests like these over the course of my career. But, a refresher is always nice to help me reflect on why I am the way that I am, and how I might be able to improve on some of my weaknesses. I know that I achievement-driven which is why I end up working so hard (and sometimes burning myself out). I have been told that I am very empathetic and a great listener (e.g., You would make a great counselor!) but never really gave it much thought.
-My audience is for school staff, primarily teachers.
-Since the infographic is quite large, I might consider hanging this in the work room or lounge as a visual reminder that I am there and willing to help/collaborate. I would also email this out to teachers at the beginning of the school year to remind them that I am looking forward to collaborating with them. ]]> 2022-09-02 20:06:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281140199 Dawn Shirk deshirk https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281693160 2022-09-03 23:35:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281693160 Jennifer St. Clair https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281699225 Reflections--My previous life was spent in marketing. The hardest thing to market is myself! This was definitely a stretch, but I found viewing it from how I can be helpful to teachers rather than marketing myself made it easier to tackle!

What I learned about myself--I learned that I have not changed. Every year for 8 years when I worked for the Chamber of Commerce, I participated in a Myers Briggs personality test and workshop. The outcome never changed and still hasn't! I am entirely an introvert and fall so close to the line for sensing, thinking and judging that I really could go either way.

How will it affect plans--Two things I know about myself: I get bored easily and I tend to take on more than I should. I think getting bored easily might be a good thing because it will motivate me to find more/new ways to collaborate with teachers. Taking on more than I should is a problem, though. It's only been one week for me at this job and I already feel like I'm drowning and being asked to help/participate in all the things.

Who is my audience--The teachers at my elementary school. Mainly the upper grades, especially as I get my feet wet.

How will I use this--I am 100% sending this out on Tuesday to the entire staff! I've already had several very positive conversations with teachers about collaborating, so I am excited that they are very open to the idea!]]> 2022-09-04 00:01:59 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2281699225 Madelyn Hughes https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283474422 I am on a fully-flexed schedule this year, and with laptop deployment, I haven't gotten the opportunity to say more than a passing "hello!" to some of our new staff, families, and volunteers. This will be a great thing to include in my email signature and school website to introduce myself to future collaborators from all different stakeholder groups in our community, not just teachers! Sometimes when I do outreach to other organizations and people see "School Library Media Coordinator" in my signature, people outside the county do not always realize that my role is equivalent to that of the school librarian so this will be a great explainer! ]]> 2022-09-05 21:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283474422 Mandy Peters https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283477864 I learned I am a helper who wants to collaborate, problem solve, and partner with the staff and students in my building. I will print this poster and hang several in the library and teacher lounge area.

I am taking over a role that was pretty traditional in years past with little collaboration and partnering with teachers. I hope this poster will spur some collaboration with my colleagues. My hope is that after a few collaborations, others will hop on board as well.

https://www.canva.com/design/DAFLZGUVR5A/p0emc3k7ZXwAbK9HRDMY0Q/view?utm_content=DAFLZGUVR5A&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink]]> 2022-09-05 21:52:53 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283477864 Tomi Black https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283533402

I used a new-to-me tool, Animaker. I loved it! It was very similar to Powtoons, but I found it much more user friendly. It was as if Canva (my true love) decided to try their hand at animation. There were plenty of options with the free version, but there more advanced features are definitely there if you want to pay!

I learned a lot about the type of collaborator I want to be that also fits my personality style. I am an ENFP. The E was not a surprise, but I definitely think I have developed the N,F, and P with age! I am much more aware of my impulsiveness and am able to slow down to allow myself some think time. I want to continue to grow in these areas to become a more effective collaborator.

I love this quick intro to what I can provide for teachers! I love that it's editable and is directly linked to my Bookings document (which syncs with my work email/calendar)!

My audience are the staff of my K-8 school of arts.

I most definitely plan to share this quick video with my staff, along with the direct link to book me! As my role evolves, I plan to edit and update it to keep it current with the needs of my stakeholders!

]]> 2022-09-05 23:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2283533402 Jessica Kimrey https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2284994165 I used Canva to create my Portrait of a Collaborator infographic. My audience for this infographic is the staff at Jordan-Matthews High School where I am employed as the librarian. I hope to include this in some meetings with our staff to help introduce myself as the new librarian and to help get our school staff to utilize our library and myself.

There weren't many things that were surprising about the results of the personality tests. I've taken the Jung Typology Test before and my results have been pretty consistent over the years with that test. The descriptors of my personality type are very spot on and I feel that I relate to my personality type pretty well. I pride myself on being efficient and reliable in all facets of my life, but that can also lead me to taking on too many tasks or having an attitude of "just let me do it".

I hope that this Portrait of Collaborator will help the staff at JMHS understand my personality traits that may help them and understand what I can offer them.

]]> 2022-09-06 16:45:16 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2284994165 https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285240076 I really enjoyed this! It made me think about my roles and what was inside and outside of my comfort zone. This is made for my school, both teachers and students. I will send this out the beginning of next quarter as a reminder of what I can do for and with them.
My Jung type is INFJ...which was spot on! It makes me reflect a bit more on what I am doing in class.]]> 2022-09-06 19:21:49 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285240076 Heather Larkin hvlarkin https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285290250

Reflections on this project

I went way outside my comfort zone and tested the buncee software that one of the samples used. It was fun and had some cute graphics to use but it felt limiting because I wasn't experienced with it. I may dig deeper as it seems like it could be fun to use.

What you have learned about yourself?

I have taken the Jung test previously and I can change between an INFJ and INSJ easily. It's always interesting though to see the different explanations and traits that are associated with each. I found another site that listed the INFJ as "An Advocate." I think all great teachers and librarians must be an advocate so I was happy with that.

How it will affect your plans to collaborate with teachers in the future?

I will definitely take the personality insight into mind when collaborating. Knowing that I tend to get overwhelmed and take criticism personally may limit my dive in a little at first while I get settled into the role as librarian.

Who is your audience?

elementary school teachers and staff

How will you use this in your program?

I will use it via email or printed out and available for teachers and staff to know how I can work with them to ensure student success.

]]> 2022-09-06 20:05:21 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285290250 The Case of the Missing Collaborator jmtherrien1 https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285661448 I had fun doing this project. First of all, I learned how to use Powtoon. I really didn't have much experience with it in the past. The second thing I learned is that I learned how to plan out my work. I talk about in the video about how time management is one of my weaknesses and I am learning that writing a script and a plan, really helps when it comes to making a video. It is imperative, as a librarian, that I know how to manage my time because so many demands it. I often offer my services to teachers, but I am trying to cultivate relationships where I work together with teachers instead of just doing things for them. I honestly plan on starting with another teacher who is working on her administration degree because it is only natural for her to learn to collaborate since there may be times she has to work together with others. My audience is teachers. I could even use this video to help the staff learn about Powtoon in case they need PD. Lastly, I plan on using this experience to help students learn how to use Powtoon and how to collaborate.]]> 2022-09-07 02:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2285661448 Wisty Holleman https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2286381679 https://youtu.be/rYeDOuOMMP0]]> 2022-09-07 13:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2286381679 Megan Watson https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2287134060 I used Buncee to create my infographic. I had never used Buncee before, it was fairly easy but the preview is not saving correctly on Padlet.

I have taken the Jung Typology test many times, however, this time my results were different. I usually am INFJ and this time I was an INTJ. I was rated no preference over a feeling or thinker.

I plan to share this infographic with my staff when I return from leave in November. I feel like a lot of teachers don't know what I do so it will be nice for them to see/know that I am more than willing and want them to ask me for help and collaborate.

https://app.edu.buncee.com/buncee/cf01cb6e41f4451ca150cfb61ccfdc50 ]]> 2022-09-07 21:00:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2287134060 echawthorne https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2287167876 2022-09-07 21:47:55 UTC https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2287167876 Sarah Conner scconner https://padlet.com/tsgruer/portraitofacollaboratorFaLL22/wish/2287172964

I really enjoyed this project! Honestly, it was pretty crazy how spot on the personality test results were! Some of the small details described in the ESFJ description were scary accurate!

I have learned that I am an ESFJ who enjoys working hard, accomplishing challenges, and hosting opportunities with others!

I think this is a clear way to show teachers how much I truly do want to collaborate and work with them!

My audience is the staff at my elementary school.

I plan to put this on my school website and my Canvas page as a little "getting to know me" for others to read and learn more!

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