Nurturing Teacher Leadership

The Chicago Teachers Union Quest Center’s Nurturing Teacher Leadership (NTL) program offers a small supportive group setting in which National Board Certification (NBC) candidates work collaboratively and are mentored by National Board Certified Teachers. We read, study and discuss literature and research on current issues and concepts in education, applying our new or refined insights to our teac

hing practice. Our focus is on developing, improving, and validating teaching, thereby increasing student achievement. During weekly meetings, successful teaching practices are recognized and shared. NTL facilitates all aspects of the year-long intensive NBC process. We assist teachers with descriptive, analytical, interpretative, and reflective writing required for the National Board portfolio. We provide technical assistance for required documentation of your work, facilitation with analyzing student work, individual coaching and mentoring, and preparation for the rigorous Assessment Center. NTL supports teachers throughout the entire certification process, providing technical, professional, intellectual and moral support. After achieving National Board Certification, opportunities are available for you to support others—at a professional wage. The CTU Quest Center is teachers working for teachers to improve the achievement of Chicago’s children.