Professional Growth Cycle
The Professional Growth Cycle (PGC) is a framework that supports teachers’ ongoing learning and reflection, using Ngā Paerewa | Standards to guide everyday practice and professional development.
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Background
Driven by teachers and leaders, the PGC offers a trust-based approach to support teaching practice. Learn how the PGC was formed.
Tupuranga Ngaio
Tā te Tupuranga Ngaio he arotahi ki, te whakamahi a ngā kaiako i Ngā Tikanga Matatika i Ngā Paerewa i roto i ā rātou mahi o ia rā.
Principals | Tumuaki and ECE Professional Leaders PGC
See the PGC model for principals, tumuaki, and ECE professional leaders.
Professional Growth Cycle for relief and part-time teachers
Resources for relief and part-time teachers holding a Pūmau | Full (Category Two) Practising Certificate.
How to use the PGC resources
There’s no single way to create a Professional Growth Cycle. These resources offer practical guidance and activities to help you shape one that works for your setting.
For Principals | Tumuaki and ECE Professional Leaders PGC
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