Re-Imagining Migration Educator Self-Assessment Tool

What is the Re-Imagining Migration Educator Self-Assessment Tool?

A 20-minute self-assessment designed to help educators evaluate their current practices in supporting immigrant-origin students and identify specific areas for growth.

Who Should Use It

• Classroom teachers (all grade levels)
• Specialists (art, music, PE, etc.)
• Administrators
• Support staff
• Any educator working with immigrant and newcomer students

What It Measures

The tool evaluates five key areas using a 1-5 rating scale:

1. Understanding Students

• Relationship-building across cultural backgrounds
• Creating safe spaces for student expression
• Recognizing individual student experiences

2. Curriculum and Instruction

• Cultural representation in materials and examples
• Integration of migration themes
• Culturally responsive teaching practices

3. School Climate and Safety

• Anti-discrimination policies and practices
• Protective protocols during immigration enforcement
• Creating inclusive environments

4. Professional Development and Advocacy

• Ongoing learning about immigrant student needs
• Trauma-informed practices
• Legal rights and obligations

5. Community and Family Engagement

• Building trust with immigrant families
• Partnerships with community organizations
• Accessible communication strategies

Key Features

• Personalized pathways based on assessment results (Individual Practice, School-Level Advocacy, Leading Systemic Change, or Crisis Response)
• Actionable implementation plans with immediate, short-term, and sustained strategies
• Context-specific guidance that adapts to different roles and student populations
• Reflection prompts that encourage deeper thinking about current practices

Expected Outcomes

After completing the assessment, educators will:

• Identify specific strengths and growth areas
• Receive tailored action steps for their context
• Understand how to create more inclusive learning environments
• Develop strategies for supporting students during times of heightened immigration stress

Support Resources

The tool connects users to additional resources at reimaginingmigration.org for ongoing professional development and curriculum materials.

Time Investment

Implementation: Varies by pathway, with some changes possible within 30-60 days

Assessment: 20 minutes