A teaching portfolio is required for regular faculty (lecturers, assistant professors and associate professors) who are being considered for promotion. The teaching portfolio is a critical document in the promotion review process, particularly at the school and provost levels. The portfolio represents your teaching record and is used to assess the quality and value of teaching and mentoring interactions with students, residents, fellows, practicing physicians, and other professionals.
The teaching portfolio is comprised of the following separate documents:
- Executive Summary of Teaching (optional, recommended for faculty who have major time commitments to teaching as part of their overall academic responsibilities)
- Student Teaching Evaluations (required)
- Peer Teaching Evaluations (required)
How to Create a Teaching Portfolio slides by Andy Luks, MD
You may view the 2024 teaching portfolio workshop recording here.
Writing a Memorable Teaching Philosophy article
Sample teaching philosophy statements
Self-reflection on teaching
Department of Medicine resources
Teaching portfolio guidelines and resources
Clinical peer evaluation form
Teaching peer evaluation form
Research mentor evaluation form
How to create a teaching portfolio
Teaching portfolio outline
Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Below are example teaching portfolios for you to consider as you plan your path to promotion. These were published with permission.
Example teaching portfolio 1
Example teaching portfolio 2
Example teaching portfolio 3