Cleveland State University Office of Field Services
Teacher Intern:
Observation
Notes:
Time:
Observer’s Name:
Activity:
Observation 1 2 3 4 5 6
Observation Form
Lesson Topic:
Date:
Strengths:
Recommendations:
Goals/Next Steps for Teacher Intern:
Supervisor/Mentor’s Next Steps:
Comment:
Next Observation Date:
1: Understands student learning,
development, diversity
Knowledge of students
Knowledge of student development
Expects all students will achieve
Modes respect for diversity
Identifies intervention needed for
enrichment, reinforcement, remediation
Focus for next visit:
2: Knowledge of content area
Knowledge of content and how to teach it
to students
Use of instructional strategies to teach
concepts
Knowledge of district and state contents
Ability to use cross-curricular approach
Ability to make content relevant
Use the following ratings for the items in boxes
1-8.
U-Unacceptable
E-Emerging
ME- Meets Expectations
5: Learning environments that promote
high levels of learning and achievement
Treats students fairly in respectful
environment
Environment is physically and emotionally
safe
Motivates students to work productively
and assume responsibility for learning
Students work independently,
collaboratively and/or as a whole class
Maintains environment conducive to
learning for all
6: Collaborates and communicates
with stakeholders to support student
learning
Communicates clearly and effectively
Share responsibility with parents to
support student learning, emotional and
physical development and mental health
Collaborates with school stakeholders
Collaborates with community to promote
positive environment for student learning
3: Varied assessments for instruction
and evaluation to ensure student
learning
Use of varied diagnostic, formative and
summative assessments and how to use
data generated
Analyzes data to monitor student learning
Plans, differentiates and modifies
instruction
Communicates progress with various
stakeholders
Use of self-assessment and goal setting
7: Assumes responsibility for
professional growth and serves as
member of a learning community
Follow ethics, policies and legal codes of
professional conduct take responsibility
for engaging in continuous and purposeful
professional development
Be an agent of change to impact teaching
quality, school improvements and student
achievement.
4: Plans and delivers effective
instruction for each learner
Aligns instructional goals with district and
state standards
Addresses the achievement gap
Links learning activities to defined goals
Plans instructional design and delivery
based on students think and learn
Differentiates instruction to support
learning needs of all
Activities help students become
independent learners and complex problem
solvers
Use of technology and resources to
enhance learning
8. Classroom Management Skills
States/posts specific & appropriate
expectations for classroom behavior
Applies rules consistently and fairly
Maintains students’ attention throughout
lesson
Promotes positive behavior/s
Other
Timely lesson plans
Professional Dispositions
Attendance
Time Management/ Lesson Pacing
Comments: Please provide additional documentation for any standard that is scored as “Unacceptable” and discuss immediately following the observation.
Dispositions: Using the following criteria, check the appropriate box to evaluate the candidate’s professional dispositions.
1
Regular and Punctual Attendance
2
Dependable and Responsible (e.g., initiates timely communication with cooperating teacher and supervisor regarding absences, scheduling, documentation, etc.)
3
Demonstrates positive communication style with students, colleagues, and supervisor
4
Appropriate use of technology for non-classroom activities (e.g., not using Facebook, texting, personal emails, etc.)
5
Appropriate Role Model (e.g., passion for teaching, positive attitude, no inappropriate content on personal websites such as Facebook or Twitter, not “friending” students, etc.)
6
Appropriate Professional Appearance (e.g., proper attire, personal hygiene, etc.)
7
High Ethical Standards (e.g., proper citation of resources, not representing others’ work as your own, adhering to the Student Academic Code of Conduct, etc.)
8
Appropriate Grammar and Vocabulary (including use of slang, inappropriate humor, etc.)
9
Responsive to Constructive Feedback
10
Respects Privacy of Students and Confidentiality of Information
Comments: Please provide additional documentation for any disposition that is scored as “Unacceptable” and discuss immediately following the observation.
Unacceptable
Acceptable