Cleveland State University Office of Field Services
Observation 1 2 3 4 5 6
Intern’s name_______________________________ Observer’s name _________________________________
Observation Notes
Date _____________ Lesson____________________________________________
Time
Activity
Comments/Questions
Strengths:
Recommendations:
Goals/Next Steps for Teacher Intern:
Supervisor/Mentor’s Next Steps:
Next Observation Date
Focus for next 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
Unacceptable
Acceptable
Comments: Please provide additional documentation for any disposition that is scored as “Unacceptable” and discuss immediately following
the observation.
Rating
Standards for the teaching profession criteria: Please rate each of the areas as U- Unacceptable (1)
E-Emerging (2) M- Meets Expectations (3-4) and check specific areas (+) that were used to
determine the rating.
1: Understands student learning, development, diversity
Knowledge of students
Knowledge of student development
Expects all students will achieve
Models respect for diversity
Identifies intervention needed for enrichment, reinforcement, remediation
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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
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
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
Comments:
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
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.
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
Comments: