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Cooperating Teacher Evaluation of Teacher Candidate
Teacher Candidate:
Cooperating Teacher:
Subject(s):
Grade Level(s):
Select One  Student Teacher
Date:
School/City:
Start Date:
End Date:
Description of Student Teacher Situation:
 Intern Teacher
The Learner & Learning
#1: Learner Development
The teacher understands how learners grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and
development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and
physical areas, and designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning
experiences.
The teacher candidate…
*Unsatisfactory
Emerging
Ready
Understands and supports students’ intellectual, social and
personal development
Seeks appropriate resources to adjust teaching in response
to students’ development and strengths
Promotes self-directed, reflective learning for all students
Overall Rating for Standard 1
Evidence/Comments:
#2: Learning Differences
The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to
ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each learner to meet high standards.
The teacher candidate…
*Unsatisfactory
Emerging
Ready
Draws on and values students’ backgrounds, interests, and
developmental learning needs
Incorporates multiple approaches and perspectives in the
presentation and discussion of content that reflect personal,
family, community and cultural experiences and norms
Applies interventions, modifications, and accommodations as
required by legal requirements and district policy
Overall Rating for Standard 2
Evidence/Comments:
#3: Learning Environments
The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative
learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and selfmotivation.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Organizes and manages time, space, and materials
effectively and efficiently to maximize learning
Articulates explicit expectations for a safe, positive learning
environment that is founded on fairness and respect
Varies learning activities to support active student learning
and develop a range of learner skills
Provides opportunities for students to use interactive
technologies responsibly
Manages student behavior fairly and consistently
Overall Rating for Standard 3
Evidence/Comments:
Content Knowledge
#4: Content Knowledge
The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline(s) he
or she teaches and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline
accessible and meaningful for learners to assure mastery of the content.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Accurately and effectively communicates concepts,
processes, and knowledge in the discipline
Uses vocabulary and academic language that is clear, correct
and appropriate for students
Engages students in applying methods of inquiry used in the
discipline
Uses multiple representations and explanations to capture
key ideas in the discipline
Demonstrates enthusiasm for discipline/teaching
Overall Rating for Standard 4
Evidence/Comments:
#5: Application of Content
The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners
in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global
issues.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Engages students in applying content knowledge and skills in
authentic contexts
Helps students see relationships across disciplines
Engages students in developing literacy and communications
skills that support learning in the content area(s), including
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different types of text for writing and presentation of
information
Guides students in gathering, organizing and evaluating
information and ideas from digital and other resources and
from different perspectives
Overall Rating for Standard 5
Evidence/Comments:
Instructional Practice
#6: Assessment
The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own
growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Uses a variety of formative assessments, matching the
method with the learning objective
Uses data from multiple types of assessments to draw
conclusions about student progress toward learning
objectives
Uses results of assessment to guide instructional planning
Establishes clear and appropriate learning goals for students
that accommodate individual learning needs
Implements required accommodations for students with
disabilities and language learning needs
Fosters student self-assessment and responsibility for
learning
Maintains accurate records of student progress
Overall Rating for Standard 6
Evidence/Comments:
#7: Planning for Instruction
The teacher plans instruction that supports every student in meeting rigorous learning goals by
drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy, as well
as knowledge of learners and the community context.
The teacher candidate…
*UnEmerging
Ready
satisfactory
Prepares written plans in a timely fashion for all lessons they
are responsible for teaching
Plans instruction that reflects district curriculum goals and
applicable learning standards
Plans instruction using formative and summative data about
students, including developmental levels, prior learning, and
interests
Uses student performance data to identify interventions
required to advance student learning
Integrates technology resources into instructional plans
Overall Rating for Standard 7
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Evidence/Comments:
#8: Instructional Strategies
The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to
develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply
knowledge in meaningful ways.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Uses a variety of instructional strategies linked to learning
objections that engage students in active learning
Prepares students to use specific content-related processes
and academic language
Implements and manages instruction in ways that facilitate
higher order thinking that promotes critical thinking, problem
solving and performance skills
Models the use of non-linguistic representations, concept
mapping, and writing to show how students can express their
understanding
Uses technology appropriately in lesson design, delivery and
assessment to enhance student learning
Demonstrates awareness of lesson variables, including
anticipating student misconceptions, and adapts when and
where needed
Overall Rating for Standard 8
Evidence/Comments:
Professional Responsibility
#9: Professional Learning and Ethical Practice
The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and uses evidence to continually evaluate
his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (learners, families,
other professionals, and the community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Completes professional learning processes and activities
required by the educator preparation program and the state
to meet licensure requirements
Seeks the input of others (including supervisors, teachers,
administrators, and students) and reflects on it to improve
practice
Observes and reflects upon students’ responses to
instruction to identify areas and set goals for improved
practice
Evaluates the effects of their choices and actions on others
Establishes priorities for professional growth
Demonstrates a willingness to grow and improve
Acts in accordance with ethical codes of conduct and
professional standards
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Overall Rating for Standard 9
Evidence/Comments:
#10: Leadership and Collaboration
The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities to take responsibility for student
learning, to collaborate with learners, families, colleagues, other school professionals, and
community members to ensure learner growth, and to advance the profession.
*UnThe teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
satisfactory
Participates in school-wide efforts to implement a shared
vision and contributes to a supportive culture
Uses technology and other forms of communication to
develop respectful, collaborative relationships with learners,
families, colleagues and (when possible) the local community
Makes their practice transparent by sharing plans and
inviting observation and feedback
Respects the privacy of students and confidentiality of
information
Overall Rating for Standard 10
Evidence/Comments:
Teacher Candidate Professionalism:
*Unsatisfactory
The teacher candidate…
Emerging
Ready
Seeks assistance as needed
Demonstrates a willingness to grow professionally
Is an asset to the school community
Resolves interpersonal conflicts
Conveys a professional attitude & appearance
Maintains punctual and regular attendance
Participates in all aspects of the teaching ‘day’
Overall Rating for Professionalism
Evidence/Comments:
Additional comments:
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