STUDENT TEACHER EFFECTIVENESS EVALUATION FORM FOR HEALTH
Student Teacher:
Evaluator:
Lesson:
Date:
STUDENT TEACHERS MUST HAND IN A LESSON PLAN PRIOR TO TEACHING THEIR LESSON.
Evaluation
Use the scale below to evaluate the student teacher’s teaching effectiveness.
Level 3 – Exceeds Expectations : The student teacher consistently demonstrates the indicator in a
way that is exemplary and beyond what is typically expected of a student teacher.
Level 2 –-Meets Expectations: The student teacher consistently demonstrates the indicators in a
way that should be expected for a competent student teacher.
Level 1 – Approaches Expectations: The student teacher occasionally demonstrates the
indicators.
Level 0 – Not Evident or Unsatisfactory: The student teacher rarely demonstrates the indicators.
Take some time afterwards to discuss with the student teacher elements of their teaching style that need
improvement as well as strong elements that contribute to their teaching effectiveness.
PRE-IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
LESSON PLANNING
State and national content standards- Demonstrates knowledge of state and
national standards, school’s program goals
Objectives - states appropriate objectives aligned with State and National standards
Developmentally appropriate- selects appropriate and enjoyable tasks & activities
according to student diversity, and students’ needs and capabilities
Interactive approach - develop creative and interactive learning experiencessequencing- logical task progressions- simple to complex
Teaching styles- addresses two or more learning styles
Comments:
3
2
1
0
IMPLEMENTATION PHASE
MANAGERIAL SKILLS
Rules & routines- establishes rules & routines; requires students’
attention
Off-task behavior- clarifies expectations for behavior and follows
through with fair and consistent consequences for off-task behavior
Use of language/voice – uses wording and tone of voice appropriate for
all students to hear and understand
Expectations for behavior- clearly explains expectations for behavior
Positive Learning Environment – creates a positive & safe (physically
and emotionally) atmosphere where learning and enjoyment can coexist
Comments:
3
2
1
0
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES/PROFESSIONALISM
3
Introduction: Effective strategy utilized, early student involvement, good eye contact,
enthusiasm generated
Organization: Logical order of presentation, age appropriate materials
and activities, optimal use of space
Instructional Techniques: Obvious preparation, good variety of content and activities,
student-centered learning, skill rehearsal opportunities, response opportunities, appropriate and
relevant inclusion
Cognitive Link /Scaffolding - requires students to be cognitively involved in lesson and
fosters development of higher order thinking skills -helps students understand connections
between present, past and future lessons skills
Task Selection- Designs and implements developmentally appropriate, relevant, and
effective tasks to facilitate student learning; uses effective demonstrations and explanations to
link health concepts to appropriate learning experience that allow students to integrate
knowledge and skills from multiple subjects areas; incorporates technology as appropriate
Questioning Techniques: Effective strategies, higher-order questions (open-ended),
engages students, adequate wait time, equitable
Respect – promotes tolerance, respect, and courtesy among students-is shown respect by
students –shows respect for student’s individuality-uses humor appropriately with students
Motivation – presents tasks positively and enthusiastically- encourages students to persist
and emphasizes the importance of effort.
Checks for Understanding – questions students to ensure understanding
Connects with students – moves around the room to enhance contact with all students
,uses eye contact and positive reinforcement , listens and connects with students
Accountability–holds student accountable for performance by giving them specific
outcomes to reach for each task
Assessment – uses the specific teaching cues/criteria to assess student learning
Closure/ Review – adequate summary of the learning experience, key points to review
the lesson w/ students
Appropriate attire- conduct and behavior, appears energetic- enthusiastic-comfortable
and confident while teaching
Comments:
3
2
2
1
2
0
0
Summary
If you don’t have enough information to evaluate some of the above components, use N/A (not
applicable). But, please still circle a letter grade for the student teacher.
A
B
ABB+
C+
Overall Comments:
C
CD+
D
DF
Cooperating Teacher’s Signature
Date:
Student Teacher’s Signature
Grade: