STUDENT TEACHER MIDBLOCK & FINAL EVALUATION FORM FOR HEALTH Student Teacher: Evaluator: Date: This is an important part of the student teaching evaluation process so please take some time to study this evaluation form before you evaluate your student teacher. Take some time afterwards to discuss with the student teacher the elements of their teaching style that need improvement as well as strong elements that contribute to their teaching effectiveness. EVALUATION SCALE Please use this scale in completing your evaluation of the student teacher. 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. STANDARDS IC NYS 1 2 II.1 1 II.1 II.4 II.6 1 2 II.2 II.5 AAHE I.A I.A II.1 1 1 2 5 1 II.A I.3 II.1 II.1 II.4 PRE-IMPLEMENTATION PHASE – PLANNING III.B III.D V.A V.B. V.C III.C V.A V.B V.C RATING 3 Lesson planning - Identifies current critical health issues and laws and integrates them into lessons; describes concepts related to health & physical activity State and national content standards- Demonstrates knowledge of state and national standards, school’s program goals Sequencing - Demonstrates the ability to choose tasks that logically progress throughout lesson plans and the unit plan Health objectives- Demonstrates knowledge of national health objectives (i.e., Surgeon General’s Reports, Healthy People 2020) Teaching styles – Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of teaching styles and approaches; selects instructional strategies based on content, student needs, safety; facilitates learning; infuses technology as appropriate into teaching, connects assessment plans to teaching Goals & objectives – Identifies and develops appropriate program goals and objectives linked to program goals as well as to students’ needs; connects assessment to goals and objectives Comments: 2 1 0 STANDARDS IC NYS 3 IV.3 IV.4 IV.C 3 IV.1 IV.3 IV.C 3 IV.3 IV.4 IV.B 3 4 3 IV.1 IV.3 IV.2 III.5 AAHE IV.B IV.C IMPLEMENTATION PHASE MANAGERIAL SKILLS Managerial Routines- Uses & creates rules and routines for positive/ safe (emotionally & physically) learning environment; requires student attention Off- task Behavior /Behavioral Management Plan- Uses an effective approach to deal with off-task behavior; develops an effective plan to deal with discipline issues Time Management –Organizes and allocates time and space; provides active and equitable learning experiences; multitasking Behavioral Expectations/Social Responsibility -clearly explains appropriate class behavior; uses strategies to help student understanding; displays mutual respect, support for others, safety, cooperation; provides for diverse learners Monitor Individual and Group Performance- Designs safe instruction that meets diverse students’ needs; monitors student engagement during activity Comments: RATING 3 2 1 0 STANDARDS IC NYS AAHE 2 4 I.2 I.3 II.2 II.3 II.6 III.4 III.5 IV.A IV.C. 2 5 II.5 II.6 IV.A IV.B IV.A IV.B 2 2 4 4 I.4 I.5 I.6 III.2 III.B. II.3 IV.B IV.C IV.1 IV.B IV.C III.2 5 6 III.3 V.1 V.4 V.5 IV.D V.C V.D IMPLEMENTATION PHASE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Introduction- Begins lesson with an appropriate introduction and overview Instructional Techniques- Identifies, selects and implements appropriate instructional strategies sensitive to students’ strengths/weaknesses, multiple needs, learning style, prior experiences, including diverse learning needs; develops repertoire of direct & indirect instructional techniques (e.g., ask questions, pose scenarios, facilitate, promote problem solving, critical thinking), infuses technology appropriately into teaching 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 -Develops and uses effective strategies of higher-order questioning techniques (open-ended) to engage students; adequate wait time, equitable for all students Communication skills- Communicates information in a variety of ways (e.g., bulletin boards, music, task cards, posters, internet, video) that are sensitive to all students (e.g., ethnic, culture, socio-economic, ability, gender) Motivation-– Presents tasks positively and enthusiasticallyencourages students to persist and emphasizes the importance of effort; tries new methods and tactics to involve students who are reluctant to participate in class Connects with Students- Uses eye contact, positive reinforcement; listens and connects with students Checks for Understanding- Uses variety of techniques to ensure students’ understanding before moving on Assessment-Uses a variety of appropriate authentic and traditional assessment techniques (e.g., self, peer, role play) to assess students’ progress; involves students in the assessment process; uses technology as appropriate to assess student learning; provides for students’ different learning styles Closure- Adequately summarizes the learning experience, provides key points to review the lesson w/ students Comments: RATING 3 2 1 0 STANDARDS IC NYS 8 IMPLEMENTATION PHASE AAHE VIII.D PROFESSIONALISM & SELF-REFLECTION Appearance – Appropriate attire; interacts and behaves professionally at all times; appears energetic, enthusiastic, comfortable and confident while teaching Preparation- Well prepared for instruction, well organized and punctual 8 V.2 VI.1 VII.1 VI.2 8 IV.D Reflection- Documents lesson outcomes, reflects, and analyzes complete lesson plans and activities Comments: SUMMARY Overall Comments: Student Teacher’s Signature: Cooperating Teacher’s Signature: Date: RATING 3 2 1 0