The University of Texas at Austin
UTeach-Liberal Arts: UTL 640/UTL 360/UTL 670
UTeach-LA Student:
School/District:
Date:
Cooperating Teacher:
Lesson # ____
Topic:
Time:
Instructions for Clusters 1 and 2: Rate each observable behavior
2 = Beginning
3 = Competent/
1 = Unsatisfactory
Competency
Meets Expectation
4 = Competent/
Commendable
5 = Advanced
Competency
Cluster 1: Learner-Centered Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of content
 Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the subject taught
 Integrates content areas
 Brings in information and materials beyond what is found in the text
Demonstrates knowledge of students
 Shows an awareness of students’ varying skills, approaches to learning, and cultural and linguistic
heritages
 Uses developmentally appropriate practices
 Varies activities to maintain student interest
Selects key knowledge and skills that lead to high levels of learning
 Aligns lessons and instruction with TEKS
 Identifies important background knowledge and vocabulary
Has knowledge of and makes use of materials, resources, and technology
 Uses technology as an instrumental tool to enhance student learning
Designs activities that promote student learning
 Designs activities that support the stated instructional objectives
Implements effective pedagogy
 Shows enthusiasm and energy
 Gives directions clearly
 Paces instruction appropriately
 Provides feedback and error correction as necessary
 Provides multiple opportunities to practice
 Uses questioning techniques and higher order thinking effectively
 Uses visuals and/or graphic organizers
 Summarizes the key points of lesson
Assesses student learning
 Checks for understanding
Comments:
Cluster 2: Classroom Environment: Equity, Excellence, and Learning
Creates rapport with and among students in an environment of respect
 Models and maintains a courteous climate
 Knows the names of students
 Builds rapport and trust with students
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The University of Texas at Austin
UTeach-Liberal Arts: UTL 640/UTL 360/UTL 670
Contributes to positive behavior climate
 Provides clear expectations
 Redirects inappropriate behavior
 Provides positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior
Manages routines and procedures that enhance student learning
 Supports clear rules, procedures, and consequences
 Scans room consistently to demonstrate teacher awareness
Offers equitable learning opportunities to all students regardless of race, gender, religion, cultural
background, or disability
 Provides all students an equal opportunity to learn regardless of culture & language, economic
status, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical & personal attributes, and disabilities
Comments:
Instructions for Clusters 3 and 4: Circle appropriate choice
A rating of “NO” in any of the areas marked YES/NO will result in an Individual Growth Plan (IGP)
Cluster 3: Communication
Communicates with students
 Communicates clearly and accurately in oral and written communication
 Avoids sarcasm or destructive criticism
Communicates with cooperating teacher and university observer
 Initiates and maintains communication with cooperating teacher/university observer
 Submits lesson plan to cooperating teacher for approval in advance
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
Comments:
Cluster 4: Professionalism
Demonstrates effective interpersonal relationships
 Is receptive and accepting of suggestions from cooperating teacher/university observer
 Remains calm in dealing with conflict and disagreement
 Demonstrates an ability to get along with others
Fulfills policies and procedures
 Follows Texas Code of Ethics
 Follows required school dress code and is clean, well-groomed
 Is present and prompt except for emergencies
 Follows public school policies
Comments:
Cooperating Teacher’s Signature
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The University of Texas at Austin
UTeach-Liberal Arts: UTL 640/UTL 360/UTL 670
Additional Comments:
Cooperating Teacher’s Signature
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