Student Teacher Assessment of Classroom Teaching _____________________________ ____________________________ Student Teacher ___________________________________________ University Supervisor Assessment of Student Teaching (See back of page for rating definitions) ____________________________ School Rating Points Date and Time __________________________________________ Cooperating Teacher Advanced 4 Proficient 3 Developing 2 I. Planning - The Lesson Plan: Basic 1 ___________________________________________ Grade and Subject Not Observed N/O Comments/Suggestions 1. The lesson plan is written and is readily available. 2. The lesson plan is well designed and contains all essential elements (objectives, materials, procedures, assessment). 3. The lesson plan shows consistent alignment of objectives, strategies, and assessments with standards. 4.The lesson plan reflects meaningful choices of content. II. Organizing and Presenting Instruction – The Student Teacher: 1. Establishes and maintains effective classroom routines (i.e., attendance, record keeping, etc.). 2. Demonstrates effective communication skills. 3. Teaches in a creative, engaging, and appropriate manner. 4. Engages students in thinking and problem solving activities. 5. Presents information with poise and confidence. 6. Ensures a variety of teaching aids and materials are included regularly in instruction. 7. Provides instruction that is appropriate for varied needs and styles of learners. 8. Utilizes technology as a teaching tool. III. Classroom Management/Motivation – The Student Teacher: 1. Provides specific feedback to students about behavior. 2. Provides consistent support and encouragement to students. 3. Ensures that, when appropriate, student management issues are addressed and resources quickly provided for assistance. 4. Sets clear expectations for students. 5. Determines discipline strategies that are appropriate for age, individual, and school policies. 6. Uses a variety of appropriate motivational techniques. 7. Provides a classroom and/or laboratory that is a safe environment for learning for all students. ST Assess of Classroom Tchng. – Sept. 2004 Page 1/2 Student Teacher Assessment of Classroom Teaching _____________________________ ____________________________ Student Teacher Assessment of Student Teaching (See back of page for rating definitions) Date and Time Rating Points Advanced 4 Proficient 3 Developing 2 Basic 1 Not Observed N/O IV. Assessment – The Student Teacher: 1. Monitors and provides feedback to students throughout the lesson. 2. Utilizes, when appropriate, pre- and post-assessments to assess student growth and improvement. 3. Utilizes a variety of assessment strategies throughout instruction and bases assessments on course goals/objectives and standards. 4. Develops lesson plans to address remediation and to extend learning of students. V. Professionalism – The Student Teacher: 1. Is reliable and punctual. 2. Demonstrates initiative and assumes responsibility. 3. Demonstrates high standards of moral and ethical behavior. 4. Values and is responsive to diverse populations. 5. Plans and works effectively with other professionals. 6. Adheres to professional expectations for dress and grooming. 7. Maintains positive parent communication. 8. Continually strives to improve. 9. Creates and maintains positive school and professional contacts. VI. Overall student teacher rating on this date: (Please Check) Advanced Proficient Developing Basic. A contract for improvement is attached. No progress is evident. A contract for improvement is attached. Additional Comments Regarding Observation: __________________________________ ___________ _____________________________ ___________ Cooperating Teacher or Supervisor Signature Date ST Assess of Classroom Tchng. – Sept. 2004 Student Teacher signature Date Page 2/2