TEACHER FORMAL CLASSROOM OBSERVATION FORM
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------Teacher’s Name:
Date:
Grade/Subject:
Time:
Directions: This form can be used by the evaluator to document during formal classroom
observation. One form should be given to the teacher and one copy should be maintained by
the evaluator for the entire evaluation cycle to document growth. It is unlikely that all
teacher performance standards would be documented in a single classroom visit. In
fact, an observation might focus on a specific standard.
1.
Professional Knowledge
Ÿ Addresses appropriate curriculum standards
Ÿ Facilitates students’ use of higher level thinking
skills
Ÿ Demonstrates ability to link present content with
past and future learning
Ÿ Demonstrates an accurate knowledge of the
subject matter checking for understanding
Ÿ Demonstrates skills relevant to subject area(s)
utilizing best practices based on current research
Ÿ Bases instruction on goals that reflect high
expectations
Ÿ Demonstrates an understanding of the
knowledge
of development
2. Instructional Planning
Ÿ Analyzes and uses student learning data to inform
planning.
Ÿ Plans instruction and time for realistic pacing
Ÿ Plans for differentiated instruction
Ÿ Develops appropriate long- and short-range plans
and adapts plans
Ÿ Coordinates plans with appropriate colleagues
3. Instructional Delivery
Ÿ Addresses individual learning differences
Ÿ Uses rigorous instructional strategies
Ÿ Use instructional technology
Ÿ Engages students
Ÿ Builds on prior knowledge
Ÿ Communicates clearly
Ÿ Maximizes instructional learning time
Ÿ Implements the Gradual Release Model
4. Assessment of and for Student Learning
Ÿ Analyzes data from district benchmarks
Ÿ Uses assessment tools based on division
curriculum and pacing guides
Ÿ Uses a variety of valid, appropriate assessments
Ÿ Maintains assessment information
Ÿ Uses pre-/post-assessment data on each student
Ÿ Maintains appropriate records
Ÿ Gives constructive feedback
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Learning Environment
Ÿ Arranges the classroom to maximize learning and
provides a safe environment
Ÿ Establishes clear expectations
Ÿ Maximizes instruction/minimal disruption
Ÿ Establishes a climate of trust/teamwork
Ÿ Promotes and respects students’ diversity
Ÿ Listens and pays attention to students’ needs and
responses
Ÿ Maximizes instructional learning time by working
with students individually and in groups
Professionalism
Ÿ Adheres to laws/policies/regulations/practices
Ÿ Maintains professional demeanor/behavior
Ÿ Identifies personal strengths/weaknesses and
their impact on student learning
Ÿ Incorporates learning from professional growth
activities
Ÿ Communicates goals/expectations/student
progress
Ÿ Builds positive relationship with parents
Ÿ Sets goals for improvement
Ÿ Works collegially/collaboratively with school
personnel and community
Student Academic Progress
Ÿ Sets student achievement goals
Ÿ Documents progress
Ÿ Provides evidence of goal attainment
Ÿ Provides support to increase student achievement
Ÿ Develop interim learning targets
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Teacher’s Signature
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Date
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Observer’s Signature
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Date
NOTE: Teacher’s signature acknowledges that the teacher has read and received a copy of this
classroom observation. The teacher may attach additional professional comments.
* Comments attached
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