Field Placement Evaluation
As noted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), a critical component of preservice teacher education programs is hands-on field experiences. For students in Associate-Degree programs,
field placement is a time for observing and engaging in early childhood communities of practice. Participating
in learning communities allows students the opportunity to experience the dynamic environments that
support young children’s learning. Our local collaborative efforts to support students at varying levels of study
illustrate our regional recognition that quality teaching begins with supportive experiences. At COCC, we are
grateful for our partnerships, and we look forward to learning about ways to strengthen our work together.
Our Student Learning Expectations for Field Placement:
 Awareness of school and/or program policies for volunteers: This includes awareness and adherence to
issues of confidentiality (except in the situations mandated by mandatory reporting laws) and
professional practice.
 Professionalism: As a representative of COCC and an emerging professional in the field of education,
students’ conduct should be professional at all times. This includes manner of dress, communication,
and overall interactions with children, staff, and families.
 Participation: Students should use their time in learning environments to observe and engage
classroom culture per the direction of the supervising teacher. We expect students to be respectful
and flexible toward the needs of the teacher and classroom. Students should follow guidelines and
requests for student-support. Students should carry out tasks without disrupting the flow of classroom
community.
Supervising Teachers: Please share your reflections of our students’ participation, engagement, and overall
professional presence in your early learning setting. We intend to use this information as a context for
supporting students’ ongoing efforts to grow as a professional throughout their studies at Central Oregon
Community College. Students will need to turn this in with their field placement log during the last week of
classes. Depending on your preference, students may collect your evaluation from you, or, you may scan and
send them via email to Amy Howell ahowell@cocc.edu. Your feedback is essential to our program
development and success, and we are grateful for your partnership.
Name of Student
Date of Evaluation
Evaluator’s Name
Field Placement School and Grade/Age
Please evaluate the professional qualities of the student based on the following three-point scale:
 (1) Below expectations: student does not meet minimum standards and needs intentional support to
meet professional requirements in this area.
 (2) Meets expectations: student meets minimum standards and could benefit from minimal support.
 (3) Exceeds expectations: student demonstrates a definite strength in this area
 N/A: Not observed or not enough information available to form a judgment
Field Placement Evaluation
Revised 01-14
Professional Presence
Area of Evaluation
1-3/NA
Dress: Dresses professionally and appropriately for classroom setting and
activities.
Dependability: Student shows up on time for field placement
commitments and can be depended upon to carry out expectations in an
appropriate, consistent manner.
Flexibility: Student is able to adjust to fluctuations in schedule and
classroom dynamics in a manner that is professional and supportive.
Communication: Student communicates in both written and verbal
formats in a manner that demonstrates professionalism. Student maintains
regular communication with supervisor and alerts supervisor to
unexpected absences and course requirements (i.e., contract, time log, and
evaluation).
Self-Direction: Student is able to engage in the classroom after learning
expectations and classroom community needs. Student is able to engage
effectively in the classroom and shows initiative in meeting classroom
community needs.
Empathetic: Student is sensitive to others’ needs and feelings in a manner
appropriate to the classroom setting.
Open to Feedback: Student is able to receive critical feedback about
behavior and professional presence. Student demonstrates a willingness to
accept direction and suggestions.
Interpersonal Connections: Student is able to connect positively with
children, staff, and families involved in the early learning setting.
Professional: Student follows all policies and practices required for the
field placement site. This includes adherence to polices of dress,
confidentiality, and guidance practices.
Additional Comments about Professional Presence:
Overall, what would you identify as this student’s strong points? Please be specific.
What would you identify as areas for this student to work on? Please be specific.
Field Placement Evaluation
Revised 01-14