SAU Model of Teacher Education Teacher Candidate Midterm/Final Evaluation Teacher Candidate: Candidate Student ID: Evaluated by: Evaluation (Check One): School Name: Grade Level: Term/Year: Mid-Term Subject(s): Rating Scale: 1 = A teacher candidate who exhibits behaviors which indicate unacceptable proficiency. 2 = A teacher candidate who exhibits behaviors which indicate target proficiency, some of the time. 3 = A teacher candidate who exhibits behaviors which indicate target proficiency, most of the time. N/A = A student proficiency standard that was unable to be observed. Comments: Please feel free to give specific comments or examples about how the student did or did not demonstrate each target standard. Proficiency Standards: Standards are based upon the School of Education’s Effective Teaching Model, and are correlated with the Entry-Level Standards for Michigan Teachers TEACHER – INSTRUCTOR 1. 2 Content Knowledge Pedagogy a) Teaches the core concepts of assigned subject areas with correct understanding. b) Appropriately integrates subject matter with other content areas. c) Helps students develop and use critical thinking skills (analysis, problem solving, decision making). d) Uses knowledge from the liberal arts (e.g. humanities, social sciences, natural sciences) to enrich teaching practices. a) Adapts learning to individual student needs through a variety of teaching methods. b) Facilitates rich discussions of content. c) Differentiates instruction to learners with varied abilities and learning styles. d) Effectively plans instruction, including appropriate use of state and local student learning standards e) Uses school and district and other resources to enrich instruction. Rating a) b) c) d) a) b) c) d) e) Comments Final 3. Assessment 4. Management & Organization 5. Technology 6. Global Perspective a) Appropriately develops and uses the results of a variety of assessments to guide instructional decisions. b) Provides constructive feedback to students and their caregivers. c) Adapts assessments appropriately for special needs learners. d) Analyses student work in order to modify teaching strategies. a) Ensures a safe and orderly classroom environment. b) Develops curriculum that builds on students’ experiences, interests, and abilities. c) Helps students become self-motivated and self-directed. d) Appropriate designs and implements direct transitions between classroom activities. a) a) b) c) a) a) b) c) a) Appropriately Integrates available educational technology into classroom instruction. Uses technology tools to organize and manage student records. Supports student learning using a variety of technology tools. Enhances students’ awareness, understanding, and appreciation of global cultures and events. b) c) d) a) b) c) d) TEACHER - PROFESSIONAL 7. Diversity 8. Collaboration with Stakeholders a) Creates a classroom environment that values and is inclusive of student and community diversity. b) Appropriately challenges gifted and talented students. c) Actively motivates discouraged learners for improved academic performance. d) Appropriately adapts instruction for students learning English as a second language. a) Communicates effectively and sensitively with students and caregivers (face-to-face, whole group, phone calls, email, newsletters, notes, report card comments, conferences). b) Actively and appropriately collaborates with colleagues on professional issues. c) Appropriately creates opportunities for students to make connections within their community. Rating b) c) d) a) b) c) d) TEACHER - LEADER 9. Leadership & Scholarship 10. Professional Skills & Dispositions 11. Faith & Learning Page 2 of 4 Comments a) a) Actively participates in professional growth opportunities (membership in professional organization, inservices, outside professional reading, conference attendance, etc.). b) Fulfills a leadership role within or outside of the school in one or more aspects of professional teacher education. a) b) c) d) a) b) Rating Comments a) b) Builds appropriate relationships with and relates well to all students. Communicates effectively in several forms of writing. Demonstrates proper use of oral language (Standard English). Behaves ethically in a variety of situations faced as a teacher. Expresses genuine care and respect for all students. Demonstrates an attitude and desire to serve others. REVISED 01/06 MOST RECENT F Drive/FORMS/ST TCHR EVAL 0506 Check the appropriate box as your recommendation for this teacher candidate to become a certified teacher. I recommend this teacher candidate for certification. I recommend with reservation this teacher candidate for certification. I do not recommend this teacher candidate for certification. Comments: Signature and Code Please check one: Page 3 of 4 Date Classroom Teacher University Supervisor University Professor REVISED 01/06 MOST RECENT F Drive/FORMS/ST TCHR EVAL 0506 Student Teacher Signature Form I have received a copy and reviewed this (circle one) Midterm/Final evaluation with my (check one) Cooperating/ Mentoring teacher(s) University Supervisor _________________________________________________ ________________ Student Teacher Signature Date Feel free to add any comments regarding the evaluation in the space below: