Form 6I
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard I. Sets high expectations for learning and respects student differences.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IA. Maximizes student potential
IA1. Establishes high expectations for
all students.
IA2. Respects and values the unique
characteristics of individual students.
IA3. Acknowledges, values and
utilizes characteristics of culture and
their impact on learning.
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Form 6II
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard II. Creates and maintains a safe and effective environment that supports learning for all students.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIA. Organizes and manages an appropriate
physical environment for teaching and
learning.
IIA1. Organizes physical space to
support learning.
IIA2. Organizes instructional
materials and supplies efficiently.
IIB. Develops standards and implements
procedures that promote respect and
responsibility.
IIB1. Establishes high standards of
conduct.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIB2. Monitors student behavior and
responds appropriately.
IIB3. Models respect in interactions
with students.
IIB4. Manages student groupings to
support learning.
IIB5. Manages transitions to
maximize instructional time.
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Form 6III
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard III. Demonstrates knowledge of subject content and the elements of effective instruction.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIIA. Demonstrates command of contentarea knowledge and state standards as well
as implements district-adopted resources
and curriculum.
IIIA1. Demonstrates depth of
content-area knowledge.
IIIA2. Demonstrates understanding
of state standards.
IIIA3. Implements district-adopted
resources and curriculum.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIIB. Plans effective lessons.
IIIB1. Develops clear lesson
objectives aligned to academic
standards.
IIIB2. Uses student’s life
experiences and interests to make
learning relevant.
IIIB3. Plans instruction that is
appropriate for the age group.
IIIB4. Identifies a variety of
instructional strategies to respond to
students’ diverse needs.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIIC. Delivers effective instruction.
IIIC1. Matches instructional
strategies with lesson objectives.
IIIC2. Implements lessons using
strategies that respond to students’
diverse needs.
IIIC3. Communicates clear
instructional objectives.
IIIC4. Uses questions, prompts, and
cues to enhance student learning.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IIIC5. Uses clear oral and written
language.
IIIC6. Monitors and adjusts lessons.
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Form 6IV
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard IV. Uses ongoing assessment to reinforce achievement and evaluate student achievement as well as to plan
instruction.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IVA. Establishes and communicates a fair
and consistent assessment system.
IVA1. Maintains accurate
records/grades.
IVA2. Communicates assessment
criteria.
IVA3. Provides feedback to all
students.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
IVB. Utilizes an assessment system to guide
instruction.
IVB1. Aligns assessment with
instruction.
IVB2. Uses formative and
summative assessment results to plan
instruction.
IVB3. Involves and guides all
students in assessing their own
learning to promote self-direction and
autonomy.
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Form 6V
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard V. Contributes to school effectiveness through collaboration with others and life-long learning.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
VA. Contributes and seeks opportunities to
learn and work with others.
VA1. Participates in school events
and decisions.
VA2. Participates in district
initiatives.
VA3. Shares within the profession.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
VA4. Collaborates with school
personnel and families in making
educational decisions.
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Form 6VI
Classroom Observation Worksheet
Name
Observation #
Date
Standard VI. Promotes positive interaction with families.
Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
VIA. Involves families in their child’s
learning.
VIA1. Communicates positively with
families regarding instructional
program and assessment methods.
VIA2. Communicates positively with
families regarding student progress
and social development.
VIA3. Involves parents in
establishing a plan of action for
students in need of additional
resources.
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Components and Criterion
(Circle only those areas you are observing)
Evidence of teaching and learning
Potential Questions to assist teacher with
self-reflection
VI4. Provides opportunities for
family involvement.
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