Sample Observational Evaluation Form
PART I: Planning, Environment, Instruction
Planning
Participated, as instructed by mentor teacher, in field experience as observational teacher candidate
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Environment
Followed established procedures and routines for a safe learning environment
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Developed and maintained respectful culture with the students and mentoring teacher(s)
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Instruction
Actively involved students in tasks, when appropriate
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Demonstrated content knowledge and a willingness to learn the content
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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PART II: Professionalism, Reflection, Responsibility
Professionalism
Was prompt and prepared
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Was willing to identify research based teaching strategies observed
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Was actively involved in tasks when appropriate
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Actively supported school activities and events
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Reflection
Made thoughtful and accurate assessments of his/her effectiveness as an observational candidate as evidenced by the self-reflection after each observation
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Took action to improve his/her performance--
including written and verbal communication
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Responsibility
Adhered to school and district policies for personnel
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
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Contributed to the school community by assisting the mentoring teacher when/where needed
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5 Significantly Above Expectations
4
3 At Expectations
2
1 Significantly Below Expectations
Evidence for rating:
Comments and Suggestions
Areas of Strength:
Area(s) to Improve:
Additional Comments
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