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1 = Unsatisfactory
2= Beginning
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3= Competent
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5= Advanced
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Cluster 1: Learner-Centered Instruction
Demonstrates knowledge of content
+ Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the subject taught
+ Integrates content areas
* Brings in information and materials beyond what is found in the text
Demonstrates knowledge of students
* Shows an awareness of students” varying skills, approaches to learning, and caltural and linguistic
heritages
‘+ Uses developmentally appropriate practices
+ Varies activities to maintain student interest
Selects key knowledge and skills that lead to high levels of learning
* Aligns lessons and instruction with TEKS
+ Identifies important background knowledge and vocabular
Has knowledge of and makes use of materials, resourees, and technology
* Uses technology a8 an instrumental tool to enbanee student leaming 5]
Designs activities that promote student learning
+ Designs activities that support the stated instructional objectives
Implements effective pedagogy
* Shows enthusiasm and ener
Gives directions clearly
Paces instruction appropriately
Provides feedback and error correction as necessar
Provides multiple opportunities to practice
+ Uses questioning techniques and higher order thinking effectivel
+ Uses visuals andor graphie organizers
+ Summarizes the key points of lesson
Assesses student learning
+ Checks for understanding
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Cluster 2: Classroom Environment; Equity, Excellence, and Learning
Creates rapport with and among students in an environment of respeet
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+ Knows the names of students
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Contributes to positive behavior climate
+ Provides clear expectations 4 |
‘+ Redirects inappropriate behavior |
* Provides positive reinforcement for appropriate behavior 4
‘Manages routines and procedures that enhance student learning
+ Supports clear rules, procedures, and consequences 2S |
+ Scans room consistently to demonstrate teacher awareness 4 |
Offers equitable learning opportunities (o all students regardless of race, gender, religion, cultural
background, or disability
* Provides all students an equal opportunity to learn regardless of culture & language, economic 4
status, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, physical & personal attributes, and disabilities
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A rating of “NO” in any of the areas marked YESINO will result in an Individual Growth Plan (IGP) |
Cluster 3: Communication i
Communicates with students 2 |
+ Communicates clearly and accurately in oral and written communication Yes NO |
* Avoids sarcasm or destructive criticism (WES! NO i
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+ Initiates and maintains communication with cooperating teacher/university observer NO
~* Submits lesson plan to cooperating teacher for approval in advance ES__NO
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® Is receptive and accepting of suggestions from cooperating teacher/university observer us’ “NO
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= Remains calm in dealing with conflict and disagreement NO
+ Demonstrates an ability to get long with others NO
Fulfills policies and procedures
Follows Texas Code of Ethies VES NO
+ Follows required school dress code and is clean, well-groomed ES _NO i
* Is present and prompt except for emergencies N¥Es._No i
* Follows public school policies YES/NO |
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