Hope COLLEGE FINAL EVALUATION HOPE COLLEGE STUDENT TEACHING ASSESSMENT CRITERIA PROFESSIONAL ABILITIES ~ LEVEL Ill ‘The following dimensions and criteria were developed from the Hope College Education Dopartmen's Professional Abilives, the State of Michigan's ‘Standards for Entry-Level Teacher, the Hichigan K-72 Curiculum Frameworks Stands for Teaching and Learning, and Charote Danolson's Enhancing Professional Practice: A Framework for Teaching (1986). ae organ Appelt GeeperattG |soruen Baron Sch00! Great Lakes Elementary _ Spiced © [Holland Michigan 49424 Gale [resource 1S hess _{At oaesot |e inne [ze oan Geta am ae Description of student teaching seting (Le. culturalethnic diversity, disabled/exceptional populations, community, et.): \80% free and reduced lunch, AI,TELLLD,CLSLI students, Asian, Hispanice,Loa and Ceucasiou ethnicity - Please X the answer below ‘Does this placement represent a diverse (20% or more raciallethnic classroom population) expenvence? ves: [2] | No: ‘Does his placementreoresent adverse (20% or more lw sod0-economic classroom popuaton) exoerence | YES [| | NO. ‘Does this placement inde stuenis wth exceptional neds (studenis with cisablies andlor gitedness)? YES: [7] | NO: ‘The Hope College Education Departments committed to @ developmental aproach to all feld experiences. We believe pre-service teachers need a wide range of experiences inthe classroom i order to develop the knowledge, skis, and attudes of an effective decision maker and teacher. ‘Student teaching represents the culminating experience ofthe professional program. At Level Il, the student teacher has opportunites t pan, implement, and evaluate professional decisions inthe school setting. This evaluation frm reflects the demonstration ofthe knowledge, skis, and atttudes we expec of Hope graduates Please rte the student teacher in each ofthese areas; Professional Dispositions, Teacher as a Person, Teacher as an Efocive Communicator “Teacher as a Professional Colaborator, Teacher 2s a Curiculum Developer, Teacher as a Problem Solver, Teacher as a Deosion Maker, and ‘Teacher as.a Scholarly Educator, Use the rating indicators listed below (creria are desorbed inthe Student Teaching Handbook} EXCELLENT: Extibits exceptional behavioriisposionisil consistenty and goes well yond expectations. PROFICIENT: Exhitits benaviorsispcsitonskil consistent DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY: Exhibits behavior | cispostion /skll occasionally. UNSATISFACTORY: Rarely exhibits behavierdspostion/sil andlor responds in an inappropriate manner. $ gle Eile 7 g eae |e z $\3 |e |e82 \2 é gis 3 2 243 \é = 33 : Bille 2 | ale 2 | Professional Dispositions "Teacher as Parson Daonsae rexponsbiy. 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The stents ‘irae nals the econ was ead. ese nt aces ipl aera. A spare sleet yb tached) ress)© Hope cotece FINAL STUDENT TEACHING SUMMARY EVALUATION Student organ Appel GoopeatNg 55 een Barron _ Stat ott i S88 | i 2 Grade resource 1-5 ames jan —_ Peete: | Bat [14 te [save Saeco [Pam Maat - COOPERATING TEACHER'S SUMMARY COMMENTS: (comments can be made below or on school letterhead) ‘ple piee oan Appa ‘Cooperating Teacher (please print name) 3 “Student Teacher (please print name} , Pai SAL ocx Aroel | sie oath Teccner Sergio Date aug teatar Spaie 7 Date inaccoranc wih he Fan Edvaton! ts and Pay Ac 7, tear conse be pr tan epee eadherco i acoseteoesuer. The suet "proue cats hal evan was ea, Rdoe ot essary oy aromas. Asopara satel aye alae) a)Creat ad eed eed ard West Ottawa Public Schools 3200 152" Ave., Holland, Michigan 49424 Phone: 616.738.6300 Fax: 616.738.6391 / e. a a CS May 2, 2014 To Whom It May Concern: Morgan Appell has an excellent future as a teacher. Working with her during the final semester has beena pleasure. Her teaching abilities make her commendable student teacher. (One of Morgan's strength is in her ability to make positive changes in her teaching style and apply those changes in the classroom. Morgan constantly reflects on her teaching, learning from the teachers around her, and uses that information to improve her teaching, She is able to take information from a variety of sources (i.e; students, collaborative teachers, parents, and administrators) making an atmosphere that has allowed her to create a nurturing, comfortable, and structured learning environment. Morgan brings a strong personal commitment to teaching into her classroom. Her passion for self- improvement, concern for all students, and genuine friendliness for both staff and students is obvious. She leads when necessary, and has successfully implemented our curriculum as she has taken over the classroom. She has demonstrated knowledge and interest in our international Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (Great Lakes being one of the first 1B authorized PYP School in Western Michigan). She has made individualized lesson plans, differentiated instruction and held students to high expectations, Morgan has worked herd within our curriculum and has suggested meaningful changes. She also has effectively problem solved with many of our students, helping them to make better choices and successfully deal with daily frustrations. She has been able to assess classroom situations that arise and quickly make decisions that allow for great classroom management. | truly have enjoyed working with Morgan and believe she has a bright future as a Special Education ‘Teacher. She did an outstanding job with a diverse student population. | would recommend her without reservation. Sincerely, i aL Jofllen Barron’COLLEGE COORDINATOR'S EVALUATION OF STUDENT TEACHER Hope College Education Department Holland, Michigan STUDENT: Morgan Appell COORDINATOR: Pamela Maat STUDENT TEACHING GRADE: A (COMMENTS: It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Morgan Appell. Morgan completed her student teaching for learning disabilities at Great Lakes Elementary, a part of the ‘West Ottawa school district in Holland, Michigan. Morgan had experience working with students that are AI, SLI, LD, OHI and TBI. Morgan is a sensitive, friendly person. She demonstrated competence in her ability to teach in an elementary resource program that included push-in support in the general education classroom. Professional Dispositions and Teacher as a Person: Morgan demonstrated maturity and responsibility. She was both dependable and confident in carrying out all responsibilities placed upon her. Morgan evidenced initiative and was a strong team participant with her staff. She evidences a passion for special education and learning in general. Effective Communicator and Collaborator: Morgan is approachable and communicates a strong desire to improve and reach her potential as a beginning teacher. She listened and reflected on input received ftom both her supervising teacher and me, and worked on strategies to increase her effectiveness. Her interactions with staff, parents and students are professional, yet pleasant. She evidenced genuine care and concern for her students. Curriculum Developer: Morgan’s primary responsibilities were within the resource setting, utilizing a collaborative IB resource model. Morgan demonstrated the ability to design plans with her general education partners. She was thorough in her planning and chose activities that motivated her students. Her students were eager to work with her. Problem Solver and Decision Maker: Morgan evidenced growth in her ability to manage students. She will continue to develop increased behavior management skills with experience. ‘When students exhibited challenges to her, Morgan implemented techniques to address the challenge. Morgan is respectful towards her students and requires respect from her students, ‘She understands the importance of her role as mentor and teacher in the lives of her students. Overall: Morgan is a hard worker; she is organized and determined. She. developed a strong working relationship with her mentor teacher, the school staff in general and with me. Morgen has grown in her confidence throughout this placement. She will be a valuable asset to her future teaching staff and to the teaching profession. I confidently recommend Morgan Appell to the teaching profession. Signed: Pamela Maat . fleinste Laat Title: College Coordinator Date: May 10,2014 In accord with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, this form is considered part of an open file and hence is accessible to the student.