Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Clinical Experience Evaluation Form

In-Progress Evaluation

_X_ Lesson Observation ____ General Assessment _X_ In-Progress Evaluation

Teacher Candidate: Kelly Wall Cooperating Teacher & School: Mrs. Bertsch & Mrs. Fidler/ John S. Clarke Elem

Subject: Math Time: 11-12pm Date: 3/5/18 KU Supervisor: Varano

Evaluator’s Signature: Mrs. Fidler Check one: Supervisor Cooperating Teacher

Ratings–3 Exemplary (Consistently & Thoroughly) 2 Superior (Usually & Extensively) 1 Satisfactory (Sometimes & Adequately)
0 Unsatisfactory (Rarely or never/Inappropriately or superficially)

Category I:-Planning and Preparation Rating Evidence

 Used for evidence collected before and after the lesson
A. Knowledge of content 3 Knowledge of content to be
taught
B. Knowledge of pedagogy 3 Logical sequence
C. Knowledge of Pennsylvania’s K -12 Academic Standards 3 Included
D. Knowledge of students and how to use this knowledge to impact instruction 3 Accommodates when needed
E. Use of resources, materials or the technology available through the school or 3 Whiteboard, own intro and
district instruction created
F. Instructional goals that show a recognizable sequence with adaptations for 3 Red dye adaptation
individual student needs
G. Assessments of student learning aligned to the instructional goals and adapted 3 Yes
for individual student needs
H. Use of educational psychological principles/theories in the construction of 3 Creative & well-thought out
lesson plans and setting instructional goals
Comments:
Miss Wall uses her vast knowledge of content and pedagogy to plan and prepare lessons that are engaging to students as well as
accommodates all students that are in our co-taught classroom.

Category II:–Classroom Environment Rating Evidence

 Used for evidence collected during the lesson
A. Expectations for student achievement with value placed on the quality of 3 “I want to see…..”
student work
B. Attention to equitable learning opportunities for students 3 Always
C. Appropriate interactions between teacher and students and among students Always
D. Effective classroom routines and procedures resulting in little or no loss of 3 Keeps students focused &
instructional time engaged
E. Clear standards of conduct and effective management of student behavior 3 Quickly addresses
F. Appropriate attention given to safety in the classroom to the extent it is under 3
the control of the teacher candidate
G. Ability to establish and maintain rapport with students 3 Students want to please
Comments:
Miss Wall has high expectations for all students. She pays close attention to student work and achievement and uses a variety of
classroom management techniques to assure a well-run classroom. Her rapport with students is awesome to see. She is observant
and pays attention to details.
Category III:–Instructional Delivery Rating Evidence
 Used for evidence collected during the lesson
A. Use of knowledge of content and pedagogical theory through his/her instructional 3 From motivate to close
delivery
B. Instructional goals reflecting Pennsylvania K-12 standards 3 Always
C. Communication of procedures and clear explanations of content 3 Background knowledge,
progressed to goal
D. Use of instructional goals that show a recognizable sequence, clear student 3
expectation and adaptations for individual student needs
E. Use of questioning and discussion strategies that encourage many students to 3 Challenging questions which
participate require explanatory student
responses
F. Engagement of students in learning and adequate pacing of instruction 3 Candy incentive
G. Feedback to students on their learning 3 “good,” “perfect”
H. Use of informal and formal assessments to meet learning goals and to monitor 3 Informal-observation
student learning Formal-worksheet
I. Flexibility and responsiveness in meeting the learning needs of students 3 Monitored & gave students
remediation that needed
help simplifying
J. Integration of disciplines within the educational curriculum 3
Comments:
Miss Wall started her lesson by using background knowledge and building students’ knowledge from there. She asked challenging
questions that required students to explain their answers. She gave feedback to students and at times used their anonymous
responses in a daily nope to discuss misconceptions. She also used a variety of informal and formal assessments to gage student
learning during lessons. She has been very flexibile with regards to having many schedule changes as well as subsititutes in our
room.

Category IV:–Professionalism Rating Evidence

 Used for evidence collected before and after the lesson
A.Knowledge of school and district procedures and regulations related to attendance, Discussed
punctuality and the like 3
B. Knowledge of school or district requirements for maintaining accurate records and 3 Discussed
communicating with families
C. Knowledge of school and/or distict events 3 Discussed as occurred
D. Knowledge of district or college’s professional growth and developmental 3 Attended PLC’s
opportunities
E. Integrity and ethical behavior, professional conduct as stated in Pennsylvania Code 3 Discussed
of Professional and Conduct for Educators, and local, state, and federal laws and
regulations
F. Effective communication, both oral and written with students, colleagues, 3 Communicates efficiently
paraprofessionals related service personnel and administrators
G. Ability to cultivate professional relationships with school colleagues 3 Easily
H. Knowledge of Commonwealth requirements for continuing professional 3 Discussed
development and licensure
Comments:

Miss Wall has shown the upmost professionalism during her stay here at John S. Clarke. She can be counted on to volunteer and
participate whenever needed.

General Comments:

Miss Wall has been an asset in our classroom this semester. We have truly enjoyed seeing her grow as an educator.

This Clinical Experience evaluation serves as a tangible basis for discussion among the cooperating teacher, the KU supervisor and teacher candidate.