Professional Documents
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GUIDE
(1) Each of the six "areas of responsibility" has been subdivided into several major
statements. The substatements are meant to further explain and expand the major
statement . Evaluate yourself on each major statement using the following scale as
a guide.
5 - excellent
4 - very good ; very effective in this part of my work .
3 - good; an acceptable level of performance .
2 - fair; needs my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work.
1 - poor; dissatisfied with this part of my work ; must take immediate steps to
improve in this regard.
It is probable that you will give yourself a range of ratings from 1's to 5's . Remember
that the rati. ngs are for your use alone. Only honest "face-the-facts" appraisal will
help you complet, a valid summary .
(2) Having completed all the ratings, enter them in the summary chart on page 8. Follow
the instructions above the chart for completing the "profile" of your work .
(3) Last and most important, complete the action summary on page 9, outlining your
assessments and goals for self-improvement .
TEACHER EVALUATION GUIDE
Definition;
No matter what learning activities are used, teachers perform in certain ways. For example,
a teacher will praise, ask questions, give directions, and explain . This section deals with
"the act of teaching"
1(E) I USE TECHNIQUES THAT MAKE CLEAR THE PURPOSE AND CONTENT
OF EACH LESSON .
I use summaries, reviews and overviews to ensure that students are able to
place units in perspective .
I emphasize clearly the important points in a lesson .
I ensure that an adequate summary is made at the end of each class or unit
of work . 1E
5 - excellent
4 - very good ; very effective in this part of my work.
3 - good ; an acceptable level of performance .
2 - fair; needs my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work .
1 - poor; dissatisfied with this part of my work ; rpust take immediate steps to
improve in this regard .
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY No. 2 - TEACHING STRATEGIES
Definition,
Teachers, independent of their individual skills and personalities, use varied methods to
achieve the objectives of their program . This section deals with the strategies employed
in effective teaching .
5 - excellent
4 - very good ; very effective in this part of my work .
3 - good ; an acceptable level of performance .
2 - fair; needs my attention ; must update my oe-formance in this part of my work .
1 - poor; dissatisfied with this part of my work; must take immediate steps to
impruve in this regard .
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY No. 3 - CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Definition;
The effective teacher devclc;;s methods of dealing vrith disriplinarr and administrative
matters which will maximize the learning situation .
5 - excellent
4 - very good ; very effective in this part of my work.
3 -~- goad ; ,~n ;:;-cup~ab:e level of performzim;e .
2 - fair ; needs my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work.
1 - poor ; dissatisfied with this part of my work ;must take immediate steps to
improve in this regard .
AREA OF RESPONSI?ILiTY No. 4 - SUBJECT COMPETENCE AND
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
Definition;
The teacher enters the profession with a certified academic or vocational background.
He grows professionally when he takes advantage of opportunities to improve his
knowledge and instructional qualifications .
5 - excellent
4 - very coed ; very effective in this part of my work .
3 - good ; ar, acceptable level of performance .
2 - fair; needs my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work .
1 - poor ; dissatisfied with this part of my work ; must take immediate steps to
improve in this regard .
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY No. 5 - INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS -
with students, staff & other adults
Definition;
Through his daily interpersonai relationships the teacher has a unique opportunity to
help young people develop and mature through his example and direction . In addition,
he can be a positive influence on other staff members and can establish valuable contacts
with the parents and other concerned adults in the community.
5 - ex(,-. -=qt
4 - ver. :od; very effective in this part of my work.
3 - goc ~ acceptable level of performance
2 - fair : ; ~_, ,ds my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work .
1 - poop ; dissatisfied with this part of my work ; must take immediate steps to
improve in this regard .
AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY No. 6 - CONTRIBUTION TO THE TOTAL SCHOOL
EFFORT
Definition;
It has been said that the "tone" of a school is affected by the attitudes and action of
each teacher "above and beyond the call of duty". This section deals with these extras
required of the teacher beyond his classroom work.
5 - excellent
4 - very good ; very effective in this part of my work.
- good ; ,, n a:!:centable !evel of performance .
2 - fair; needs my attention ; must update my performance in this part of my work .
1 - poor ; dissatisfied with this part of my work; must take immediate steps to
improve in this regard .
SUMMARY CHART
By reading through this guide you have been reviewing the many facets that go
together to produce good teaching . You have also evaluated your own performance in each
of the areas of responsibility . This is but the first step; the procedures below are designed to
help you make a valuable summary which will help you to focus on areas of strength and
areas needing improvement .
(1) Enter your self-ratings in the appropriate spaces in the chart below.
(2) Add up the total and average scores for each area as indicated .
(3) Compare your average score for the six areas, and also note the individual
scores which are particularly high or low .
No. 1 1A
Teaching
Skills 1B
1C
1D
1E
No. 2 2A
Teaching 2B
Strategies
2C
2D
No. 3 3A _
' Classroom
Management
No. 4 4A
Professionai 4B
Growth
4C
4D
No. 5 5A
Interpersonal 5B
Relationships
5C
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5E
No. 6 6A
Total School 6B
Effort
6C
ACTION SUMMARY
More important than whereare you now is what you plan to do to improve yourself in the
areas that you, as a professional, believe are in need of improvement . Now fill out items 1,
2, 3 and 4 below .
We hope that by reviewing the many factors that we believe contribute to good teaching, you
have benefited as a professional teacher. It is also our hope that now the students with whom
you work will benefit from your renewed awareness.