Content Area: * United States History and Geography
Grade: * 9th
Evaluation: * 40 Hr-Pre Methods
Observation: * 1st Observation or 5-Wk
1a. Demonstrates knowledge Proficient
of content (please see descriptions below) *
1b. Demonstrates knowledge Developing
of students (please see descriptions below) *
1c. Sets instructional outcomes Developing
(please see descriptions below) *
1d. Designs coherent Developing
instruction (please see descriptions below) *
1e. Designs student Developing
assessment (please see descriptions below) *
Provide Examples/Evidence of Alexander is off to a great start. He currently
Above (Domain 1): is teaching 2 periods of 9th grade U.S. History and Geography. He also observes and has on occasion taught 8th grade U.S. History. The students enjoy having him.
The reason for the "developing" rating above
is because Alexander is currently using the plans and assignments that I have in place. He does adjust his teaching style to the materials.
2a. Creates an environment of Proficient
respect and rapport that establishes a culture for learning (please see descriptions below) *
2b. Manages classroom Proficient
procedures (please see descriptions below) *
2c. Manages student behavior Developing
(please see descriptions below) *
Provide Examples/Evidence of Alexander is doing an excellent job of
Above (Domain 2): engaging students in class. He has worked hard to learn all of their names quickly. He is using many different engaging techniques that includes all students in each class.
He is starting class with a warm-up, has the
students recite the learning target, and then starts the lesson. He currently is using techniques such as: table huddle, 30 second interviews, open board, shout outs, oral readings, buddy find, etc.
3a. Communicates with Developing
students (please see descriptions below) *
3b. Uses instructional Proficient
strategies (please see descriptions below) *
3c. Engages students in Developing
learning (please see descriptions below) *
3d. Uses assessment in Developing
instruction (please see description below) *
3e. Demonstrates flexibility & Developing
responsiveness (please see description below) *
Provide Examples/Evidence of As mentioned previously, Alexander is using
Above (Domain 3): many different engaging techniques that involve all students in a class period. He is learning more every day. He has taken assignments home and graded them. He has entered grades in Power School (on line grade book), and offered PBIS Reward points.
When I was at an in-service, Alexander took
all of my classes "flying solo" and doing a fantastic job!
4a. Shows Professional Proficient
Responsibilities (please see descriptions below) *
Additional Comments: I feel Alexander has a bright future ahead of
him! He is easy to talk to, gets along well with other staff, and has earned the respect of our students. I feel that by the time we do the next evaluation, Alexander will be even more confident, and proficient in many more areas.