Kutztown University Elementary, Middle Level, Library and Technology Education Department (EMLT)
Student Teaching PreK-4 Field Observation Instrument
X Lesson Observation
Teacher Candidate Kaitlyn Groff
Subject Math Time 10:00-10:45
Not
Met
1. Planning and Preparation – used for evidence before the lesson
a. i. Displays knowledge of content in plan
a. ii. Displays knowledge of pedagogy in
plan
b. Displays knowledge of students through
accommodations/differentiations in plan
c. Sets instructional outcomes evident in
plan
d. Plans for use of resources, materials,
technology, etc. available and evident in
plan
e. Designs coherent developmentally
appropriate instruction
f. Designs measurable student assessment
that aligns to standards, objectives, and
instruction
2. The Classroom Environment – used for evidence during the lesson
a. Establishes and maintains respect and
rapport for students
b. Supports a positive culture for learning
along with high expectations for all
students
c. Uses and maintains classroom
procedures, including appropriate
transitions
d. Sets behavioral expectations, monitors
behavior, and uses positive classroom
management techniques
e. Promotes a safe and equitable physical
learning space
3. Instruction – used for evidence during the lesson
a. Communicates effectively with students
Supervisor / Mentor Teacher Signature____________________________ Teacher Candidate Signature_______________________
_______ General Assessment
Mentor Teacher & School Katie Bisbing, UP 4/5 Center
Date2/9/20 KU Supervising Faculty Professor Kern
Acceptable Proficient N/A Evidence
X Well written lesson plan, connected the
lesson to correct standards.
X innovative and creative teaching
X Exit ticket from prior lessons provided
feedback for students’ current
understanding.
X Formative assessment driven
X Very well created lesson. Utilized
technology correctly, found supplemental
material to help students engage in the
lesson more.
X All parts of the lesson are connected and
aligned to PA Standards
X Exit ticket was well designed
Lesson was directly connected to the
standards and objectives laid out in the
plan.
GNAG format was well applied-emphasis
on goal being restated and I can
throughout the lesson.
X Gave positive feedback and asked
students to explain their thinking and their
work. Gave out Dojo points to keep
students engaged.
X Asked guiding questions throughout the
lesson to assess understanding as well as
clarification.
X Gave breaks as needed
Used “attention getters” that students
were familiar with.
X Refocused attention when needed.
Gave positive reinforcement as needed.
Responded to disruptions as needed.
X Able to respond to a variety of students
need as well as distractions caused by
students.
X Communicated directly and explicitly with
students
Gave clear instructions
Adopted by
Kern – Spring Semester 2021
 Asked guided questions as needed
b. Uses a variety of critical thinking X Thumbs up thumbs down
questions and promotes questions and Raise your hand if you agree/disagree
discussion Asked students to explain their thinking

c. i. Engages students in challenging X Scaffolded as needed

learning tasks
c. ii. Scaffolds student learning X Has support in plan/asked guiding
questions to help students that were
struggling
Allowed students to see additional
examples before they were asked to
demonstrate thinking
c. iii. Paces appropriately and adjusts when X Lesson pace was great, monitored timed
needed and adjusted as needed.

d. Integrates/records formative Exit ticket

assessments throughout lesson and gives Thumbs up Thumbs Down
X
student feedback that is timely and specific Check ins
to objective(s)
e. Demonstrates flexibility and X Struggling students were guided in their
responsiveness by teaching to student thinking when they participated/solved.
**Guided Replacement student through
needs
process** 
4. Professional Responsibilities– used for evidence before or during the
lesson

a. Reflects thoughtfully on self- X Kaitlyn is her own worse critic, often

improvement pointing out what when wrong rather
than what went right. As she continues to
teach the lessons, her confidence has
improved.
b. Communicates effectively with families X
c. Participates in the professional X Works through lunch and prep with me to
community prepare her lessons. Also meets with
teacher partner and virtual teacher to
ensure contiguous teaching both in hybrid
and virtual.
Volunteered to run Valentine’s
Celebration and created the activity.
Meets weekly with grade level team and
department for PLCs.
d. Displays high standards of X Professional dress & demeanor
professionalism –PA code — Appropriate disposition (see KU COE
candidate dispositions rubric)
Demonstrates dependability
Makes genuine efforts to assume
professional responsibilities
Punctuality on due dates & daily
attendance
Professional communication (written and
oral)

Additional Comments:
Kaitlyn has shown initative since day 1 of student teaching. She immediately began working with students and made an effort to not only
learn their names but also learn about them. She has shown growth in the lessons she has taught thus far. Her enthusiasm within the
classroom is contagious!

Supervisor / Mentor Teacher Signature____________________________ Teacher Candidate Signature_______________________

Adopted by
Kern – Spring Semester 2021