Hope College Mail - EDUC31101 Clinical Experience Final Evaluation for Alicia Sorg 5/2/23, 4:56 PM

Alicia Sorg <alicia.sorg@hope.edu>

EDUC31101 Clinical Experience Final Evaluation for Alicia Sorg

Hope College Education Department <surveys@hope.edu> Tue, Apr 25, 2023 at 11:21 AM
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To: alicia.sorg@hope.edu

 
Teacher Candidate Assessment Tool Final Results
 
PLACEMENT INFORMATION
Teacher Candidate: Alicia Sorg Mentor Teacher: Carrie Johnson
City, State: Holland, Michigan School/Organization 1: (25) Lakewood Elementary School
School/Organization 2: School/Organization 3:
Subject Area: All Subjects Grade or Age Level: 5th 
Course: EDUC31101 and EDUC28302 College Professor: Susan Brondyk and Mihyun Han
Course Semester: Spring 2023 Evaluation Level: 2B
 
PLACEMENT DESCRIPTION
Description of student teaching setting (i.e. cultural/ethnic This is a fifth grade class of 22 students. Two students have
diversity, disabled/exceptional populations, community, Autism, while 6 students participate in gifted and talented
etc.): programming. 55% are white, 18% are black, and 27% are
mixed race. As a school, 42% of our students qualify for free
or reduced lunch. Our elementary school is one of the highest
performing in the area according to standardized testing data,
and has an involved parent base.
Racially/Ethnically Diverse Experience (defined as 20% or
Yes
more racial/ethnic diversity in this classroom, not the school)
Socio-economically Diverse Experience (defined as 20% or
more low socio-economic diversity in this classroom, not the Yes
school)
Classroom includes students with exceptional
Yes
needs (defined as students with a disability or gifted students)
 
RATING SCALE
4 3 2 1 0
Developing Does not Meet
Exceeds Expectations Meets Expectations Not Observable
Expectations Expectations
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 1: ETHICAL EDUCATOR

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Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments

Demonstrates responsibility and maturity 3
Demonstrates respect 3
Displays a positive attitude when interacting with students 3
Demonstrates a commitment to reach all students 4 Ali wrote personal notes to all students, highlighting their
different strengths, interests, etc. This showed that during
her time in our classroom, she really took the time to get to
know each student.
Demonstrates personal integrity which shows in truth and 3
honesty
Demonstrates equity 3
Demonstrates passion for teaching 3
Demonstrates perseverance 3
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 2: SKILLED COMMUNICATOR
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Communicates with students and families 3
Communicates high expectations for students' learning 3
Communicates clear expectations for conduct 3
Establishes and communicates procedures 3
Gives clear directions 3
Explains content accurately 3
Speaks articulately and with expression 3
Communicates at a professional level 3
Communicates in a culturally appropriate way 3
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 3: ENGAGED PROFESSIONAL
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Complies with district/school/placement site policies 3
Respects confidentiality of the classroom 3
Establishes and maintains professional relationships with 4 Ali worked with both myself, but also my teaching partner,
colleagues in discussing lesson plans, partnering to plan and create
new lessons. She was also extremely helpful when a
guest teacher was in my room, working to assist and help
wherever needed. After those days, my guest teacher
reached out to tell me how amazing Ali was.
Seeks involvement in a culture of professional inquiry 3
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 4: CURRICULUM DEVELOPER
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Demonstrates knowledge of the subject area 3
Demonstrates knowledge of curriculum 3
Develops clear, measurable objectives 3
Plans clearly structured lessons 3

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Integrates content across disciplines 3

Designs meaningful learning experiences 3
Plans differentiated instruction based on individual student 3
differences
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 5: EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTOR
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Assesses student learning 3
Maximizes instructional time 3
Engages students in subject matter 3
Creates a learning environment 3
Demonstrates enthusiasm for the content 3
Facilitates classroom discussions 3
Encourages students to explain their thinking 3
Monitors student learning 3
Implements suitable pacing 3
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 6: DECISION MAKER
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Chooses appropriate materials 3
Creates a safe environment 3
Addresses student behavior 3
Capitalizes on teachable moments 3
Demonstrates responsiveness to students 3
 
PROFESSIONAL ABILITY 7: REFLECTIVE PRACTITIONER
Ability Rating Exceeds Expectations Comments
Identifies and uses research-based best practices 3
Applies knowledge of human growth, development and 3
learning theories
Utilizes technology to enhance instruction 3
Helps students access and use technology 3
Engages in meaningful reflection of lessons 4 After each lesson, Ali would dive into reflection. She was
accurate in her sharing of what went well, and what areas
could be modified for more success in the future. She was
always spot on in her reflections, and thoughtful during this
process. Additionally, she was always open to what I had
to say. This was always meaningful and reflective dialogue
together.
Utilizes feedback to inform teaching 3
 
STRENGTHS IN WORK:
Ali did an amazing job in my classroom this semester. She served two placements here, and put in more time than was required.
She genuinely loves the students, and took the time to get to know each of them - not just academically, but personal information

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too. She would follow up on their interests and activities on a day to day basis. Ali also was successful teaching a variety of
lessons. She participated in both small group and whole group teaching experiences, and covered a variety of content areas.
Her lessons were well planned and thought out, utilized technology, and were engaging for the students. Ali also showed herself
to be collaborative. She worked with both myself, and my grade level partner. She asked great questions, was interested in
learning all that she could about teaching, and felt more like a teammate than a college placement student. Ali was also
assertive, taking time to meet the principal of my building, and spent time meeting with him to learn more about the school and
teaching from his perspective as well. Everyone who met Ali and worked with her at my building was very impressed with her
demeanor and potential.
 
SUGGESTIONS FOR GROWTH:
As Ali teaches more and more lessons on a consistent basis, she will grow in being able to plan for the timing of her lessons.
This is always a hard thing for young teachers. Student teaching in the fall semester will also help Ali see how to create
classroom expectations from day one, and establish her own routines and plans in relation to student behavior. As Ali teaches
more, she will be able to manage behavior in conjunction with teaching. This wasn't an issue for her, but is an area where it is
different when you are the only adult in the classroom.
 
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
Ali was outstanding. She was one of the strongest Hope students I have had in recent history. My principal was so impressed by
her as well that he asked her to student teach in our building in the spring. This says a lot! I look forward to working more with
her next year.
 
RECOMMENDATION FOR STUDENT Highly Recommend: consistently outstanding quality work
TEACHING:
  
ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE: Carrie Johnson

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