Mentor Candidate Standard Evaluation

University of California, Los Angeles

Graduate School of Education
& Information Studies
Derived from the California Standards for the Teaching Profession, CCTC Competency and Performance Standards,
and aligned with Teacher Performance Expectations.
Section 1 - General Assessment Information
Candidate Name: Fishoff, Jenna Ashley
Assessment Term
Final
Section 2 - Assessment
Knowledge, Skills and Practices
Description of scoring criteria:
4 = Consistently uses the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and competently.
3 = Demonstrates a developing ability to use the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and competently.
2 = Demonstrates an awareness of the knowledge, skill, and/or practice and its importance., but not able to
demonstrate competent use.
1 = Shows little or no awareness of knowledge, skills, and/or practices in contexts where there should be awareness
and/or use.
N = Evidence or observation opportunity too limited to evaluate knowledge, skill, and/or practice
Domain A: Making Subject Matter Comprehensible To Students - TPE 1
4 Demonstrates knowledge and command of subject matter content.
4 Organizes curriculum to support student understanding of central themes and concepts of subject
matter.
4 Interrelates ideas and information within and across subject matter areas.
4 Utilizes instructional strategies appropriate to the subject matter and student developmental levels.
Comments:
Jenna uses strategies and activities that integrates information across subject areas. She relates content learned to
previous learning, other subject areas, and students personal experiences.
Domain B: Assessing Student Learning - TPE 2, 3
3 Aligns assessment activities with learning goals.
3 Collects and uses multiple sources of information to assess student learning.
4 Involves and guides all students in assessing their own learning.
3 Uses assessment to guide planning and instruction.
3 Communicates appropriately with students, families, and colleagues about student progress.
Comments:
Jenna consistently checks for understanding throughout her lessons. She provides students with constructive verbal and
written feedback in a timely manner. She uses a variety of assessments to determine what students know and are able
to do.
Domain C: Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning - TPE 4, TPE 5, TPE 6, TPE 7
4 Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests with learning goals.
4 Uses a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs of students.
4 Facilitates learning experiences that promote independent and collaborative learning.
4 Engages students in problem solving, critical thinking and other activities that make subject matter
meaningful.
4 Builds on student comments and questions during the lesson.
Comments:
Jenna is really good at relating students learning to real life experiences. She definitely uses a number of different
charts, manipulatives, and visuals to support her teaching. She writes key concepts on the board. Jenna paces the
lessons: slower for new information, faster for review. She encourages class discussions and uses students comments
to guide her instruction.
Domain D: Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for all Students TPE 8, TPE 9
4 Plans instruction that draws on and values the backgrounds, prior knowledge and interests of students.
4 Establishes and clearly articulates goals for student learning.
4 Develops and sequences instructional activities to facilitate student learning.
4 Modifies instructional plans as appropriate to adjust for student engagement and developmental levels.
Comments:
Jenna designs short-term and long-term lessons to facilitate student learning. She uses Instructional Guides to ensure
all standards are taught. She also varies instructional strategies to engage all students. In addition, Jenna integrates
technology and other appropriate materials and resources.
Domain E: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning TPE 10, TPE 11
3 Uses instructional time effectively.
4 Creates a physical environment conducive to learning for all students.
4 Establishes a classroom climate that promotes fairness and respect.
4 Promotes social development and group responsibility.
4 Establishes and maintains standards for student behavior.
4 Plans and implements classroom procedures and routines that support student learning.
Comments:
Jenna maintains standards for student behavior, she implements classroom procedures, and uses instructional time
effectively. She models and promotes fairness, caring, and respect. She also responds to inappropriate behaviors in a
fair and equitable way.
Domain: F: Developing as a Professional Educator TPE 12, TPE 13
4 Maintains professional demeanor and uses appropriate language with students and other professionals
in the school setting.
4 Arrives on time and fulfills obligations at the school site.
4 Appears well groomed and in professional attire.
4 Accepts direction as assigned for completing work related to the assumption of teaching responsibility.
4 Reflects on teaching practice, initiating and accepting ideas for improvement.
Comments:
Jenna is present and punctual regularly. She is always willing and able to go above and beyond my expectations.