Cooperating Teacher Final Evaluation: Site 1

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PAGE 1: Personal Information

Q1: Teacher Candidate's Name

Lauren Reinke

Q2: Endorsement Area

Elementary

Q3: Age/Grade

21/Senior

Q4: Internship Start Date

1-5-15

Q5: Internship End Date

2-27-15

Q6: School

Atlantic Shores Christian School

Q7: District

Private

Q8: Evaluator's Name

Sarah Portervint

Q9: Evaluator's Position

6th grade teacher

PAGE 2: Instructional Planning and Delivery

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Q10: Using the following scale, please rate the teacher candidate's performance in each of the areas
below.
Uses formal and informal assessment data to make
instructional decisions.

Above Average

Plans instruction based on objectives and core

curriculum demands.

Outstanding

Designs instruction that academically addresses

learning style and motivation, as well as behavioral
and academic needs.

Outstanding

Plans instruction based on diagnostic teaching.

Above Average

Designs instruction that includes review, teacher

presentation, guided and independent practice,
immediate feedback, and delayed testing.

Outstanding

Designs and implements instruction that facilitates

retention and transfer.

Outstanding

Involves students with daily visual charting of

academic and behavioral performance.

Above Average

Demonstrates effective use of instructional time.

Above Average

Uses relevant example and demonstration to illustrate

concepts and skills.

Outstanding

Makes efficient transitions between instructional

activities.

Above Average

Summarizes the main points at the end of the lesson.

Above Average

Incorporates all language modes in instructional

planning and delivery.

Outstanding

Uses signals, cues, and questioning appropriately.

Outstanding

Conducts and uses task analysis.

Outstanding

Integrates effective social skills, as well as career and

vocational skills with academic curricula.

Outstanding

Uses computer technology when appropriate.

Above Average

Uses research-based instructional approaches and

techniques.

Outstanding

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Q11: Please comment on the teacher candidate's overall effectiveness of instruction and the use of
developmentally appropriate strategies.
Lauren consistently provided instruction that was not only curriculum based, but also engaging for the
students. She addressed student questions and problems appropriately. Her plans considered all types of
learning styles. She did, however, have some difficulty with time management. In her defense, our schedule
was not consistent every day. Teaching is all about being flexible, and Lauren worked on adjusting her plans
and activities accordingly. Overall, Lauren did an excellent job instructing the students.

PAGE 3: Behavior Management

Q12: Using the following scale, please rate the teacher candidate's performance in each of the areas
below.
Utilizes a predetermined set of behavior management
rules and procedures.

Outstanding

Anticipates behavior problems (signals, behavioral

indicators) and responds accordingly.

Outstanding

Designs and implements appropriate behavior

intervention plans.

Above Average

Designs and implements strategies for social skills

instruction.

Above Average

Uses knowledge about students to prevent behavior

problems.

Outstanding

Q13: Please comment on the teacher candidate's impact on student discipline.

Lauren quickly became aware of individual personalities and how to manage them in the class setting. Several
times she took students aside to discuss behavior issues and her expectations for classroom behavior.
Q14: Please comment on the teacher candidate's ability to lead the class.
Lauren had excellent control of these sixth grade classes. Her firm, yet calm demeanor established a clear
learning environment. The students respected her and behaved well for her.

PAGE 4: Communication

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Q15: Using the following scale, please rate the teacher candidate's performance in each of the areas
below.
Uses voice tone and facial expressions for emphasis,
management, and expression.

Outstanding

Actively listens and appropriately responds to

students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other
school personnel.

Outstanding

Collaborates with parents, classroom teachers, and

other school/community personnel.

Above Average

Communicates specific information on student

performance to teachers, administrators, parents, and
other school personnel.

Above Average

Chooses language appropriate to learner needs.

Outstanding

Builds an interactive learning community with

students.

Outstanding

Demonstrates ability to problem solve as well as

manage resistance and conflict in interactions with
students and professionals.

Outstanding

Writes appropriate goals and objectives.

Outstanding

Understands and respects individual differences.

Outstanding

PAGE 5: Evaluation and Assessment

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Q16: Using the following scale, please rate the teacher candidate's performance in each of the areas
below.
Examines student educational files and understands
and utilizes assessment data.

Above Average

Conducts and analyzes functional assessment of

behavior.

Above Average

Uses direct observation techniques to gather data and

design behavioral interventions.

Outstanding

Conducts diagnostic assessment for instructional

purposes.

Outstanding

Monitors daily academic progress.

Outstanding

Provides immediate feedback.

Outstanding

Sequences, implements, and evaluates individual

learning objectives.

Outstanding

Critiques daily performance.

Outstanding

Keeps anecdotal record of student behavior.

Outstanding

Q17: Please comment on the teacher candidate's development and implementation of student
assessments and evaluations.
Lauren used the students' oral and written assessments to evaluate and improve her instructional strategies.
She was open for suggestions for ways to improve learning.

PAGE 6: Professional and Ethical Behavior

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Q18: Using the following scale, please rate the teacher candidate's performance in each of the areas
below.
Plans and directs activities of classroom assistants
including paraprofessionals, volunteers, and tutor.

No Opportunity to Observe

Modifies performance based on personal and

professional critiques.

Outstanding

Demonstrates flexibility.

Outstanding

Demonstrates initiative in planning, management, and

professional interactions.

Outstanding

Maintains confidentiality.

Outstanding

Demonstrates effective collaboration in one-to-one and

small group interactions.

Outstanding

Fosters trust in relationships with students, families,

and colleagues.

Outstanding

Receives and responds to constructive feedback.

Outstanding

Q19: Please comment on the teacher candidate's professionalism, atttitudes, and demeanor
throughout the period of observation.
We do have an administrative aide, but Lauren did not have the opportunity to plan/direct the aide's activities.
When conferencing at the end of the day, Lauren was self-aware most of the time of any needed
improvement. She was open to suggestions for ways to strengthen her instruction. Lauren also developed
positive relationships with the students, but maintained the difference between mentor and friend.

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