TEACHER EVALUATION FORM

Teacher Evaluator Date : : : Department Title Start Time : : : Subject : End Time:

1st Area: Teacher demonstrates leadership

1. Teacher leads in his/her classroom. Not Demonstrated Developing (Comment required) Proficient Accomplished Distinguished

and ( ) Understands how they contribute to students graduating from pre/ primary/ secondary school. ( ) Takes responsibility for the progress of students to ensure that they graduate from primary / high school. ( ) Uses data to understand the skills and abilities of students. ( ) Establish a safe and orderly classroom.

and ( ) Communicates to students the vision of being prepared for life in st the 21 century. ( ) Evaluates students progress using a variety of assessment data. ( ) Creates a classroom culture that empowers students to work together.

and ( ) Encourages students to take responsibility for their own learning.

( ) Uses classroom assessment data to inform program planning. ( ) Empowers and encourages students to create and maintain a safe and supportive school and community environment.

2. Teacher demonstrates leadership in school. and ( ) Display awareness of the goals of the school improvement plan. ( ) Participates in suggesting / developing and/ or implementing the school improvement plan. and ( ) Work with supervisor/ management on school improvement activities. and ( ) Plays a leadership role in implementing school improvement plan.

3. Teacher leads the teaching profession. and ( ) Has knowledge of opportunities and the need for professional growth and begins to establish relationships with colleagues. Contributes to the: ( ) improvement of the profession through professional growth ( ) establishment of positive working relationships. ( ) schools decisionmaking as required and ( ) Promotes positive working relationships through professional growth activities ( ) Supports colleagues by giving advice / working together to accomplish their tasks. and ( ) Seeks opportunities to lead professional growth activities and decisionmaking processes.

4. Teacher advocates for schools. and ( ) Knows about the policies, practices and rules that affect students learning. ( ) Supports positive change in policies, practices and rules that affect students learning. and ( ) Participates in developing policies, practices and rules to improve students learning. and ( ) Actively participates, promotes and provides strong supporting evidence for implementation of initiatives to improve education.

5. Teacher demonstrates high ethical standards according to Teachers Code and Conduct. and and ( ) Understands the importance of ethical behaviour as outlined in the Teachers Code of Conduct. ( ) Demonstrates ethical behaviour as outlined in the Teachers Code of Conduct. ( ) Knows and upholds the Teachers Code of Conduct.

and ( ) Models the standards of the Teachers Code of Conduct.

2nd Area: Teacher establishes a respectful learning environment for all students
1. Teacher provides an environment that is positive, respectful, supportive and inclusive for every student. Not Demonstrated Developing Proficient Accomplished Distinguished (Comment required) and ( ) Appreciates and understands the need to build supportive relationships. ( ) Creates an inviting, respectful, inclusive, supportive learning environment. and ( ) Maintains a positive and supportive learning environment. and ( ) Encourages and advises other teachers to provide a positive and supportive learning environment for every student.

2. Teacher values all students equally with high expectations regardless of their backgrounds. and and ( ) Holds high expectation of students. ( ) Communicate high expectations for all students. ( ) Encourages and values contributions of students, regardless of background or ability.

and ( ) Helps students to hold high expectations for themselves and their peers.

3. Teacher creates an environment that is physically and emotionally safe. and ( ) Clarify standards of conduct, rule and regulation to all students. ( ) Uses a variety of effective classroom management techniques. and ( ) Anticipates and responds consistently, effectively and respectfully to the behavior of students. ( ) Makes decisions and adjustments that and ( ) Creates classrooms in which students take active roles in maintaining an enriching environment that is conducive to learning.

( ) Provides a safe learning environment that accommodates all

support positive behaviour, enhance social behaviour and increase students motivation and engagement in productive work. 4. Teacher motivates students to work productively and assume responsibility for their own learning. and ( ) Encourages student to cultivate interest and curiousity about the subject. ( ) Establishes recognition methods and relate them to specific student achievement, either individually or in groups. (Cotton, 1999) and ( ) Encourages selfdirected learning by teaching students to outline tasks and timelines. (Cotton, 1999) ( ) Plays different roles in teaching process (teacher, facilitator, instructor based on the content, focus of learning and students needs. and ( ) Works with other teachers to support the design of independent learning experiences for students, such as service-learning activities and cooperative learning groups.

students.

5. Teacher creates learning situations in which students work independently, collaboratively and/or as a whole class. and ( ) Shows awareness of using different learning situations, such as independent, small group and whole class. ( ) Uses flexible learning situations, such as independent, small group and whole class. and ( ) Uses cooperative learning activities. and ( ) Creates environments where students initiate purposeful learning groups and take responsibility for the groups productivity. ( ) Models and assists other teachers in implementing a variety of learning situations in their classrooms.

( ) Develops guidelines and models cooperative learning.

( ) Offers students opportunities for independent practice and reflection on new concepts and skills. 6. Teacher maintains an environment that is conducive to learning for all students. and ( ) Shows awareness of the importance to maintain conducive learning environment for all students. ( ) Begins class purposefully, with assignments, activities, materials and supplies ready for students. (Cotton, 1999). ( ) Makes transitions between learning and

( ) Combine independent, collaborative and whole-class learning situations to maximize students understanding and learning.

and ( ) Influences the establishment of school policies to maximize the amount of class time spent in learning, such as daily scheduling, textbooks and technology enhancement.

( ) Conducts reviews of classroom routines and revise them as needed. (Cotton, 1999).

activities and instructional time effectively. 7. Teacher works closely with the families / guardians of their students. and ( ) Responds to family concerns. ( ) Communicates and works with the family when students do not turn up for school regularly when students face difficulties in learning about students learning progress etc. and ( ) Recognizes students family problems such as financial problem etc. and seeks solution to overcome them. and ( ) Promotes trust and understanding throughout the school community.

3rd Area: Teacher knows the content he/she teaches

1. Teacher understands school curriculum priorities and the Malaysian academic content standards. Not Demonstrated Developing Proficient Accomplished Distinguished (Comment required) and and and ( ) Shows awareness of the important content, concepts and processes in school curriculum priorities and Malaysian syllabus. ( ) Teaches according to Malaysian syllabus. ( ) Extends and enriches curriculum by integrating new ideas from other countries curriculum and Malaysian syllabus. and ( ) Applies the subject knowledge beyond the content in the assigned subject. ( ) Identifies the relevant research, principles, theories and debates significant to the content he/she teaches. ( ) Seeks opportunities to enhance and extend their content knowledge. ( ) Studies and evaluates the curriculum content and recommend changes to revise school curriculum.

2. Teacher knows their content of their subjects well. and ( ) Demonstrates a basic level of content knowledge in the assigned teaching subject. ( ) Demonstrates an appropriate level of content knowledge in the assigned teaching subject.

and ( ) Extends subject knowledge beyond content in their teaching subject.

( ) Integrates different viewpoints, theories and processes of inquiry to guide their thinking and lesson planning.

( ) Continue to deepens their knowledge of content through new learning and use it to support the growth of other teachers. 3. Teacher understands and uses suitable teaching methods to teach the central concepts and skills of the subjects effectively.

 and ( ) Shows awareness of suitable teaching methods to teach central concepts and skills of the subjects. ( ) Demonstrates understanding of how students conceptual frameworks and common misconceptions can influence learning.

and ( ) Anticipates and adjusts learning experiences to address common misconceptions of the subject. ( ) Engages students in generating knowledge and testing hypothesis according to the methods used in the content area.

and ( ) Evaluates teaching methods to determine their accuracy and usefulness in presenting specific ideas and concepts.

( ) Incorporate content-specific learning strategies to analyze, build and adapt new understandings. 4. Teacher understands the relationship of knowledge within the subject and other subjects. and and ( ) Prepares opportunities for students to apply learning from different content areas to solve problems. 5. Teacher connects content to relevant life experiences and career opportunities. and and ( ) Uses a variety of resources to enable students to experience, connect and practice real-life and career applications, through activities such as service learning, role playing. 6. Teacher promotes global awareness and its relevance to subjects they teach. and and ( ) Display global awareness. ( ) Promotes global awareness and its relevance to the subject. ( ) Integrates global awareness activities throughout lesson plans and classroom instructional practices. ( ) Display awareness to relevant life experiences and career opportunities. ( ) Facilitate learning experiences that connect to real-life situations and careers. ( ) Shows awareness of the importance in linking knowledge of different subjects. ( ) Make relevant content connections between subjects.

and ( ) Designs projects that require students to integrate knowledge and skills across several content areas (Cotton, 1999).

and ( ) Designs innovative learning activities that portray real life and workplace activities. ( ) Models for other teachers to integrate learning with real-life and workplace experiences. and ( ) Promotes global awareness and its relevance to all teachers, influencing curriculum and teaching practices throughout the school.

4th Area: Teacher facilitates learning for their students

1. Teacher recognizes the learning needs of all students, including students who are gifted and students who are academically challenged. Not Demonstrated Developing Proficient Accomplished Distinguished (Comment required) and and and ( ) Shows awareness of the existence of students with different needs. ( ) Gathers and uses students data to choose appropriate teaching methods for different group of students. ( ) Creates innovative methods, strategies and materials to accomplish individual learning goals. ( ) Creates professional development opportunities for colleagues to study research-based methodologies and design materials that support students individual learning needs. and ( ) Be prepared of students possible misunderstandings and develops teaching techniques proactively to reduce problems.

2. Teacher communicates effectively. and ( ) Demonstrates the ability to communicate with students effectively. ( ) Uses a variety of methods for communication with all students. and ( ) Creates a variety of methods to communicate with all students.

3. Teacher uses variety of teaching methods. and ( ) Shows awareness of the variety of methods and materials to meet each students needs. ( ) Shows awareness or use of suitable methods and materials necessary to meet each students needs. and ( ) Ensures the success of all students through the selection and utilization of suitable methods and materials. and ( ) Stays alongside of emerging research areas, new and innovative materials and incorporates them into lesson plans.

4. Teacher integrates and utilizes technology in their teaching. and ( ) Assesses effective types of technology to use for teaching. ( ) Demonstrates knowledge of how to utilize technology in teaching.

and ( ) Integrates technology with teaching to maximize student learning.

and ( ) Provides evidence of student engagement in higher level thinking skills through the integration of technology.

5. Teacher helps students to develop critical-thinking and problem solving skills. and and ( ) Understands the importance of ( ) Demonstrates knowledge of Teaches students the processes

and ( ) Encourages and assists other teachers

developing students critical-thinking and problem solving skills.

processes needed to support students in acquiring critical thinking skills and problem solving skills.

needed to: ( ) think creatively and critically, ( ) develop and test innovative ideas, ( ) combine knowledge, ( ) draw conclusions, ( ) exercise and communicate sound reasoning, ( ) understand connections, ( ) make complex choices, and ( ) frame, analyze and solve problems.

to integrate critical thinking and problem solving skills into their lesson plans.

6. Teacher helps students to develop communication skills. and ( ) Provides opportunities for students to present their thoughts and ideas. ( ) Consistently encourages and supports students to present their thought and ideas.

and ( ) Creates classroom practices which encourage all students to develop effective communication skills.

and ( ) Creates appropriate grading system throughout the school to encourage students to develop effective communication skills.

7. Teacher helps students to work in groups and develop leadership qualities. and and ( ) Provides opportunities for cooperation, collaboration, and leadership through student learning teams. ( ) Organizes student learning teams for the purpose of developing cooperation, collaboration, and student leadership. ( ) Encourages students to create and manage learning teams.

and ( ) Fosters the development of student leadership and teamwork skills to be used beyond the classroom.

8. Teacher uses a variety of method to assess what each student has learned. and and ( ) Uses indicators to monitor and evaluate student progress. ( ) Uses multiple indicators, both formative and summative, to monitor and evaluate student progress. ( ) Uses the information gained from the assessment activities to improve teaching practice and student learning.

and ( ) Teaches students and encourages them to use peer and selfassessment feedback to assess their own learning.

5th Area: Teacher reflects on his/her practice

1. Teacher analyzes students learning. Not Demonstrated Developing (Comment required) Proficient Accomplished Distinguished

and ( ) Recognizes the need to improve student learning in the classroom. ( ) Provides ideas about what can be done to improve students learning in their classroom.

and ( ) Thinks systematically and critically about learning in their classroom: Why learning happens and what can be done to improve students achievement.

and ( ) Provides a detailed analysis about what can be done to improve students learning and uses such analyses to adapt teaching practices and materials within the classroom and at the school level.

2. Teacher takes professional growth seriously. and ( ) Understands the importance of professional development. ( ) Participates in professional development aligned with professional goals. and ( ) Participates in professional development activities aligned with goals and students needs. and ( ) Applies and implements knowledge and skills learned from professional development.

3. Teacher functions effectively in a complex, dynamic environment. and ( ) Is knowledgeable of current researchbased approaches to teaching and learning. ( ) Considers and uses a variety of researchbased approaches to improve teaching and learning.

and ( ) Actively investigates, considers and uses alternative research based approaches to improve teaching and learning.

and ( ) Adapts professional practice based on data and evaluates impact on student learning.

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Note: The teachers signature on this form represents neither acceptance nor approval of the report. It does, however, indicate that the teacher has reviewed the report with the evaluator and may reply in writing. The signature of the principal or evaluator verifies that the report has been reviewed and will be handed to the management for further evaluation. References: North Carolina Teacher Evaluasion Process, Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning. Available at: http://www.nga.org/files/live/sites/NGA/files/pdf/1112EFFECTIVENESSNCEVAL.PDF Ohio Standards for the Teaching Profession. Available at: http://www.google.com.my/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=standard%20between%20proficient%20and%20distinguished&source=web&cd =7&ved=0CEkQFjAG&url=http%3A%2F%2Fesb.ode.state.oh.us%2FWord%2FOh_Standards_For_TchingProf_8_30_06.doc&ei=P m8iT-HmC4f3rQeukPjDCA&usg=AFQjCNE-_NuFLsDePnDk-ISsPqNMUkNi_Q Cotton, K., Effective Schooling Practices: A Research Synthesis 1995 Update. Portland, OR: Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory [online], 1995. Available at: http://www.nwrel.org/scpd/esp/esp95.html