TEACHER EVALUATION FORM FOR THE GRUNDY

COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE

Teacher _______________________________ Teaching Position __________________
Administrator ___________________________ Title ____________________________
Building _________________________________
Pre-Conference ___/___/___

Formal Observation ___/___/___ Final Conference ___/___/___

Excellent
1. Teachers performance clearly and consistently exceeds normal expectations in the achievement of
objectives
in day-to-day functions of the job.
2. Teacher:
a. Takes on extra projects and tasks
b. Anticipates problems and takes appropriate actions
c. Minimal direction and review is necessary
d. Seeks improvement
e. Shows leadership in cooperative and building-level initiatives
3. Demonstrates professionalism when interacting with administration, colleagues and families
4. Demonstrates exceptional knowledge of subject matter and effectively differentiates instruction for all
learners.

Satisfactory
1. Teachers performance is acceptable in the achievement of objectives and day-to-day functions of the job.
2. Teacher:
a. Requires direction and review
b. Is willing to implement suggested strategies/techniques
c. Consistently and accurately completes district/cooperative procedural requirements
d. Demonstrates knowledge and competency in conducting annual reviews
e. Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter and effectively differentiates instruction for all learners.
3. Teachers performance is steady, reliable and cooperative.

Unsatisfactory
1.
2.
3.
4.

Teacher consistently performs below normal expectations and improvement is required.

Teacher requires frequent supervision, checking and review.
(Tenured) An improvement plan needs to be established to assist the teacher in correcting deficiencies.
(Non-Tenured) May be grounds for non-renewal

EVALUATIVE CRITERIA
A.

Planning and Preparation

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A.5.
A.6.
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Rating: ____________________

Teacher has materials, supplies and equipment ready at the start of the lesson or
instructional activity.
Teacher is prepared to present the lesson and gets students on task quickly at the
beginning of each lesson or instructional activity.
Teacher has instructional plans which are compatible with district wide curricular
goals and Illinois State Learning Standards.
Teacher has instructional plans which match objectives, learning strategies,
assessments, and students needs at the appropriate level of difficulty.
Teacher effectively plans with support personnel.
Teacher provides adequate plans and procedures for substitute teachers.
Teacher uses school and community resources to enrich instruction.

Strengths/Concerns:
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B.

The Classroom Environment

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Rating: _____________________

B.1.

Teacher establishes rules and procedures which govern the handling of routine
administrative matters.
B.2. Teacher establishes rules and procedures which govern student verbal participation
and talk during different types of activities (i.e. whole class instruction, small group
instruction etc.).
B.3. Teacher establishes rules and procedures which govern student movement in the
classroom during different types of instructional activities.
B.4. Teacher frequently monitors the behavior of all students during whole class, small
group and seat work activities and during transitions between instructional activities.
B.5. Teacher stops inappropriate behavior promptly and consistently while maintaining the
dignity of the student.
B.6. Teacher interacts positively, effectively and appropriately with students.
B.7. Teacher shows enthusiasm for curriculum content and conveys the importance of that
content.
B.8. Teacher encourages students to demonstrate pride and quality in their work.
B.9. Teacher encourages students to set goals.
B.10. Teacher maintains stimulating learning environment by displaying correlated bulletin
boards and/or student work.

Strengths/Concerns:
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C.

Instruction
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C.1.
C.2.

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C.4.

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C.5.

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C.6.
C.7.
C.8.

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C.9.
C.10.

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C.11.
C.12.

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C.13.

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C.14.

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C.15.

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C.16.
C.17.
C.18.
C.19.

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C.20.
C.21.

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C.22.
C.23.

Rating: _______________________
Teacher maintains a high level of student time-on-task.
Teacher uses directions and procedures which are clear to students and contain
appropriate levels of detail.
Teacher uses spoken/written language and vocabulary which are clear and age
appropriate.
Teacher asks appropriate levels of questions which students handle with a high rate of
success.
Teacher conducts lessons or instructional activities at a brisk pace and avoids
unnecessary slowdowns, but slows presentations when necessary for student
understanding.
Teacher engages all students in discussions.
Teacher links content to the students prior knowledge and experiences.
Teacher introduces lessons or instructional activities which specify learning
objectives.
Teacher utilizes strategies and resources to promote engaged learning.
Teacher uses a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of a variety of
learners.
Teacher provides opportunities for one to one conferencing with students.
Teacher provides timely feedback which is of consistently high quality and specific to
each student.
Teacher demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness by adjusting the lesson when
appropriate.
Teacher makes transitions between lessons and between instructional activities within
lessons efficiently and smoothly.
Teacher begins lessons or instructional activities with a review of previous material or
with an anticipatory set.
Teacher summarizes the main focus of the lesson during instructional activity.
Teacher maintains clear and reasonable work standards and due dates.
Teacher circulates throughout the classroom to check student performance.
Teacher routinely uses verbal, written and other work products to check student
progress.
Teacher provides corrective and enrichment activities.
Teacher utilizes assessment data to monitor student progress and develop appropriate
remediation activities, which include formative and summative techniques.
Teacher utilizes technology (computer, laser discs, etc.) to enhance instruction.
Teacher effectively utilizes support personnel in the instructional process.

Strengths/Concerns:
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D.

Professional Responsibilities
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D.1.
D.2.
D.3.
D.4.
D.5.
D.6.

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D.7.

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D.8.

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D.9.
D.10.
D.11.

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D.12.

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D.13.
D.14.
D.15.

Rating ___________________

Teacher maintains accurate records to document student performance.

Teacher interacts effectively and appropriately with students.
Teacher is involved in professional growth activities.
Teacher exhibits professionalism and is a role model for other teachers and students.
Teacher maintains appropriate dress and appearance.
Teacher adheres to established laws, policies, rules and regulations regarding
attendance.
Teacher attends committee meetings and other sessions relative to curriculum and
instructional activities.
Teacher is punctual in duties, committee assignments, supervisory assignments,
teacher assignments, and parent-teacher conferences.
Teacher will provide a climate which facilitates communication with parent/guardian.
Teacher makes accurate assessments of lesson effectiveness.
Teacher develops and maintains relationships which demonstrate support and
cooperation with colleagues.
Teacher works with other professionals as an advocate for students to ensure all
students have an opportunity to succeed.
Teacher demonstrates awareness of students health/special needs.
Teacher effectively copes with the demands and stresses of teaching.
Teacher demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness by adjusting to district,
cooperative, or student changes.

Strengths/Concerns:
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OVERALL SUMMATIVE RATING OF EVALUATION CRITERIA

A.

Planning and Preparation

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B.

The Classroom Environment

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C.

Instruction

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D.

Professional Responsibilities

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Final Rating =

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EXCELLENT:

If the overall evaluation has all excellent ratings, the overall rating is
Excellent.

SATISFACTORY:

If the overall evaluation has one satisfactory rating, the overall rating is
Satisfactory.

UNSATISFACTORY:

If the overall evaluation ahs one unsatisfactory rating, the overall rating
is Unsatisfactory.

COMMENTS OF THE ADMINISTRATOR:

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COMMENTS OF THE TEACHER:

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Administrators Signature

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Date

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*Teachers Signature

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Date

*Signature indicates a review of the completed evaluation. It does not signify agreement with
contents.