University of

Lethbridge
Field
EDUCATION 2500 Experience
Student Teacher Report To be completed by
Faculty of Education Teacher Associate

Student Teacher: Kern Lynn Haney-Vanderberg C) Fall

Teacher Associate: Aaron Fitcheft Semester: C) Spring
University Consultant: Paul Bohnert ( Summer
Grade Level Taught: Grade 4/5 multiage Year: 2015
School: Senator Buchanan Elementary School

Instructions:
For each field experience outcome below indicate the student teachers level of performance: either Not Meeting
Expectations, Meeting Expectations, or Exceeding Expectations. Most students fall within the Meeting Expectations
category unless there is clear evidence for Not Meeting Expectations or Exceeding Expectations. For students within the
Meeting Expectations category, please indicate level of performance.
At the end of each section, please provide comments regarding the practicum outcome.

1. Professional Growth and Reflection

The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to:
communicate verbally, non-verbally, and in writing. .2
reflect critically and analytically on own teaching and learning experiences. .
identify teachers professional responsibilities.
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a) document observations, experiences, and interactions throughout the practicum.

b) analyze and interpret observations, experiences, and interactions throughout the
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e) engage in thoughtful decision-making.
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f) document professional learning from practicum experiences El [ [ [7 l
g) respond to feedback by listening to, evaluating, and responding to suggestions.
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Comments:

Kern Lynn demonstrates proficiency in her professional growth and reflection exercises. It has been a pleasure to read the
journal entries that she has diligently and thoughtfully recorded. Kern Lynn offers careful observation of her experiences and
interactions throughout the practicum. I find that she is engaging in thoughtful decision-making and continuous
self-assessment and evaluation. It is always interesting to converse with Kern Lynn on her professional and practical learning
throughout the practicum, and I believe she is honest and sincere in her reflections. Discussions with Kern Lynn regarding
teacher professional responsibilities are always thought-provoking and engaging. I appreciate that I am able to raise issues of
professional responsibility, the complexity of teacher working realities, and teaching and learning experiences with Kern Lynn.
Conversely, Kern Lynn also raises important issues that she has come across in order that she and I can discuss them. I find
sincerity in her consideration for these critical issues, and I am thankful for her reflective and thoughtful nature. Professional
Growth and Reflection is a consistent and vitally important part of success as an educator, and I believe Kern Lynn is
prepared to engage in these activities throughout her journey in the Education Faculty.

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2. Relationships
The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to: . .5 .5
establish a positive rapport with members of the learning community. . . .

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b) establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships with Teacher Associate. [] [El ] [71 Li
c) establish and maintain positive and respectful relationships with other members of the
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Comments:
Kern Lynn has an exceptional ability to build rapport with members of the learning community. From the beginning of her
practicum in our school, I noticed her naturally positive attitude and support of respectful relationships with learners, myself the
Teacher Associate, and other members of the school community. Not only does Kern Lynn support positive and respectful
relationships, these are an expectation of her personal and professional conduct. I appreciate that she supports all learners in
the classroom and I am happy to report that she made sincere efforts to spend individualized time with all learners in the
classroom regardless of ability, behaviours, attitude, or academic needs.

3. Directs Learning
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respond to the diverse needs of learners.
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f) promote flexible thinking and consideration of multiple perspectives. FEl tEl LI [l Ti
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h) maintain positive expectations for all learners. Ti El LI [71 Ti
i) organize and plan adequately for simple instructional tasks. El El [71 [El Ti
j) communicate verbally (e.g. tone, volume, expressiveness, grammar, language). [El [El [El [7 Ti
k) communicate non-verbally (e.g. gestures, expressions, eye contact, congruence
between verbal and non-verbal communication).

I) communicate in writing (e.g. handwriting, spelling, punctuation, grammar, syntax and

word choice).
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Comments:

Kern Lynn exhibits a keen ability to direct student learning and she demonstrates promising potential to consistently improve. I
am impressed with all aspects of her communication skills, and I appreciate that she responds appropriately to the needs of
the classroom (and individual students) as they change throughout the lesson. Kern Lynn maintains positive expectations of
all learners through setting the tone, and responding appropriately to student needs. While she interacts effectively and
provides learners with focused feedback, she will benefit from providing consistently clear direction to the students and
offering consistent reminders of what she expects of them. As Kern Lynn continues in the Faculty of Education, I know that
she will also continue planning adequately for instructional tasks. Thank you for sharing your skills with us, Kern Lynn!

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4. Classroom Management and Leadership g
The ED 2500 student teacher will be able to:
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maintain established academic and behavioral expectations, procedures, and
routines.
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g) motivate and engage learners through organization and creativity. [ Li Ti E] L
Comments:
Kern Lynn exhibits strength in her classroom management and leadership skills. Entering a busy, diverse, and challenging
multiage classroom is not an easy task, yet she reinforced and maintained our established behavioural expectations,
classroom routines/procedures, and academic expectations. Kern Lynn monitored and responded appropriately to student
behaviour by first observing my interactions with the students in light of several different scenarios, and then modeling her
interventions upon those I demonstrated. I appreciate Kern Lynns dynamic enthusiasm, with-it-ness, and passion!

5. Professional Conduct and Ethics

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make appropriate personal and professional decisions. .

demonstrate personal and professional conduct and attributes as defined by the Faculty of . .

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a) act in a manner that respects the dignity and rights of all persons without prejudice as to race, religious
beliefs, color, gender, sexual orientation, physical characteristics, age, ancestry or place of origin.

b) treat pupils, peers, school personnel, and faculty with dignity and respect and is considerate of their
circumstances.
c) act in a responsible manner, which includes being punctual, dependable, trustworthy, consistent, and
reliable.
d) recognize that attendance in practicum courses and professional semesters is a professional
responsibility.
e) show maturity and judgment.
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f) demonstrate a commitment to teaching through interest in learning about teaching, consulting,
questioning, reading and discussion.
g) criticize (verbally or in writing) the professional competence or professional reputation of others only in
confidence to proper officials and only after the other person has been informed of the criticism.
h) respect the confidentiality of information about pupils, peers, school personnel, or faculty received in
confidence or in the course of professional duties.
i) act in a manner that maintains the honor and dignity of the profession and the University of Lethbridge.
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j)does not make representations on behalf of the Faculty of Education, the University of Lethbridge, the
school, or the profession.

Comments:

Kern Lynn makes appropriate personal and professional decisions as they relate to her role in this placement. She acts in a
manner that respects the rights of all persons without prejudice and she treats all she interacts with in a way that maintains
their dignity. Kern Lynn has been incredibly responsible throughout her placement and she attends to aspects of punctuality,
reliability, and trustworthiness. It has been a pleasure to work with such a respectful and professional student teacher who
shows maturity and good judgment in her decisions.

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6. General Comments:

It has been a pleasure to work with Kern Lynn during her Ed 2500 placement this summer. She demonstrates true
professionalism and a maturity in decision making beyond her amount of experience in the classroom. With calm and poise,
Kern Lynn has proficiently executed classroom management techniques, student behavioural intervention strategies, and
one-to-one student support throughout her practicum. I appreciate Kern Lynns ability to model her professionalism on what
she knows is necessary for her practicum expectations, as well as what she judges to be appropriate within the context of the
school environment. She exhibits a strong ability to judge situations and respond appropriately. There is no doubt Kern Lynn is
exhibiting skills beyond what is required at this stage of her professional learning and growth, and I am thankful she was
chosen as our student teacher this semester!

Recommendation to the Date: Il A (El1(-

Faculty of Education: Signatures:

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Recommended for Admission / Teacher

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PASS Highly Recommended for Admission

PASS Recommended for Admission

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PASS but Not Recommended for Admission

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