Self-Evaluation
Indicator 1
Instructional Organization
Date:
ABCTE ID:
Unsatifactory Fair
Prepares the classroom, resources, and materials to maximize the
time spent on, and the efficiency of, instruction.
Satifactory
Excellent
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Arranges and assigns seats in an appropriate manner.
Communicates procedures and ensures that students follow
established routines and systems.
Decorates the classroom in an appropriate and engaging manner.
Maintains accurate student records and protects students' privacy.
Indicator 2
Lesson Planning
Unsatifactory
Prepares lessons tied directly to the state, district and school
curriculum and objectives.
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Delivers lessons mindful of standardized exams for which the
students will be responsible.
Prepares lessons in advance.
Meets school expectations for lesson plans.
Shows consideration for a diverse classroom population.
Accommodates different learning styles, academic needs, and
developmental levels; complies with student IEPs.
Indicator 3
Content Mastery
Unsatisfactory
Is well versed in content.
Anticipates areas that may be confusing or difficult for students and
provides support as needed.
Answers questions correctly.
Draws connections to similar topics.
Extends learning across disciplines, beyond the classroom, and
makes content relevant to students.
Incorporates reading comprehension, writing, and mathematical
knowledge where relevant across content areas.
Indicator 4
Classroom Management
Unsatifactory
Sets clear expectations for behavior in the classroom.
Enforces rules consistently and fairly.
Employs the least aggressive means of asserting authority based on
the situation.
Is the authority figure in the classroom.
Maintains an orderly and productive classroom.
Indicator 5
Instructional Delivery
Unsatifactory
Presents effective, engaging, and developmentally appropriate
lessons.
Begins lessons with an introductory activity and ends lessons with
an appropriate closure.
Communicates effectively with students.
Provides students with opportunities to practice and apply what they
learn.
Incorporates technology appropriately and effectively.
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Self-Evaluation
Indicator 6
Positive Learning Environment
Unsatifactory
Creates a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to learning,
where students are motivated to participate in class and learn.
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Fair
Satifactory
Comments and Suggested Action Plan:
Excellent
Establishes a bond with students and demonstrates a respect for
differences and diversity within and beyond the classroom.
Encourages collaboration and a sense of community among
students, promoting democracy and citizenship.
Addresses student needs positively.
Sets high academic expectations for students.
Indicator 7
Classroom Assessment
Unsatifactory
Uses effective questioning techniques.
Assesses frequently and appropriately.
Develops students' abilities to think critically, solve problems, and
analyze and synthesize information.
Develops assessments that are aligned with the curriculum.
Uses individual and whole class assessment data to guide and
adjust instruction.
Eliminates bias in assessments to ensure fairness and accuracy in
assessment procedures.
Provides accommodations, modifications or alternate assessments
for students with special needs.
Provides students with specific, constructive feedback that will help
them meet instructional goals.
Indicator 8
Professionalism and Adherence to
School Policy
Unsatifactory
Acts and dresses appropriately in and out of the classroom.
Meets and exceeds expectations set for students.
Complies with duties and expectations of school administration.
Adheres to laws and ethics that relate to the students and the
school.
Seeks out opportunities for positive and professional interactions
with students, families, colleagues, and communities.
Expectations Outside the Classroom
Ongoing Preparation
Unsatifactory
Presents lessons in a suitable sequence to maximize understanding.
Paces lessons and units appropriately.
Demonstrates long-term planning, including a reasonable schedule
to ensure that the entire curriculum will be completed by the end of the
instructional term.
Note: Observations 1 and 2 are unscored. Only qualitative comments should be reported.
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