Rock Valley Community Schools

Classroom Observation Record

Greg

Heernstra

2"u

PE

Elernentary
Building

Teacher

1-6-12
Date

for rating categories:

Effective:
District standards are consistently mct or exceedcd.
Growth Needed:
District standards ruc not aonsistently achieved, additional

DeJinition

Mustlmpror.e:
Not

Applicabl:

attcntion to improvement fbr the rcspeclive item is expected.

Cunentpcrfonnancemightjeopardizecontinudemployment
in the district.

Insufficient data to fbrmulate

a response.

Classroom Settings/Background Data:

Teaching Methods
l

Instructional Setting: The lesson is introduced in a manner that invites students interest

student for the remainder of the lesson.

Observation Notes:
Mr. H met with all students in the center of the
gym and introduced the lesson

Instructional obiective: The objective of the lesson is stated clearly and concisely.

3.

Eflective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

and prepares

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:

pivoting, passing, dribbling, reamwork

Instfuclional Inout: Demonstrates current and accurate infbrmation of the subject matter. Applies
teacher/student background. know'iedge lvhile planning and implementing the leison.
Objectivei are
consistent with district cuniculurn.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
wide varicty of abilities in the class
worked well to have students on the line to pivot
Standard 4C. 4D

4.

Instructional Modeline: Visual/verbal/tactile demonstration or examples designed to illustrate an

acceptable

5.

fi

nished product.

Efibctive
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Instructional Assessment: Various fonns offeedback are used frequently to determine the degree of
student leaming. Students receive prompt feedback on their progress, and quality ofwork.

E,ff'ective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

6.

Observation Notes:
Mr. Heemstra gave assistance as needed.
Students selfcorrected push ups and sit ups so they did them
correctly. Standard 28

Teacher Directed Practice: Allows leamers to perfonn the task while being supervised. Provides for
error correction.

7.

Observation Notes:
Good use of rnodeling and use ofvocabulary "pivot"
in other contexts of student's lives.
Standard 24.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must lmprove
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Students works with large group, small group, and partners
demonstrating skills. Standard 3d

Learner Practice: Teacher provides activities in which student applies lesson concepts.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve

Observation Notes:
Skills in applied in a variety of ways.
Individually, with a partner, and small group.

Not Applicable

8.

Instructional Closure: Teacher provides

period of time when the teacher and the leamer summarize the

leaming that has taken place.

Efl'ective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Mr. H reviewed what they did, vocabulary, and told the students
what they rvould do at the next lesson.

Teaching Techniques

l.

Instructional Stratesies: Uses a variety ofteaching strategies and materials that stimulate student's
learning and accommodates different leaming styles.

2.

Observation Notes:
Vocabulary discussion on the word pivot was done at
variety levels of thinking and application.
How is the word used in basketball, why do we pivot in
basketball and how can the word be used in other parl of our lives.
Standard 2C, 2D

and
achievement levels. Uses a variety of teaching techniques which enable students to proceed at different
rates of progress.

F,ffective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Mr. H gave assistance where needed.

Motivation: Stimulates

students by choosing proper materials and experiences. Displays an enthusiasm

for subject matter. Praises, elicits, and responds to student's questions before proceeding. Communicates
challenging scholastic expectations to students.

5.

Etl'cctiv e
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Individualization: Provides for individual differences. Materials provide for a range ofintellectual

4.

Observation Notes:
Mr. H let students choose partners which helps them in
their comfort level of who is throwing tlte ball to them.
Mr. H gave students assistance as needed.

Questioning Techniques: Uses appropriate questioning techniques to allow lor a variety ofstudent
responses requiring several levels of intellectual activity (from recall and recognition to application,
synthesis, and evaluation).

3.

Eflective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Mr. H encourages students and encourages them to be
encouragers to each other. Standard 3b

Communication: Written and spoken communication is conducted in accordance with accepted standards
ofEnglish usage. Explains things well, put ideas across logically and in an orderly way.

Ellective
Crowth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:

Classroom Management
I

Discinline: Disposition of discipline problems is characterized by consistency, fairness, firmness, and in

accordance with legal requirements and district policy. Occurrences that distract from the leaming
environment are resolved promptly. Communicates and enforces established behavior guidelines.

2.

Effective
Crowth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Classroom AtmosDhere: Student and teacher relationships structures personal interaction with students
to demonstrate personal regard. Promotes personal goal setting.

3.

Eflective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Standard 6 E PE classes are directed in a safe and
purposeful manner.

Orsanizing the Professional Setting: Ensures the material and information can be read or seen by the
students. Adjusts physical arrangements and modifies noise level in order to provide for a variety of
leaming situations. Selects activities appropriate to the physical attributes of the work area. Maintains a
classroonr which is conductive to good health and safety.

4.

Observation Notes:
Starndard 68 Mr. H establishes, communicates, models
and maintains standards ofresponsible behavior in his
classroom and in the building.

Eff'ective

Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Obserwation Notes:
Mr. H is well organized and has developed strong

rubrics for assessment.

Classroom Routine: Teacher uses minimum class time for non-instructional routine thus maximizing
time on task. Begins lessons promptly. Avoids distractions and unnecessary delays during the lessonl
Ensures that academic engaged time continues until the end ofthe period.

Eff'ective
Grou,th Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Mr. H uses routines and procedures that support
high expectations for leaming. Standard 6E

Professionalism

l.

Professional Growth: Is willing to take steps to improve performance. Demonstrates commitment by

pafiicipation in professional activities. Attends professional meetings.

2.

Eff'ective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Mr. H serves on committees and RVEA. He is a team player.

Commitment: Has regular attendance. Is punctual. Provides accurate data to the school, area, and district
promptly. Completes assigned supervisory duties. Stays

as requested. Completes duties accurately and

informed regarding school policies.

3.

Eflective
Growth Needed
Must lmprove
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:

Curriculum: Actively

and productively parlicipates in the evaluation, and selection ofclassroom

materials, curriculum development and revisions. Demonstrates willingness to keep curriculum and
instructional practices curent.

5.

Observation Notes:
Mr. H assists with a variety of supervisory duties and
is proactive and a problem solver.

Appqa,rance: Grooming and attire commensurate with the professional nature of the position and provides
a positive role model for the students in the school.

4.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must lmprove
Not Applicable

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:
Standard 3A

Cooperation: Works with parents in the best interest of the students. Makes use of support services as
needed. Informs administrators about school-related matters, Works cooperatively with other teachers
and
administrators. Responds appropriately to parental concems.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes:

6.

Communication: Parents ate informed ofstudent's progress by telephone, mail, or as appropriate to the
circumstances. Can be trusted to hold confidential matters private. Adheres to district policy to solve
problems or to seek change.

Effective
Growth Needed
Must Improve
Not Applicable

Observation Notes: