PRACTICE TEACHING EVALUATION

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Student Name:

PJ-1

Evaluation Date: September 2-5 & October 6-17, 2014

Andrusyszyn, Jennifer

Simcoe County District School Board

James Keating Elementary

Board

School/Location

OVERALL RATING: Level of Development

Isobel Ball

5/6

Grade/Subject

Associate Teacher

Weeks

EXEMPLARY

Displays exceptional teaching skills in applying the most appropriate content and methodology to meet learners' needs. Actively seeks feedback. Uses a
reflective approach to independently modify teaching practice. Consistently explores and extends understanding of professional growth and responsibility,
including respecting confidential information about students.

Provide a rating (X) for each week

EXEMPLARY

PROFICIENT

Displays sound teaching skills in applying appropriate content and methodology to meet learners needs. Requires minimal assistance in responding to
suggestions for improvement. Demonstrates ability to apply reflective thought successfully in a variety of teaching situations. Displays solid
understanding of professional growth and responsibility, including respecting confidential information about students.

PROFICIENT

ADEQUATE

Displays adequate understanding of teaching skills. Content and methodology selected are generally appropriate and/or adequate to meet learners'
needs. Requires some assistance in responding to suggestions for improvement. Limited modifications in teaching practice are implemented as a result
of reflection. Displays basic understanding of professional growth and responsibility, including respecting confidential information about students.

ADEQUATE

DOES NOT MEET EXPECTATIONS

Displays unsatisfactory understanding of teaching skills. Content and methodology are generally inappropriate and/or inadequate to meet the learners
needs. There may be some response to suggestions for improvement but has difficulty in reflecting on practice and implementing modifications. Although
there may be some understanding of the need for professional growth and professional responsibility, there is minimal evidence in practice, including
respecting confidential information about students.

DOES NOT MEET

EXPECTATIONS

Overall Comments:
Jennifer has grown considerably as a teacher this placement. She is well on her way to become an exemplary member of a school staff.

1. Commitment to Students and Student Learning

Shows care and commitment to students and to teaching,

# Days Absent: 0

N/A

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

It is apparent that Jennifer's career are in line with her chosen career. She assumes all responsibilities
of a classroom teacher to a high degree.

# Days Late: 0

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

Jennifer has worked very hard to establish a rapport with each of the students in the class. She is
learning to create opportunities in which students are involved in the critical thinking process. With
continued experience in the classroom setting, we are confident that she will adjust lessons to meet
the needs of a diverse but inclusive classroom.

Makes adjustments to meet student needs (Identified, ELD, ELL,...)

Assumes professional responsibility (the planning binder, duties, meetings,

punctuality, initiative...)

N/A

Creates opportunities for problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking

Collaborates with others to create a learning community

Treats pupils equitably and with respect

2. Leadership & Community

X
X

ASSOCIATE
TEACHER

FACULTY

Isobel Ball
SIGNATURE

Student Name:

Andrusyszyn, Jennifer

3. Ongoing Professional Learning

Demonstrates commitment to professional growth
Engages in reflection

4.a) Professional Knowledge - Planning

N/A

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

She consistently accepts positive criticism and always engages in realistic reflections of lessons
taught.

N/A

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

Is developing an understanding of those students who may require assistance during work times as
she circulates. Jennifer will become more proficient as her familiarity with educational documents
increases.

N/A

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

Jennifer consistently uses an introductory activity to introduce all lessons. She is attempting to
integrate more technology into lessons as she becomes familiar with availability within the school. She
will attempt to use a variety of recording devices during her next placement.

N/A

Comments (Please elaborate on strengths/areas for growth):

Jennifer's voice is consistently audible and demands attention. She is learning how to use silence to
advantage. Jennifer is encouraged to ask questions that require a higher level of thinking (eg. openended and real life). She is reminded to use positive reinforcement to improve overall class
management skills.

X
X

Identifies lesson expectations (curriculum and learning skills) and refineswhere

necessary
Outlines and understands curriculum content and its underlying concepts, facts
and skills
Matches assessment with expectations

X
X
X

Describes pre-assessment of learners including prior knowledge, modifications,

accommodations and alternative expectations
Plans for the learning environment and resources

X
X

Plans and develops teaching/learning strategies

Plans a consolidation and application task(s)

4.b) Professional Knowledge - Implementing and Assessing

Engages the students through an introductory activity

Uses instructional strategies which facilitate learning

Uses technologies and resources

Consolidates and provides an application that solidifies the learning

Uses assessment strategies/recording devices

Aware of pacing and timing and the need to be flexible

5. Management and Communication Practices

Models communication practices (voice, spoken/written language,...)
Uses questioning techniques (Bloom's, probes, prompts, wait time,...)
Promotes a positive and collaborative learning environment
Uses management strategies (rules/routines, awareness of off-task
behaviours, proximity, proactive strategies,...)
Reinforces positive behaviour

X
X
X
X
X