TESOL P-12 Pre-Service Student Teaching Mid-Term Evaluation

Teachers College, Columbia University

Date

Student Teacher

Cooperating Teacher e-mail

School:

Circle one: Elementary Secondary

Rating Scale
0 Ineffective
1 Developing
2 Effective
3 Exceptional (Highly Effective)
N/A Not observed or no basis for judgment
Planning The student teacher plans lessons:

that have been approved by the cooperating teacher 0 1 2 3 N/A

that are complete and prepared on time 0 1 2 3 N/A

that contain appropriate grade level content 0 1 2 3 N/A

that are appropriate to students’ academic levels 0 1 2 3 N/A

appropriate to students’ linguistic levels 0 1 2 3 N/A

with clear and obtainable objectives 0 1 2 3 N/A

that encourage student participation and thinking skills 0 1 2 3 N/A

that have a clear assessment component 0 1 2 3 N/A

Lesson Delivery The student teacher:

demonstrates effective time management during lessons 0 1 2 3 N/A

appropriately paces the lesson for students 0 1 2 3 N/A

is able to adjust the lesson as necessary to meet student needs 0 1 2 3 N/A

encourages student participation 0 1 2 3 N/A

Classroom Management The student teacher

creates a positive learning environment 0 1 2 3 N/A

is able to integrate management into academic instruction and all aspects of 0 1 2 3 N/A
school and classroom life

clearly states expectations for student behavior 0 1 2 3 N/A

follows established classroom rules and routines 0 1 2 3 N/A

is able to handle inappropriate behaviors 0 1 2 3 N/A

Communication: The student teacher:

gives clear directions to students modifying for student language 0 1 2 3 N/A

proficiency

maintains on-going communication with cooperating teacher about 0 1 2 3 N/A

expectations and performance

communicates effectively with parents 0 1 2 3 N/A

Professional Development The student teacher:

positively accepts feedback and suggestions 0 1 2 3 N/A

demonstrates professional growth by incorporating feedback 0 1 2 3 N/A

can effectively reflect on his or her teaching 0 1 2 3 N/A

sets and follow goals for improving teaching 0 1 2 3 N/A

Professional Behavior The student teacher:

is consistently punctual 0 1 2 3 N/A

is consistently dependable in attendance 0 1 2 3 N/A

notifies cooperating teacher of absences prior to class 0 1 2 3 N/A

is appropriately dressed for school environment

0 1 2 3 N/A
demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching
0 1 2 3 N/A
displays initiative
0 1 2 3 N/A
demonstrates respect for students and colleagues of diverse linguistic,
cultural, social, and economic backgrounds 0 1 2 3 N/A
Elaborating and/or additional Comments: