CLINICAL PRACTICE EVALUATION 1

STUDENT NAME: Jordan Thomas STUDENT NUMBER: 20954709

Master of Education in Special Education

PROGRAM: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SPD-590
COURSE: ________________________________________START DATE: 1/4/2024 4/17/2024
END DATE:________________________

The Center For Discovery

COOPERATING SCHOOL NAME: _________________________________________________________________________________________________

SCHOOL STATE: New York

Olivia Shope
COOPERATING TEACHER / MENTOR NAME:_____________________________________________________________________________________

Sonia Orlando
GCU FACULTY SUPERVISOR NAME: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

FOR COURSE INSTRUCTORS ONLY:

EVALUATION 1
TOTAL POINTS 100

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GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence Ineffective Foundational Emerging Proficient Distinguished
(The GCU Faculty (Teacher Candidates (Teacher Candidates (Teacher Candidates (Target level for (Target level for
Supervisor should within this range within this range within this range may Teacher Candidates) Teacher Candidates)
create a plan with the require a Professional require a Professional benefit from a
Teacher Candidate to Growth Plan) Growth Plan) Professional Growth
determine how the Plan)
Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence 0 to 49 50 to 69 70 to 79 80 to 92 93 to 100
There is no evidence The performance of the The performance of the The performance of The performance of The performance of
that the performance Teacher Candidate is Teacher Candidate is the Teacher the Teacher the Teacher
of the Teacher insufficient in meeting underdeveloped in Candidate is Candidate meets this Candidate
Candidate met this this disposition and meeting this disposition developing in meeting disposition and consistently
disposition or expectations for a and expectations for a this disposition and expectations for a exceedsthis
expectations for a Teacher Candidate Teacher Candidate expectations for a Teacher Candidate disposition and
Teacher Candidate during student during student Teacher Candidate during student expectations for a
during student teaching. teaching. during student teaching. Teacher Candidate
teaching. teaching. during student
teaching.

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High Expectations Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should believe that all students could learn and should set and support realistic
expectations for student success. These expectations should be communicated in positive ways. 100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan was very positive towards all the students in the classroom. According to her cooperating teacher (CT), Jordan Thomas does a great job at ensuring that
each and every student in my classroom is being set up for success according to their skills and appropriately respecting their expectations.

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Respect for the Diversity of Others Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should be sensitive to individual learning and the social needs of students and
embrace the cultural diversity of the community. They should develop and maintain educational 100
communities marked by respect for others. They should interact with their students, fellow educators,
administrators, parents, and other community members with courtesy and civility and establish
relationships characterized by respect and rapport.
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan shows respect towards all her students in the video by giving them tasks and questions that are developmentally appropriate for them. She explores their
social needs in her opening by asking each student who is here and what is a way to greet them. According to her CT, Jordan is a great communicator! She works as
part of a team with everyone in the classroom, students included. She brings up great ideas and strategies to team meetings. She has been working hard to build a
relationship with the students in my classroom as well as staff members. The students have really taken a liking to her.

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Fairness Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should promote social justice and equity, maintain appropriate standards of
confidentiality, and exercise fairness in all areas including assessment. 100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan respected the confidentiality of her students and did not share any identifying information. She treated each student with fairness by differentiating what
each student would be working on. According to her CT, Jordan takes into account that each student’s files and records are to be kept private and she does
amazing with keeping their personal information confidential.

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Professional Conduct Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should exercise sound judgment and ethical behavior. They should be a positive role
model within their community. 100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan has been professional in all her communications to me. She sent in her lesson plan and video of her teaching on time. According to her CT, Jordan promotes
positive behavior strategies and models how she would like the students to interact with each other and environment. She always has a smile on her face and is in a
great mood.

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Reflection Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should recognize that reflection combined with experience leads to growth as a
professional. Educators should be thoughtful about their professional practice, critically examine it, and 100
seek continual improvement.

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
According to her CT, Jordan takes feedback and tips very well, taking them into account and using it for her next lesson. She respects the classroom and working
environment as well as our team members.

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Curiosity Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should promote and support curiosity and encourage active inquiry.
100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan encouraged all students to respond in her lesson. According to her CT, Jordan is very curious and always looking to learn something new about my students
and always willing to learn new things to better herself as a teacher

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Honesty Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should model integrity by their words and actions.
100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)

According to her CT, Jordan always makes sure that she’s being respectful and modeling integrity each and every day. She chooses her words and actions wisely,
ensuring that she stays professional.

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Compassion Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should demonstrate professional friendliness, warmth, and genuine caring in their
relationships with others while providing intellectual, emotional, and spiritual support. 100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
Jordan was lively and engaging during her lesson with her students. According to her CT, It is very clear that Jordan cares about the students and she puts her
heart into everything she does. She is kind and greets students and staff every morning. She helps out the students with whatever they need.

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Advocacy Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates understand the impact of community involvement and servant leadership as it
applies to the welfare of others in the educational setting. 100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
According to her CT, Jordan understands that it’s important for the students to be aware of their surroundings and be able to be a successful part of the
community.

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Dedication Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should be committed to the profession of teaching and learning.
100

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence,
please provide suggestions for improvement and the actionable steps for growth.)
According to her CT, Jordan shows every day that she is willing to put her all into teaching and she is a great candidate for this profession. Jordan is a joy to have in
the classroom and I can definitely see her thriving in the field.

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INSTRUCTIONS
Please review the "Total Scored Percentage” for accuracy and add any optional attachments before completing the "Agreement and
Signature" section.

Total Scored Percentage

100.00%

AGREEMENT AND SIGNATURE

This evaluation reflects the results of a collaborative conference including feedback from the Cooperating / Mentor Teacher. The
GCU Faculty Supervisor and Cooperating / Mentor Teacher should collaboratively review the performance in each category prior
to the evaluation meeting.
I attest this submission is accurate, true, and in compliance with GCU policy guidelines, to the best of my ability to do so.

GCU Faculty Supervisor E-Signature Sonia Orlando esigned on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 7:20 AM

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