EVIDENCE CHART
Candidate’s Kimberly McCarthy
Name:
Program: Castleton University Educator Preparation Program
Part One: The Learner and Learning
Standard
Standard I: Learner Development
The teacher understands how learners
grow and develop, recognizing that
patterns of learning and development
vary individually within and across the
cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional,
and physical areas, and designs and
implements developmentally appropriate
and challenging learning experiences.
Performance Criterion Evidence & Rationale
PC 1.1 Evidence - Google Docs
PC 1.1 Candidates use
understanding of learning Through this evidence I got different ideas on how to make learning
theory (in areas such as
more fun for students and how to incorporate different fun tools
cognitive, linguistic, social
into the learning day.
emotional and physical) to
design appropriate learning
experiences.
PC 1.2 Candidates use PC 1.2 Evidence - Google Docs
understanding of
developmental theory (in areas This evidence shows that I was able to recognize that this
such as cognitive, linguistic, particular student was having a hard time being willing to
social emotional and physical)
 to design appropriate learning participate in the work and that I was able to work with him and get
experiences. him to eventually complete the task at hand.

PC 2.1 Candidates use an PC 2.1 Evidence - Google Docs

Standard 2: Learning Differences
The teacher uses understanding of
individual differences and diverse
cultures and communities to ensure
inclusive learning environments that
enable each learner to meet high
standards.
understanding of individual
differences to design inclusive
learning experiences.
Through my time in this fifth grade classroom I was able to
observe different ways on how an inclusive classroom is run as
well as how it can be a beneficial environment for all students
involved.
Simile vs Metaphor - Google Slides
This evidence shows that I am able to create a lesson that includes
multiple means of learning strategies.

PC 2.2 Candidates use an PC 2.2 Evidence - Google Docs

understanding of diverse
cultures and communities to
Through this observation I was able to observe several ways on
design inclusive learning
experiences. how to include students with disabilities into the classroom.

Standard 3: Learning Environments
The teacher works with others to create
environments that support individual and
collaborative learning, and that
encourage positive social interaction,
active engagement in learning, and
self-motivation.
PC 3.1 Candidates design PC 3.1 chart - Google Docs
learning environments that
support individual learning This evidence shows that I have a good understanding of one of
marked by active engagement.
the many possible tools to help encourage learning within the
classroom. This evidence also shows that I am aware of how to
adapt such tools to fit the needs of the particular class that I am
working with.

PC 3.2 Candidates design students in poverty - Google Slides

learning environments that
support collaborative learning

Part Two: Content Knowledge and Instructional Practice
Standard
Standard 4: Content Knowledge
The teacher understands the central
concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures
of the discipline(s) he or she teaches and
creates learning experiences that make
the discipline accessible and meaningful
for learners to assure mastery of the
content.
Standard 5: Application of Content
The teacher understands how to connect
concepts and use differing perspectives
to engage learners in critical thinking,
creativity, and collaborative problem
solving related to authentic local and
global issues.
marked by positive social This evidence shows that I am aware that each student has their
interaction. own struggles that they are dealing with and that I have resources
that will help me to create a positive learning environment for them.
Performance Criterion Evidence & Rationale
PC 4.1 Candidates accurately Annotated Video
communicate central concepts
of the discipline. This demonstrates that I communicate concepts well to the
students in addition to keeping them on track with the lesson.
PC 4.2 Candidates accurately students in poverty - Google Slides
address common
misconceptions of the This evidence shows that I am able to do research and collaborate
discipline. with other teachers to find answers to a problem.
Professional Development Certificate - Google Docs
This evidence shows that I take opportunities to better myself so
that I can be an effective teacher.
PC 5.1 Candidates engage Crossing Bok Chitto Slideshow
learners in applying
perspectives from varied This slideshow of the lesson demonstrates that as a teacher I
disciplines in authentic integrate different cultural and time period texts to teach engaging
contexts (such as local and
lessons.
global issues).
PC 5.2 Candidates integrate Perseverance Unit Plan
cross-disciplinary skills (such
 as critical thinking, creativity,
and collaborative problem
solving) to help learners
demonstrate their learning in
unique ways.
This shows that I am capable of creating a unit plan that meets the
needs of different learners as well as meets the developmental
level of the students.

Standard 6: Assessment PC 6.1 Candidates implement Perseverance Unit Activity Sheets

The teacher understands and uses
multiple methods of assessment to
engage learners in their own growth, to
monitor learner progress, and to guide
the teacher’s and learner’s decision
making.
multiple methods of
assessment to monitor learner These activities that go along with the perseverance unit plan show
progress to inform instructional that I can create lessons of instructional practice where the
practice.
students are able to use their creativity to show their
understanding.
Student Samples - Google Docs
PC 6.2 Candidates analyze an
individual student’s work over This evidence shows that I am able to analyze students' works and
time using multiple methods of assess the students based on their learning levels.
assessment to adjust
instruction.

Standard 7: Planning for Instruction
The teacher plans instruction that
supports every student in meeting
rigorous learning goals by drawing upon
knowledge of content areas, curriculum,
cross-disciplinary skills, and pedagogy,
as well as knowledge of learners and the
community context.
Bilingual Lesson
PC 7.1 Candidates plan
instruction by drawing upon This lesson demonstrates that I am able to make a lesson that is
knowledge of content areas to
accessible to diverse learners.
meet rigorous learning goals.
PC 7.2 Candidates plan Running Rivals UDL Lesson Plan
instruction by drawing upon This lesson demonstrates that I am able to design a lesson plan
knowledge of learners to meet
that meets the needs of students of all levels.
rigorous learning goals.
Standard 8: Instructional Strategies
The teacher understands and uses a
variety of instructional strategies to
encourage learners to develop deep
understanding of content areas and their
connections, and to build skills to apply
knowledge in meaningful ways.
8.1 Candidates use a variety of Instructional Toolkit
instructional strategies to make
the discipline accessible for This evidence shows that I have diverse tools that will enhance the
diverse learners learning environment for my students
8.2 Candidates use a variety of Annotated Video
instructional strategies to
encourage learners to build This evidence demonstrates that I am able to use several forms of
skills to apply knowledge in instructional strategies within a lesson to encourage students to
meaningful ways.
apply their knowledge in meaningful ways.

Part Three: Professional Responsibility

Standard Performance Criterion Evidence & Rationale

Standard 9: Professional Learning and Professional Development Certificate - Google Docs

Ethical Practice
The teacher engages in ongoing
professional learning and uses evidence
to continually evaluate his/her practice,
particularly the effects of his/her choices
and actions on others (learners, families,
other professionals, and the community),
and adapts practice to meet the needs of
each learner.
PC 9.1 Candidates are
prepared for self-directed,
continuous professional
learning.
PC 9.2 Candidates are
prepared to practice in a legal
and ethical manner.
This shows that I am continuing to grow as a teacher and take
opportunities to learn and develop new skills.
PC 9.2 evidence - Google Docs
This evidence shows that I have been exposed to different morning
meeting ideas and how to run them.

Standard 10: Leadership and PC 10.1 Evidence - Google Docs

Collaboration
The teacher seeks appropriate
leadership roles and opportunities to
take responsibility for student learning, to
PC 10.1 Candidates are
prepared to collaborate with This evidence shows that I have been shown how teachers can
learners, families, colleagues, work together to greater benefit the students
other school professionals, and
Newsletter - Google Docs
collaborate with learners, families,
colleagues, other school professionals,
and community members to ensure
learner growth, and to advance the
profession.
community members to ensure This evidence shares an idea of how I can collaborate with my
student learning. students' families at home.
students in poverty - Google Slides
PC 10.2 Candidates are
prepared to advance the This evidence shows that I am willing to look at a problem and use
profession through advocacy, research to resolve an issue.
leadership and/or action
research.