Core Teacher Standards and Danielson

Framework Evaluation Method

By: Joseph Lamping
Educ-290
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard One Teachers will be expected to
Learner Development ● Understand how learning occurs, understand influences on
learning as well as identify readiness for learning.
● Regularly assess learning as well as develop instruction and
collaborate with families and colleagues to promote learner
The teacher understands how learners grow and
growth

develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and ● Respect all learns and use their strengths as a basis for growth as
well as promoting learners growth and value input from those
development vary individually within and across the around them.

cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical

areas, and designs and implements developmentally

appropriate and challenging learning experiences.

Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Two Teachers will be expected to

Learning Differences ● Understand differences in learners as well as students with

exceptional needs and language and cultural barriers.
● Adapt instruction to address a diversity of students this should be
done in a timely manner and involve multiple perspectives as
well as incorporate appropriate tools of development
The teacher uses understanding of
● Believe that all learners can achieve at high levels while
respecting all types of learners and making them feel valued.
individual differences and diverse cultures

and communities to ensure inclusive

learning environments that enable each

learner to meet high standards.

Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Three Teachers will be expected to

Learning Environments ● Understand differences in learners as well as students with

exceptional needs and language and cultural barriers.
● Adapt instruction to address a diversity of students this should be
done in a timely manner and involve multiple perspectives as
well as incorporate appropriate tools of development
The teacher uses understanding of
● Believe that all learners can achieve at high levels while
respecting all types of learners and making them feel valued.
individual differences and diverse cultures

and communities to ensure inclusive

learning environments that enable each

learner to meet high standards.

Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Four
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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Posses a comprehensive understanding of key concepts within
there discipline. Ability to demonstrate a mastery of academic
language.
● uses diverse representations to guide learners through
progressions, promoting content mastery. Engage students in
meaningful experiences, address misconceptions, and ensure
accessible resources for language mastery.
● Embrace the dynamic and nuanced nature of content, staying
updated on evolving ideas. Foster critical analysis of multiple
perspectives, and are dedicated to guiding each learner to master
disciplinary content and skills.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Five
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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Grasps diverse inquiry approaches, navigates information
ethically. They adeptly use digital technologies, foster
critical thinking, while also accessing resources to enhance
curriculum with awareness.
● Guide interdisciplinary projects, applying content
knowledge to real-world issues. Enhance communication
skills and provide comprehensive support for learner
development across content areas.
● Utilize disciplinary knowledge to address issues, appreciate
knowledge beyond their area, and value learning
environments that encourage expression across subjects.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Six
Assessment
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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Effectively use diverse assessments, minimizing bias,
and involving learners in self-analysis. Analyze data,
provide meaningful feedback and accommodate
assessments for diverse needs.
● Adeptly balance formative and summative assessments,
minimizing bias, and utilizing diverse methods.
Analyze data , provide feedback, engage learners, and
integrate technology for and addressing needs,
including those with disabilities.
● Engage learners in assessment processes, align with
learning goals, gives timely feedback, accommodates
needs, and utilizes assessment data for growth.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Seven
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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Integrate skills, apply learning theory and adapts plans
based on individual strengths and needs. They use
evidence-based strategies, and collaborate effectively to
support learning needs.
● Design relevant learning experiences, plan based on
assessment data and needs. Collaborate with specialists,
provide ways to demonstrate knowledge, adjust plans to
enhance learning.
● value diverse learner needs in effective instruction
collaboration. Professional responsibility, gain input from
various resources, flexibility of plans to accommodate
changing circumstances and learner needs.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Eight
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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Understand processes in learning, apply diverse strategies,
instruct effectively, utilizes various forms of communication
and resources, to engage students in learning and evaluate
their quality and effectiveness.
● Adapt instruction for needs, collaborate with learners,
provide varied models, fosters higher-order thinking.
Employ strategies to enhance communication skills and use
questioning to stimulate purposeful discussions.
● Prioritize understanding strengths and needs, value diverse
communication, and explore the use of emerging
technologies. Embrace flexibility and reciprocity in
teaching, adapt instruction based on learner responses,
ideas, and needs.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Nine
Professional Learning and 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.
Teachers will be expected to
● Use self-assessment and data to adapt instruction,
recognizes the impact of personal identity on
interactions, and understands relevant laws. Implement
a plan aligned with professional needs, incorporating
feedback from evaluations.
● Continuously learn to provide engaging curriculum. Use
various data for evaluation, seek resources for analysis,
reflect on personal biases.
● Take responsibility for student learning, be a lifelong
learner, and adhere to professional expectations,
including ethics and standards
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Ten
Leadership and Collaboration
The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles
and opportunities to take responsibility for
student learning, to collaborate with learners,
families, colleagues, other school professionals,
and community members to ensure learner
growth, and to advance the profession.
Teachers will be expected to
● Collaborate across the school system, work towards
aligning family, school, and community influences for
student learning. Possess skills for collaborative
interaction and contribute to a culture of high
expectations for student learning.
● Actively collaborate with the instructional team, work
to address diverse needs, and engage in learning.
Establish expectations with all involved in the learning
process and advocate for learners and the profession.
● actively contribute to the school's mission. Respect
families' beliefs, take initiative for professional growth
and embrace continuous improvement and change.
Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)

Your administrators use these standards to evaluate how

effective you are as an instructor. Evaluations will be used

to not only keep you around your current school they will

also be used when applying to work at other schools.

Idaho Core Teacher Standards (ICTS)
Standard Ten
Leadership and Collaboration
The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles
and opportunities to take responsibility for
student learning, to collaborate with learners,
families, colleagues, other school professionals,
and community members to ensure learner
growth, and to advance the profession.
Teachers will be expected to
● Collaborate across the school system, work towards
aligning family, school, and community influences for
student learning. Possess skills for collaborative
interaction and contribute to a culture of high
expectations for student learning.
● Actively collaborate with the instructional team, work
to address diverse needs, and engage in learning.
Establish expectations with all involved in the learning
process and advocate for learners and the profession.
● actively contribute to the school's mission. Respect
families' beliefs, take initiative for professional growth
and embrace continuous improvement and change.
Danielson
Framework for
Teaching
Domain 1 Components
1a Applying Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy Planning and Preparation

1b Knowing and Valuing Students

These domains are intended to help with the process of
1c Setting Instructional Outcomes
arranging learning. Planning and preparing to educate is a
1d Using Resources Effectively valuable skill that all teachers can benefit from.

1e Planning Coherent Instruction

Applicable Standards
1f Designing and Analyzing Assessments
● Standard 1: Learner Development
● Standard 2: Learning differences
● Standard 4: Content Knowledge
● Standard 5: Application of Content
● Standard 6: Assessment
● Standard 7: Planning for Instruction
Domain 2 Components
2a Cultivating Respectful and Affirming
Environments
2b Fostering a Culture for Learning
2c Maintaining Purposeful Environments
2d Supporting Positive Student Behavior
2e Organizing Spaces for Learning
Learning Environments
These are the conditions and qualities of a
environment conducive for learning. These
components help teachers to establish a safe and
respectful classroom environment.
Applicable Standards
● Standard 3: Learning Environments
● Standard 7: Planning for Instruction
● Standard 8: Instructional Strategies
Domain 3 Components
3a Communicating About Purpose and Content Learning Environments

3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques

3c Engaging Students in Learning These describe the engagement of students during

instruction. This domain is a direct result of
3d Using Assessment for Learning successfully applying the first two domains.
3e Responding Flexibly to Student Needs

Applicable Standards

● Standard 5: Application of Content

● Standard 6: Assessment
● Standard 8: Instructional Strategies
Domain 4 Components
4a Engaging in Reflective Practice Learning Environments

4b Documenting Student Progress

4c Engaging Families and Communities These components reflect the practices of effective
educators beyond the classroom. They are critical to
4d Contributing to School Community and Culture enhancing yourself as an educator.
4e Growing and Developing Professionally

4f Acting in Service of Students Applicable Standards

● Standard 9: Professional Learning and

Ethical Practice
● Standard 10: Leadership and
Collaboration
 Why is this important?
Understanding these standards and frameworks is vital to educators for multiple reasons. Firstly these are all
designed and researched to make you the most effective educator possible. So if as an educator your goal is to be the
best you can possibly be for your students then these should give you an idea of how to go about that. Secondly
these are the guides that administrators will be using to evaluate your performance. Most evaluations are graded on a
scale 1-4 with 1 being unsatisfactory and 4 being proficient or distinguished. So if you intend to be employed for an
extended period of time it’s important to understand what they are looking for in your performance as a teacher.
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Danielson, C. (2022, August 9). The framework for teaching. Danielson Group.
https://danielsongroup.org/the-framework-for-teaching/

Idaho State Department of Education (SDE). Performance Assessment Portfolio Guidance &
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http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/teacher_certification/alt_routes.htm

Idaho State Department of Education (SDE). Teacher Certification. (n.d.).

https://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/teacher_certification

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