(ACE Teacher Name) Practicum Field Notes
5/27/2015 7:48:00 AM
This instrument summarizes supervisor notes from informal visits and formal
observations during the summer practicum. This form should be e-mailed to
the ACE Teacher at the conclusion of the Summer Practicum and uploaded to
the appropriate electronic portfolio. Please note date of upload and e-mail at
the end of the form.
ACE Teacher:
School Site:
Level/Subject:
Practicum Supervisor:
Date/s of Classroom
Date/s of Formal
Visits:
Observation/s:
Visits and Observations – Final Score:
/45 pts
5- exceptional
4- proficient
3- basic
2- 1 unsatisfactory
This rating
denotes
exemplary
status vis-à-vis
the content
standard.
Evidence, from
these sources,
that all
descriptors
relating to the
content
standard are
fully met
through
teaching
Evidence, from
these sources,
that all
descriptors
relating to the
content standard
are being
addressed
through teaching
practices-
Limited evidence,
from these sources,
that some descriptors
relating to the
content are being
met or that some or
all are being
addressed but not
fully met through
teaching practices-
practicesperformances
and reflections.
performances
and reflections.
performances and
reflections.
Domain 1 – Planning and Preparation
PI: Instructional objectives
• lesson objectives are phrased in observable verbs, clearly stated, and are
implemented through instructional tasks and assessment
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
Was a formal lesson plan/s provided in required format for the
observation? ____Yes ____No
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
Domain 2 – The Classroom Environment
PI: Manages classroom procedures
• regular routines and transitions are seamless and engage students
• non-instructional/administrative routines are efficient and engage students
• students working independently or in groups are productive and
responsible at all times
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
PI: Manages student behavior
• teacher clearly states appropriate and relevant expectations for student
conduct
• teacher uses discrete and preventive monitoring of behavior
• teacher responds effectively and appropriately to misbehavior
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
Domain 3 – Instruction
PI: Communicates clearly and accurately
• teacher articulates clear directions and procedures
• teacher anticipates possible student misunderstanding
• teacher uses spoken and written language correctly, expressively and to
enrich lessons
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
PI: Uses questioning and discussion techniques
• teacher asks questions of uniformly high quality
• teacher provides adequate response time
• teacher encourages student formulation of questions, initiation of
discussion topics, and a self-monitoring format to ensure all students are
heard
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
PI: (Lesson tasks) Engages students in learning
• all students are cognitively engaged in content exploration and creativity
• grouping is productive for all students and provides for student initiative in
learning
• appropriate materials and resources are provided in student work
• structure of lesson/activity provides adequate/appropriate pacing for all
students and for coherent reflection and closure
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
PI: Assessment (informal/formal) of student learning
• assessments are completely congruent with instructional objectives and
goals
• informal and formal formative assessments and checks for understanding
are embedded in routine lesson tasks
• clear criteria are established for assessment
• the results of assessment are used to adjust curriculum planning for
individuals and classes
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
Domain 4 – Professional Responsibilities
PI: Maintains accurate records and Grows and develops
professionally (not scored)
• teacher maintains effectively a record of grades, documentation of notable
incidents, state or diocesan competencies (when applicable), and of noninstructional activities, the latter providing for student participation in its
maintenance
• the records track student progress in a way that is effective for teacher,
student, and parent participation in learning
• teacher seeks resources and opportunities for improvement
• teacher actively reflects on classroom experiences for improvement of
teaching
• teacher cooperates and contributes to improve self, colleagues, and the
profession
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
CONTENT
Indicator: Teacher demonstrates strong content knowledge and
communicates with appropriate use of methods.
• teacher demonstrates a rich understanding of content and makes
appropriate content oriented choices.
• teacher utilizes more than one method (or material) to teach the content
• content (declarative knowledge) is organized in a logical manner and is
utilized to promote a skill (procedural knowledge) from the discipline
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Observed examples that were effective:
Specific Ways to Improve:
(Final evaluation -
/5pts)
Confirmation of E-mail and Portfolio Upload
Supervisor Typed Name:___________________
Date: _____________
Post-Observation Conference 1 - Additional Supervisor and/or ACE
Teacher Comments:
Supervisor Typed Name: ___________________
Date: __________
As needed
Post-Observation Conference 2 - Additional Supervisor and/or ACE
Teacher Comments:
Supervisor Typed Name: ___________________
Date: ___
(ACE Teacher Name) 1st Semester Field Notes
Supervisors: Please post this form on the electronic portfolio each
semester.
ACE Teacher:
School Site:
ACE Cohort:
For additional details about the performance indicators, see pages 9-10 and 33-44 in the supervision
syllabi.
PILLAR I PROFESSIONAL TEACHING
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 1:
Semester 1 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
selects instructional objectives
Recommendations:
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 1:
Semester 1 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
manages classroom procedures
manages student behavior
organizes physical space
Recommendations:
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Domain 3: Instruction
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 1:
Semester 1 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
communicates clearly and accurately
uses questioning and discussion techniques
engages students in learning
provides feedback to students
uses assessments
Recommendations:
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 1:
Semester 1 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
maintains accurate records
communicates with parents and guardians
shows professionalism
Recommendations:
PILLAR II COMMUNITY AND PILLAR III SPIRITUALITY
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 1:
Semester 1 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
creates environment of respect and rapport
COS - 12
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Recommendations:
COS - 12
(ACE Teacher Name) 2nd Semester Field Notes5/27/2015 7:48:00 A
Supervisors: Please post this form on the electronic portfolio each
semester.
ACE Teacher:
School Site:
ACE Cohort:
For additional details about the performance indicators, see pages 9-10 and 33-44 in the supervision
syllabi.
Semester 1 PIs – black; Semester 2 PIs – red
PILLAR I PROFESSIONAL TEACHING
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 2:
Semester 2 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
selects instructional objectives
demonstrates knowledge of resources
Recommendations:
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 2:
Semester 2 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
establishes a culture for learning
manages classroom procedures
manages student behavior
organizes physical space
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Recommendations:
Domain 3: Instruction
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 2:
Semester 2 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
communicates clearly and accurately
uses questioning and discussion techniques
engages students in learning
provides feedback to students
modifies instruction according to developmental level, language proficiency
and learning needs of students
uses assessments
Recommendations:
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 2:
Semester 2 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
maintains accurate records
communicates with parents and guardians
shows professionalism
Recommendations:
PILLAR II COMMUNITY AND PILLAR III SPIRITUALITY
COS - 12
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Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 2:
Semester 2 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
contributes to the school community
creates environment of respect and rapport
Recommendations:
COS - 12
(ACE Teacher Name) 3rd Semester Field Notes
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Supervisors: Please post this form on the electronic portfolio each
semester.
ACE Teacher:
School Site:
ACE Cohort:
For additional details about the performance indicators, see pages 9-10 and 33-44 in the supervision
syllabi.
Semester 1 PIs – black; Semester 2 PIs – red; Semester 3 PIs – purple
PILLAR I PROFESSIONAL TEACHING
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 3: -
Semester 3 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
demonstrates knowledge of students
designs coherent instruction
selects instructional objectives
selects instructional goals/outcomes
designs assessments to provide evidence of learning
demonstrates knowledge of resources
Recommendations:
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 3: October 29, 2012 -
Semester 3 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
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establishes a culture for learning
manages classroom procedures
manages student behavior
organizes physical space
Recommendations:
Domain 3: Instruction
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 3: -
Semester 3 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
communicates clearly and accurately
uses questioning and discussion techniques
engages students in learning
provides feedback to students
modifies instruction according to developmental level, language proficiency
and learning needs of students
modifies instruction for children with learning exceptionalities
uses assessments
Recommendations:
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 3: -
Semester 3 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
maintains accurate records
communicates with parents and guardians
shows professionalism
COS - 12
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Recommendations:
PILLAR II COMMUNITY AND PILLAR III SPIRITUALITY
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 3: -
Semester 3 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
contributes to the school community
promotes student engagement with community resources
creates environment of respect and rapport
Recommendations:
COS - 12
(ACE Teacher Name) 4th Semester Field Notes5/27/2015 7:48:00 AM
Supervisors: Please post this form on the electronic portfolio each
semester.
ACE Teacher:
School Site:
ACE Cohort:
For additional details about the performance indicators, see pages 9-10 and 33-44 in the supervision
syllabi.
Semester 1 PIs – black; Semester 2 PIs – red; Semester 3 PIs – purple; Semester 4 PIs – blue
PILLAR I PROFESSIONAL TEACHING
Domain 1: Planning and Preparation
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 4:
Semester 4 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
demonstrates knowledge of students
designs coherent instruction
selects instructional objectives
selects instructional goals/outcomes
designs assessments to provide evidence of learning
demonstrates knowledge of resources
Recommendations:
Domain 2: The Classroom Environment
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 4:
Semester 4 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
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establishes a culture for learning
manages classroom procedures
manages student behavior
organizes physical space
Recommendations:
Domain 3: Instruction
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 4:
Semester 4 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
communicates clearly and accurately
uses questioning and discussion techniques
engages students in learning
provides feedback to students
modifies instruction according to developmental level, language proficiency
and learning needss of students
modifies instruction for children with learning exceptionalities
uses assessments
Recommendations:
Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 4:
Semester 4 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
maintains accurate records
communicates with parents and guardians
COS - 12
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shows professionalism
Recommendations:
PILLAR II COMMUNITY AND PILLAR III SPIRITUALITY
Field notes/commentary – preface with dates
Semester 4:
Semester 4 Summary: Checked boxes indicate areas in need of growth.
contributes to the school community
contributes to the larger community
promotes student engagement with community resources
creates environment of respect and rapport
fosters character and ethical development
fosters spiritual development in children
serves as spiritual and ethical role model
Recommendations:
COS - 12
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