| Supports student learning through developmentally appropriate instruction | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Accounts for differences in students' prior knowledge | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Uses knowledge of students' socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic differences to meet learning needs | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Exhibits fairness and belief that all students can learn | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Creates a safe and respectful environment for learners | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Structures a classroom environment that promotes student engagement | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Clearly communicates expectations for appropriate student behavior | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Responds appropriately to student behavior | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Effectively teaches subject matter | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Guides mastery of content through meaningful learning experiences | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Connects core content to relevant, real-life experiences and learning tasks | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Designs activities where students engage with subject matter from a variety of perspectives | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Uses relevant content to engage learners in innovative thinking & collaborative problem solving | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Uses multiple methods of assessment | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Connects lesson goals with school curriculum and state standards | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Adjusts instructional plans to meet students' needs | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Varies instructional strategies to engage learners | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Differentiates instruction for a variety of learning needs | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Uses feedback to improve teaching effectiveness | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Uses self-reflection to improve teaching effectiveness | | 1.0
4.0 | |
| Upholds legal responsibilities as a professional educator | | 1.0
4.0 | |