Kutztown University Elementary Education Department

Clinical Experience In-Progress Formative Observation Instrument

_______ Lesson Observation _______ General Assessment
Student Teacher _____Nicole Molnar_______________Mentor Teacher & School ______Hess/JSC________
Subject____PSSA Prep______ __1:00____Date ___3/27/19__KU Supervisor___KGVarano
Not Met Acceptable Proficient N/A Evidence
Planning and Preparation – used for evidence before the lesson
a. Displays knowledge of content in plan X I see short form
Great detail in plan…time to shorten it forever 😊 still..makes you
confortable
b. Displays knowledge of pedagogy in plan X Grade appropriate
QR codes and Ipads to engage
Protractor hands on
c. Displays knowledge of students through X In plans, I think you
accommodations/differentiations in plan were able to
differentiate your task
card exit slips
d. Sets instructional outcomes evident in plan X PSSA time! Review of
angles..my third fourth
grade lesson on angle
and protractors 😊
Really PSSA Really??
e. Use of resources, materials, technology, etc available and X Variety
evident in plan
f. Designs coherent developmentally appropriate instruction X PSSA time review
g. Designs measurable student assessment that aligns to X Exit ticket task card
standards, objectives, and instruction practice (rotating during
group time)
The Classroom Environment – used for evidence during the lesson
a. Establishes and maintains respect and rapport for students X

Students in here are well aware of the proper way to act. You
are comfortable in the room and it has really grown your
teaching as that comfort has led to confidence as a teacher
b. Creates an equitable culture for learning along with high X The group work allowed
expectations for this with the task cards
I listened to a few groups
and they seemed to work
well together
c. Uses and maintains classroom procedures, including X Back to seats in mass
appropriate transitions they can handle it fine
But not picking a marker
😊
d. Sets behavioral expectations, monitors behavior, and uses X Positive, praise, respect
positive classroom management techniques
e. Organizes a safe and equitable physical learning space X
Instruction – used for evidence during the lesson
a. Communicates effectively with students X Great use of
instructional time, great

Supervisor / Mentor Teacher Signature____________________________ Student Teacher Signature_______________________

Task cards were a quick check and review before the start of job allowing for multiple
the next activity times for collaboration
and different ways to
learn the information
b. Uses a variety of critical thinking questions and promotes X
questions and discussion

I like the opportunity for small group and collaboration and

discussion with time set on SMBD for the task card
c. Engages students in challenging learning tasks supported X
by scaffolding; pacing is appropriate
I like the challenge of today..two different types of tasks,
chance to collaborate, the double measure, and the use of
protractor which is apparently really important for the PSSA
considering this is the third lesson I have seen on this this
week 😊

d. Integrates/records formative assessments throughout X X Exit ticket task card

lesson and gives student feedback good!
Good monitoring during group work…grab a checklist and jot
what you are noticing. For example you saw a students not
holding it the correct way jot that down…Molly does a good
job devising a system jot that down

e. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness by teaching X Well the PSSA needs

to student needs protractors…so you did
it 😊
While you were
monitoring you
taught/remediated as
needed
Professional Responsibilities– used for evidence before or during the lesson
a. Reflects accurately on teaching X Assessment binder

b. Communicates effectively with families X Zoo Trip!

c. Participates in building a supportive professional X I know you have come

community to love regular ed even
a little due in large part
to your work with Mrs.
Hess!
d. Displays high standards of professionalism –PA code (dress X
& demeanor, communication, relationships etc. are
professional), including punctuality & daily attendance

Block? Want to try?

Supervisor / Mentor Teacher Signature____________________________ Student Teacher Signature_______________________

 Give evidence for the scores.

Supervisor / Mentor Teacher Signature____________________________ Student Teacher Signature_______________________