Common use of Novice Educator Developing Educator Proficient Educator Distinguished Educator Clause in Contracts

Novice Educator Developing Educator Proficient Educator Distinguished Educator. □ The Educator has set some goals but has difficulty selecting and creating learning experiences appropriate to the content and to the student. □ The educator uses a limited number of similar strategies on a consistent basis. The educator makes no accommodations to meet the instructional needs of the students. □ The Educator makes a plan for instruction but may not be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill associated with the lesson. □The Educator has set goals. Learning experiences that are appropriate to the student are limited. □ The educator selects strategies that address the learning styles of some students. The teacher makes accommodations to meet the instructional needs of some students. □ The Educator has a plan for instruction but is only able to demonstrate a limited knowledge or skill associated with the lesson. □ The Educator has established goals and high expectations for most students. Learning experiences that are appropriate to the student have been selected and created. □ The educator selects strategies that address the learning styles of most students. The teacher makes accommodations to meet the instructional needs of most students. □ The Educator modifies the instruction as needed and is able to demonstrate both the knowledge and skills needed for the lesson. □ The Educator has established goals and high expectations for all students. Learning experiences that are appropriate have been created for all students. □ The educator selects strategies that effectively address the learning styles of all students. The teacher makes accommodations to meet the instructional needs of all students. □ The Educator is adept in modifying the instruction and consistently both models and demonstrates both the knowledge and skills needed for the lesson. Comments: What is Demonstrated? Sources of Evidence Demonstrates knowledge in multiple ways Educator’s directions and procedures are clear to students Educator’s spoken and written language is correct and conforms to standard English Classroom observations Educator reflections Lesson plans are complete with standard, objective, and assessments noted Assessment data (classroom, local, state and national levels) Lesson plans reflect knowledge of content The use of technology to deliver and enhance instruction Creates appropriate learning experiences Learning activities are designed to engage students at a higher level of cognitive thinking Student work samples show the rigor of the assignments Educator and student reflections Lesson plans show relevant standards for lesson taught Student objectives are posted and communicated Chooses appropriate strategies and accommodations Learning activities are differentiated for individual learners Student work samples showing rigor of the assignments Reviews students’ IEP or Individual Learning Plans and makes accommodations The lesson structure is clear and allows for different pathways according to the student’s needs Collaborates with Support personnel to make modifications Other Specify: