Classroom Observation Check Sheet

Classroom Observation Check Sheet Quality Teaching and Learning

School: ______Teacher:______

Time:______Class:______Observer:______

1. Curriculum/Core Content Observed Evidence/Comments A. Current unit of study is aligned to standards for age group. □ B. Interventions are focused on student need and documented in □ EPSS. 2. Assessment A. Teacher utilizes appropriate questioning skills □ B. Assessment is related to instruction □ C. Assessment involves critical thinking □ 3. Instruction A. Research based practices used to engage all students □ B. Instruction reviews prior knowledge □ C. Class objectives/essential questions are used □ D. Instruction addresses varied learning styles □ E. Lesson uses manipulatives/technology □ F. Students can articulate goals for learning □ 4. Culture A. Teacher has high expectations for ALL students □ B. Teacher has a good rapport with students □ C. Teacher manages classroom behavior effectively □ D. Students are engaged in classroom activity □ 5. Leadership A. Vision/Mission statement posted or reviewed □ B. Classroom routines are consistently practiced □ 6. Organization A. Teacher uses varied grouping strategies. □ B. Materials organized and easily accessible by students □ C. Transitions are performed without disruption □ 7. Planning A. PDSA is visible □ B. Teacher has copy of EPSS □ Classroom Activities

Priority Schools Bureau 11/9/2017 Student Work Displayed □ Lecture □ Technology Available □ Teacher Demonstration □ Cooperative Group Activity □ Appropriate Resources □

Additional Comments:

Priority Schools Bureau 11/9/2017