1.1 Standards & Alignment

The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.

1.2 Data & Assessment

The teacher uses formal and informal methods to measure student progress, then manages and analyzes student data to inform instruction.

1.3 Knowledge of Students

Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.

1.4 Activities

The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.

2.1 Achieving Expectations

The teacher supports all learners in their pursuit of high levels of academic and social-emotional success.

2.2 Content Knowledge & Expertise

The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.

2.3 Communication

The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.

2.4 Differentiation

The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.

2.5 Monitor & Adjust

The teacher formally and informally collects, analyzes and uses student progress data and makes needed lesson adjustments.

3.1 Classroom Environment, Routines & Procedures

The teacher organizes a safe, accessible and efficient classroom.

3.2 Managing Student Behavior

The teacher establishes, communicates and maintains clear expectations for student behavior.

3.3 Classroom Culture

The teacher leads a mutually respectful and collaborative class of actively engaged learners.

4.1 Professional Demeanor & Ethics

The teacher meets district expectations for attendance, professional appeareance, decorum, procedural, ethical, legal and statutory responsibilities.

4.2 Goal Setting

The teacher reflects on his/her practice.

4.3 Professional Development

The teacher enhances the professional community.

4.4 School Community Involvement

The teacher demonstrates leadership with students, colleagues, and community members in the school, district and community through effective communication and outreach.