Supervisor Candidate Standard Evaluation

University of California, Los Angeles

Graduate School of Education
& Information Studies
Derived from the California Standards for the Teaching Profession, CCTC Competency and Performance Standards,
and aligned with Teacher Performance Expectations.
Section 1 - General Assessment Information
Candidate Name: Fishoff, Jenna Ashley
Assessment Term
Final
Section 2 - Assessment
Knowledge, Skills and Practices
Description of scoring criteria:
4 = Consistently uses the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and competently.
3 = Demonstrates a developing ability to use the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and competently.
2 = Demonstrates an awareness of the knowledge, skill, and/or practice and its importance., but not able to
demonstrate competent use.
1 = Shows little or no awareness of knowledge, skills, and/or practices in contexts where there should be awareness
and/or use.
N = Evidence or observation opportunity too limited to evaluate knowledge, skill, and/or practice
Domain A: Making Subject Matter Comprehensible To Students - TPE 1
3 Demonstrates knowledge and command of subject matter content.
4 Organizes curriculum to support student understanding of central themes and concepts of subject
matter.
4 Interrelates ideas and information within and across subject matter areas.
4 Utilizes instructional strategies appropriate to the subject matter and student developmental levels.
Comments:
Jenna makes a concerted effort to make subject matter comprehensible to students. Her lessons are "hands on",
engaging and interdisciplinary. Her instructional strategies are appropriate for language learners as well as advanced
students.
Domain B: Assessing Student Learning - TPE 2, 3
3 Aligns assessment activities with learning goals.
3 Collects and uses multiple sources of information to assess student learning.
3 Involves and guides all students in assessing their own learning.
3 Uses assessment to guide planning and instruction.
3 Communicates appropriately with students, families, and colleagues about student progress.
Comments:
Jenna continues to develop in the area of assessment. Although she plans formal assessment goals, they tend to be
summative in nature. However, she is developing well in the area of informal assessments, and utilizes them to guide
her ongoing practice. She is also working on having students look at their own work and those of their peers to assess
next steps in their learning.
Domain C: Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning - TPE 4, TPE 5, TPE 6, TPE 7
4 Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests with learning goals.
3 Uses a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs of students.
3 Facilitates learning experiences that promote independent and collaborative learning.
4 Engages students in problem solving, critical thinking and other activities that make subject matter
meaningful.
4 Builds on student comments and questions during the lesson.
Comments:
Jenna is very thoughtful and responsive regarding student feedback. She utilizes comments and questions from her
students and builds upon them as the lesson progresses. She consistently uses the prior knowledge and background of
students to help them connect to new learning. She consistently engages students to think critically and problem solve
issues.
Domain D: Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for all Students TPE 8, TPE 9
4 Plans instruction that draws on and values the backgrounds, prior knowledge and interests of students.
4 Establishes and clearly articulates goals for student learning.
4 Develops and sequences instructional activities to facilitate student learning.
3 Modifies instructional plans as appropriate to adjust for student engagement and developmental levels.
Comments:
Jenna consistently does a good job of planning lessons that meet the needs of all of her students. Her lessons have
clearly articulated goals and show progression that facilitates student learning. Many of her lessons build upon the
interests and background knowledge of her students, to make instruction meaningful.
Domain E: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning TPE 10, TPE 11
4 Uses instructional time effectively.
4 Creates a physical environment conducive to learning for all students.
4 Establishes a classroom climate that promotes fairness and respect.
4 Promotes social development and group responsibility.
4 Establishes and maintains standards for student behavior.
4 Plans and implements classroom procedures and routines that support student learning.
Comments:
Jenna consistently does a good job of maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. She has
established a good rapport with her students, and has created a learning community that is respectful and cooperative.
Domain: F: Developing as a Professional Educator TPE 12, TPE 13
4 Maintains professional demeanor and uses appropriate language with students and other professionals
in the school setting.
4 Arrives on time and fulfills obligations at the school site.
4 Appears well groomed and in professional attire.
4 Accepts direction as assigned for completing work related to the assumption of teaching responsibility.
4 Reflects on teaching practice, initiating and accepting ideas for improvement.
Comments:
Jenna continues to develop as a professional, social justice educator. She implements suggestions given to her, and
reflects on her practice. She is always looking to improve and is curious about new ideas that may benefit her students
and the community.