Janelle Cox

Student Teacher Observation Checklist

student teacher observation

• Areas of Observation by Cooperating Teacher (Classroom Teacher) 

• 1. Is the student teacher prepared?  

• 2. Do they have knowledge of the subject matter and a purpose?  

• 3. Can the student teacher control students\' behavior?

• 4. Does the student teacher stay on topic?

• 5. Is the student teacher enthusiastic about the lesson they are teaching?

• 6. Does the student teacher have the ability to

• 7. Is the student teacher able to present

• 8. Do students actively participate in class activities and discussions?

• 9. How do the students respond to the student teacher?

• 10. Does the teacher communicate effectively?

• Areas of Observation by College Supervisor

• 1. General appearance and demeanor

• 2. Preparation

• 3. Attitude towards the classroom

• 4. Effectiveness of lessons

• 5. Presenter effectiveness

• 6. Classroom management and behavior

• Areas of Observation Used in Self-Evaluation

• 1. Are my objectives clear?

• 2. Did I teach my objective?

• 3. Is my lesson timed well?

• 4. Do I remain on one topic too long or too short?

• 5. Do I use a clear voice?

• 6. Was I organized?

• 7. Is my handwriting legible?

• 8. Do I use proper speech?

• 9. Do I move around the classroom enough?

• 10. Did I use a variety of teaching materials?

• 11. Do I show enthusiasm?

• 12. Do I have make good eye-contact with the students?

• 13. Did I explain the lesson effectively?

• 14. Were my directions clear?

• 15. Did I show confidence and knowledge of the subject?