University of the Virgin Islands 
School of Education 
Bachelor of Arts in Education 
Elementary Education 
Fall 2013 
 
Student Teaching Competency Evaluation  
TO THE EVALUATOR: Place your evaluation in the appropriate column entitled “Rating.” The 
ST column is for the student teacher to do a self-assessment. The CT column is for the 
cooperating teacher and the US column is for the University supervisor. Please evaluate 
according to the table below. 
A rating of “5” indicates a continuous outstanding or superior performance with unusual 
initiative and imagination. 
A rating of “4” indicates that the student’s work is of a very good quality and is performed 
without much assistance. 
A rating of “3” indicates generally satisfactory work with guidance and supervision, but denotes 
need for improvement. Is also indicates average performance for a student teacher in relation to 
his/her peers.    
A rating of “2” indicates a definite weakness in the area. The student teacher however, seems 
capable of attaining satisfactory standards if carefully guided and supervised.  
A rating of “1” indicates a very serious weakness and it is questionable whether the student can 
attain a satisfactory level of performance in that area even with continued help.  
STT 1 
Competencies 
CT 
US 
PLANNING AND INSTRUCTION 
1. Plans appropriate learning experiences   based on knowledge of 
subject matter and curriculum goals and objectives. (ACEI 2.1-2.4; 
3.1) 
4 
4 
2. Provides instruction based on knowledge of students, learning 
theory and connections across curriculum. (ACEI 3.1) 
4 
4 
3. Selects and applies technology that enhances learning and is 
appropriate for the learning outcomes, and learning environment. 
(ACEI 3.1; 3.5). 
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5 
 
 
4. Uses a variety of instructional strategies and materials to adapt 
instruction to the needs of individual and group learners. (ACEI 3.2; 
3.4) 
4 
4 
5. Breaks tasks into small steps from simple to complex. 
3 
4 
6. Carries out instruction that provides appropriate content and 
meets the objectives. (ACEI 2.1-2.4; 2.6;2.7) 
4 
4 
7. Involves students in meaningful, worthwhile, and challenging 
activities. 
4 
4 
8. Promotes connection between the lesson and the students’ life 
and culture. 
4 
4 
9. Uses effective questioning techniques to promote critical thinking 
and problem solving, with particular emphasis on higher cognitive 
level questions. (ACEI 3.3) 
4 
5 
10. Provides effective feedback and assistance to students during 
learning. (ACEI 3.2)  
5 
5 
11. Maintains a desirable pace in teaching and conveys enthusiasm 
for the content. 
4 
4 
12. Provides for appropriate depth and academic rigor in teaching 
content. (ACEI 2.1-2.4) 
3 
4 
13. Evaluates instruction based on student data.  
4 
4 
14. Uses and interprets formative and summative assessments to 
determine student readiness and acquisition of content. (ACEI 4.0) 
4 
4 
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT 
15. Makes classroom rules, procedures, and expectations clear. 
5 
3 
16. Enforces classroom rules fairly and consistently. 
5 
4 
17. Uses appropriate techniques to deal with unacceptable 
behavior.  
4 
4 
18. Maintains a neat, clean, and safe learning environment in the 
classroom. 
5 
NA 
19. Creates a print-rich learning environment that motivates 
students and fosters active engagement. (ACEI 3.4) 
4 
NA 
20. Uses appropriate language to encourage, direct, and facilitate 
positive behavior. (ACEI 2.1) 
5 
5 
21. Promotes the development of a learning community within the 
classroom. 
4 
4 
22. Acts as an effective model by communicating appropriate 
standards for student behavior. 
4 
5 
TEACHER-STUDENT RELATIONS 
23. Demonstrates respect for and acceptance of all students. (ACEI 
3.2) 
5 
5 
24. Encourages cooperative relationships among and between all 
learners.   
5 
5 
25. Promotes independence and positive self-esteem and self-
motivation in all students. 
4 
4 
26. Responds appropriately when students exhibit challenging 
behaviors.   
3 
4 
27. Maintains high expectations for all students. 
5 
4 
LEADERSHIP 
28. Communicates verbally and non-verbally in ways that show 
respect for diverse cultures in the classroom. 
4 
4 
29. Confers openly with supervisors and makes intelligent use of 
criticism and suggestions. (ACEI 5.2) 
5 
4 
30. Provides accurate documentation and submits reports in a 
timely manner 
3 
3 
31. Works with school professionals to plan and facilitate learning. 
4 
4 
32. Participates in school and community activities and knows the 
importance of collaboration with families and colleagues. (ACEI 5.2)  
5 
4 
PROFESSIONALISM 
33. Maintains regular on-time attendance. 
4 
4 
34. Participates in professional development, including reading 
professional periodicals or journals. (ACEI 5.1) 
4 
4 
COMMUNICATION 
35. Uses knowledge of verbal and nonverbal as well as media 
communication techniques to foster inquiry and collaboration. 
(ACEI 3.5) 
4 
NA 
36. Writes legibly in manuscript and cursive on paper and 
chalkboard. 
5 
5 
37. Speaks with good pronunciation, voice inflection, and 
modulation that model appropriate language behaviors. (ACEI 3.5) 
5 
5 
38. Utilizes technology appropriately for communication, 
information, and sharing. 
5 
5