Faculty of Education

Advanced Field Experience

(9 Weeks)

Final Evaluation 2014-2015

Student Teacher:
Joanne Shaw

Dates of Field Experience:

October 12, 2014 December 12, 2014

ID Number:
1390013

School Name & Address:

Marwayne Jubilee School
Box 99
Marwayne, AB
T0B 2X0

Course (Select):
EDFX 425

School Telephone:
780-847-3930
Mentor Teacher(s):
Kym Person

University Facilitator:
Brad Romanchuk

School District:
Buffalo Trail Public Schools
Subject(s) and/or Grade level(s):
Grade 2

Distribution:
Students should retain a hard copy of the Final Evaluation form for their own records. Please note that potential
employers may ask for a copy of this Final Evaluation.
A final copy of this form will be emailed by the University Facilitator to the office of Undergraduate Student Services,
where it will be retained for a period of three years; no other copies will be retained by Mentor Teachers, University
Facilitators or employees of the University of Alberta without the written permission of the Student Teacher.

It is recommended that the Student Teacher receive a grade of: Credit

Date: December 12, 2014

The purpose of this Field Experience Final Evaluation document is to provide evidence and communicate
information regarding Student Teacher performance based on the Knowledge, Skills and Attributes (KSAs) for
Interim Certification.
Comments reflect strengths and areas for growth in each category.

Description of the school and context of teaching:

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

School size
Special programs
Special needs students in class

Urban/Rural
Class size
Number of teachers

Marwayne Jubliee School is a rural school which consists of Kindergarten to Grade 12 offering
full programming to approximately 315 students. For elementary we have: Accelerated
Reading Program, recycling program, book fair, guided reading, spirit leaders, house leagues,
ski trip, swimming lessons, family movie nights as well as other numerous activities.
For the junior high and high school we have: after school sports, leadership, ski trip, book fair,
dinner theatre, family movie night, and year book.

Preparation, Planning and Organization

KSA A: Teachers understand that contextual variables affect teaching and learning.
KSA C: Teachers use the Guide to Education and the programs of study to inform and direct planning, instruction and
assessment.
KSA D: Teachers understand the subject discipline they teach.
KSA E: Teachers know how to identify students different learning styles and ways students learn and create multiple paths to
learning for individuals and groups.
KSA F: Teachers know how to translate curriculum and desired outcomes into meaningful and incrementally progressive
learning opportunities through short, medium and long range planning.
KSA M: Teachers identify and incorporate relevant learning resources into their teaching.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Curriculum expectations
Content knowledge
Lesson Plans

Organization
Time management
Diverse learning needs

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne is a well-organized person. Her lesson plans consisted of explaining what the students
are to learn that day, modelling the concept, giving concrete examples for them to explore,
adapting the examples for those who needed it, gaining students confidence with proficient
examples and then having them complete their assignments.
Joanne was very quiet but as time progressed her confidence has grown as well as her volume.
Joanne taught two math units, a guided reading cycle, language arts, social, science, health and
music.

Evaluation Form

Teaching Skills and Strategies

KSA A: Teachers understand that contextual variables affect teaching and learning.
KSA D: Teachers understand the subject discipline they teach.
KSA E: Teachers know how to identify students different learning styles and ways students learn and create multiple paths to
learning for individuals and groups.
KSA F: Teachers know how to translate curriculum and desired outcomes into meaningful and incrementally progressive
learning opportunities through short, medium and long range planning.
KSA I: Teachers know and use a broad range of instructional strategies.
KSA J: Teachers use both traditional and electronic technologies to meet students learning needs.
KSA M: Teachers identify and incorporate relevant learning resources into their teaching.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Learning strategies
Instructional strategies
Student interest
Pacing

Sequencing/timing
Uses ICT
Cultural sensitivity
Lesson/unit plans

Flexibility
Differentiation of instruction

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne did an excellent job in aligning all the SLEs for her math units and the lessons she
taught with the curriculum. She really enjoys math and it showed. The students were engaged
in their learning through use of modelling, concrete examples, technology and games which
included all level of modality (auditory, visual and kinesthetic). With the math units, she not only
used the text book but other resources to engage all levels of learners.

Communication
KSA H: Teachers know the importance of respecting students human dignity by establishing relationships with students that
are characterized by mutual respect, trust and harmony.
KSA J: Teachers know how to use and how to engage students in using traditional and electronic technologies to present and
deliver content, communicate effectively with others.
KSA L: Teachers know how to develop and implement strategies that create and enhance teacher, parent, and student
partnerships.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Oral and written language

Listening skills
Voice and language

Communication with parents/guardians

Teaching/learning technologies

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne is a quiet individual. The more she taught and gained confidence the better her voice
level became. Joanne is a naturally quiet individual, so she used the FM system to help project
her voice.
Joanne has learned that teaching division one means we have to be good role models at all
times. This is especially important when modelling printing for students. She, as well, was
learning with them how to properly form the letters.
She did an excellent job of mixing up teaching by using technology, teacher directed, student
directed and games to engage her students.
Joanne had a few opportunities to talk with parents other than interviews. She is a great
listener. The students loved this for they knew they were being heard.
13/12/2013 2:02 PM

Assessment Strategies
KSA K: Teachers gather information about their students learning needs and progress by using a variety of assessment
strategies.
KSA L: Teachers know the importance of engaging parents, purposefully and meaningfully, in all aspects of teaching and
learning.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Appropriate questioning
Assessment variety
Formative/ Summative
Timely feedback

Adapted assessment
Record keeping
Reporting

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne tried different strategies to assess students. For example: thumbs up and thumbs down,
using signals to show understanding, using their fingers to show how many sounds they hear in
a word for spelling, playing games to see where they are at as well as using their practice
sheets or manipulatives. She has seen the importance of having summative assessments done
to help back teachers professional judgement of where each students academic level. Joanne
gave input where she could in preparation for parent-teacher interviews. A sheet was used with
different evaluation tools to show the parents the students progress. She was able to attend
these meetings and give support when needed.

Management and Classroom Climate

KSA A: Teachers understand that contextual variables affect teaching and learning.
KSA G: Teachers create and maintain environments that are conducive to student learning and understand student needs for
physical, social, cultural and psychological security.
KSA H: Teachers know the importance of respecting students human dignity by establishing relationships with students that
are characterized by mutual respect, trust and harmony.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Class tone
Rapport with students
Student engagement
Transitions

Routines
Conflict resolution
Leadership

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

This is an area that all teachers strive to become better at. Joanne was in tune with her
students. She got down at their level to talk with them and used a calm tone. Because of her
calm tone, the classroom environment was calm and quiet by nature when she taught a subject.
Joanne knows the importance of being prepared helps keep students on task. Transitions
needed to be filled with structure as well as lessons. We have talked about different strategies
and she was able to watch a few veteran teachers to pick up ideas of how they did it. The
strategies she had seen and tried will help her to continue to become better. We had
discussions about how to start the year and get it started. Everyone has their own style that
they are comfortable with; she has to find hers and fine tune it. With practice and more
experience, it will get better and her confidence will continue to grow.
.

Evaluation Form

Understanding Students Needs

KSA E: Teachers know how to identify students different learning styles and ways students learn and create multiple paths to
learning for individuals and groups.
KSA F: Teachers know how to translate curriculum and desired outcomes into meaningful and incrementally progressive
learning opportunities. Teachers understand the need to vary their plans to accommodate individuals and groups of
students.
KSA I: Teachers know and use a broad range of instructional strategies and know which strategies are appropriate to help
different students achieve different outcomes.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Planning that includes all students and learning styles

Alignment of strategies to student needs
Use of varied resources to differentiate instruction
Assists all learners
Understands contextual variables that affect teaching and learning

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne takes into account when planning, students needs. Her plans have aspects of all
modalities for all students to learn. She understands at the grade 2 level that we are learning the
basics and they need lots of practice to build confidence in themselves.
Joanne has a very caring demeanor. She gets down at the students level to make them feel
important and listens to what they need and helps them in any way she can.
Observing Joanne teaching was wonderful. When we would talk about lessons plans she would
ask questions about the ways she is presenting her lessons and if they were alright or how they
could be improved. We would have discussions about ideas. You could tell she was listening
intently and using that information to the best of her abilities. In her lessons, she would
incorporate her ideas as well as others that were discussed. This is an important trait for she is
willing to change and grow; indicating she will be a life-long learner.

Professional Qualities and Attributes

KSA B: Teachers understand the legislated, moral and ethical frameworks with in which they work.
KSA H: Teachers know the importance of respecting students human dignity by establishing relationships with students that are
characterized by mutual respect, trust and harmony.
KSA L: Teachers know the importance of engaging parents, purposefully and meaningfully, in all aspects of teaching and
learning.
KSA N: Teachers know the importance of contributing, independently and collegially, to the quality of their school.
KSA O: Teachers assess the quality of their own teaching and use this to develop and implement their own professional
development.
KSA P: Teachers guide their actions with a personal, overall vision of the purpose of teacher and they are able to communicate
their vision, including how it has changed as a result of new knowledge, understanding and experience.

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Work ethics
Initiative
Attitude
Commitment

Interpersonal skills
Energy
Appearance
Reflective

Collegiality
Team work

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne always strived to do her best and to ensure the students are provided with the best
Last

P age |4

learning opportunities. Her appearance is always professional. She comes in at 8:15 and leaves
around 5:00 for us to go over our day. We would meet on Sundays to make sure everything was
prepared and ready to go for the week.

Reflection and Self-Evaluation

KSA O: Teachers assess the quality of their own teaching and use this to develop and implement their own professional
development.
KSA P: Teachers guide their actions with a personal, overall vision of the purpose of teacher and they are able to communicate
their vision, including how it has changed as a result of new knowledge, understanding and experience

Suggested Topics
Not all need to be addressed.

Establishes specific strategies to meet professional goals

Demonstrates oral/written reflective practices
Engages in goal setting
Communicates overall vision of teaching

Teacher evaluation including evidence:

Joanne always met on Sundays to go over lessons and make sure everything was planned and
ready to go. She would incorporate ideas from others to her lessons that worked for her.
Joanne is consistently reflecting on her teaching and always strives to do better.

Other Comments:
Our principal has provided her with the opportunity to have a mock interview to help her develop
interviewing skills.
Weve had lots of discussions regarding preparation for teaching her own class: What things she
needs at the beginning of the year, end of year and how to prepare for parent-teacher interviews.

Student Teachers Comments:

These 9 weeks have absolutely flown by. I have grown so much from this experience. I have
discovered my teaching philosophy as well as found some classroom management techniques
that I look forward to trying out with my own class in the near future. My overall confidence has
also grown as I get more comfortable in my role as the teacher. I know that being a teacher
means that I will be learning and changing throughout my career as I am continually reflecting
upon my lessons so that I can strive to make them better for the next time.
I am grateful to the staff and students of Marwayne Jubilee for this wonderful opportunity to learn
from everyone and to experience Grade 2.