5th Grade Teacher

The teacher has materials, supplies, and equipment for each lesson ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity; gets the class started quickly; gets students on task quickly at the beginning of each lesson; maintains a high level of student time-on-task.

The teacher has established a set of rules and procedures that govern routine administrative matters and student verbal participation, talk, and movement during various activities; frequently monitors student behavior during whole‑class, small group, seat work activities and transitions; stops inappropriate behavior promptly and consistently while maintaining the dignity of the student.

The teacher begins the lesson or instructional activity with a review of previous materials; introduces the lesson and specific learning objectives when appropriate; speaks fluently and precisely; presents concepts and language understandable to the students; provides relevant examples and demonstrations; assigns tasks that students handle with a high success rate; asks appropriate questions; conducts the lesson at a brisk pace, slowing when necessary;

makes efficient transitions; ensures assignments are clear; summarizes main points at the end.

The teacher maintains clear, firm, and reasonable work standards and due dates; circulates during class work to check performance; uses oral, written, and other work products to assess progress; asks questions clearly and one at a time.

The teacher provides feedback on in‑class work to encourage growth; gives prompt feedback on out‑of‑class work; affirms correct oral responses and probes after incorrect or no responses to sustain learning.

The teacher has an instructional plan compatible with school and system‑wide curricular goals; uses diagnostic information from tests and assessments to revise objectives and tasks; maintains accurate records; aligns objectives, learning strategies, assessment, and student needs; uses available resources to support instruction.

The teacher treats all students fairly and equitably; interacts effectively with students, coworkers, parents, and the community.

The teacher carries out non‑instructional duties as assigned; follows laws, policies, rules, and regulations; adheres to a professional development plan and demonstrates growth.