Columbia College Practicum Child 16/116 Student Teacher Assessment

Students name: Heather

Mentor/Master Teachers name: Kimberly Angel

Date of initial eval: 10/31/2014

Date of final eval: 11/25/2014

NAEYC Teaching Standard 1 Promoting Child Development and Learning: Student teachers use their understanding of young
children's characteristics and needs, and of multiple interacting influences on children's development and learning, to create
environments that are healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging for all children.
The student who is developing his/her
The student who is building their skills in this The student who has integrated this
skills in this standard is becoming familiar
standard has gained understanding and
standard understands and fully
with:
begins to implement:
implements:
Following all health and safety guidelines and protocols
Promoting a respectful and supportive environment
Interacting with the children at their level with an appropriate tone of voice and demeanor
Encouraging conversation and responds appropriately to childrens cues
Using appropriate guidance techniques
Assisting children in identifying and verbalizing their needs and ideas
Encouraging children to identify solutions and solve problems
Building respectful relationships with children
Creating experiences that promote child development and learning
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Heather has a very gentle and caring manner with the children. Her interactions show that she truly cares about each child that she works with.
She continues to watch and learn techniques that support childrens positive learning so that she can provide her best. She is very conscientious
and wants to learn all she can to help children.

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Heather is such a pleasure to work with. She shows a true love for children with her gentleness and brings a calm element to the classroom. She
pays close attention to the children so that she can provide the best care in order to meet their needs. When she enters the classroom she is
always ready to do whatever needs to be done to help the classroom run smoothly.

NAEYC Teaching Standard 2 Building Family and Community Relationships: Student teachers know about, understand, and value
the importance and complex characteristics of children's families and communities. They use their understanding to create
respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families, and to involve all families in their children's development
and learning.
The student who is developing his/her
The student who is building their skills in this The student who has integrated this
skills in this standard is becoming familiar
standard has gained understanding and
standard understands and fully
with:
begins to implement:
implements:
Treating the childrens families with respect
Communicating appropriately with families, including greeting them by name during arrival and pick up
Maintaining confidentiality
Identifying families strengths
Showing awareness of community resources and programs and how they can support families
Being a positive representative of the program in the community
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Heather observes the relationships of the families and fellow teachers. She is learning ways that support positive relationships with one another.
She is naturally a caring, gentle, and friendly individual. She is always willing to do whatever she can to help the center run smoothly. Since day
one, she has been fully present and involved. Her actions show her understanding of dependability and community.

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Heather is a keen observer. She always displays a positive and friendly attitude with the children and their families. She is respectful towards
children, families, and fellow staff.

NAEYC Teaching Standard 3 Observing Documenting and Assessing to Support Young Children and Families: Student teachers know about and
understand the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment. They know about and use systematic observations, documentation, and other effective
assessment strategies in a responsible way, in partnership with families and other professionals, to positively influence children's development
and learning.
The student who is developing his/her skills in
this standard is becoming familiar with:

The student who is building their skills in The student who has integrated this standard
this standard has gained understanding
understands and fully implements:
and begins to implement:
Using observations of the children as a starting point for planning appropriate activities an schedules
Using observations to complete the appropriate assessments of the child
Working with program staff to plan and conduct family conferences
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When teachers are implementing activities with the children, Heather keenly observes and often takes notes. She is eager to learn all she can
about teaching children. During circle time, she is always willing to implement her knowledge of sign language and uses it as often as she can.
She is continuing to observe interactions and familiarize herself with the childrens interests so that she can implement her activities when she is
ready. Heather is developing and is not yet ready to complete a DRDP but is familiar with the assessment tool.

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Heather has spent a lot of time learning all she can about each child. Since day one she has used her observations to carefully plan her activities
to support their learning preferences. She implements sign language each day while working with the children. Her calm demeanor helps her to
serve as a great role model for children that require individual attention. She works hard to understand them and meet their needs. Heather has
become acquainted with the DRDP and ECERS tools. She has gained an understanding how important these tools are in planning curriculum and
setting up a developmentally appropriate environment.

NAEYC Teaching Standard 4 Teaching and Learning: Student teachers integrate their understanding of and relationships with children and
families; their understanding of developmentally effective approaches to teaching and learning; and their knowledge of academic disciplines, to
design, implement, reflect, and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all children.
The student who is developing his/her skills in
this standard is becoming familiar with:

The student who is building their skills in this

The student who has integrated this standard
standard has gained understanding and begins understands and fully implements:
to implement:
Completing required observation, planning and reflection cycle (including paperwork) for each practicum activity
Regularly reflecting on experiences to best support childrens growth and development
Using reflection to engage in continuous improvement of teaching practices
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Although Heather has not implemented her planned activities yet, she has taught the children many words in sign language. She has signed
several books and songs during circle time. She eludes confidence when she is sharing with the children and has contributed a calming element
to their learning environment.

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I really appreciate how Heather carefully and thoughtfully planned her activities. She used her observations of the children and their preferences
to extend their learning. She truly is a natural when it comes to planning and implementing curriculum.

NAEYC Teaching Standard 5 Becoming a Professional: Student teachers identify and conduct themselves as members of the early
childhood profession. They know and use ethical guidelines and other professional standards related to early childhood practice.
They are continuous, collaborative learners who demonstrate knowledgeable, reflective, and critical perspectives on their work,
making informed decisions that integrate knowledge from a variety of courses. They use their interpersonal skills in working as a
team member with parents, peers, and supervisors. They are developing a philosophical approach that follows standard
professional practices that includes a perspective to becoming culturally sensitive. They are informed advocates for sound
educational practices and policies.
The student who is developing his/her skills in
this standard is becoming familiar with:

The student who is building their skills in this

The student who has integrated this standard
standard has gained understanding and begins understands and fully implements:
to implement:
Arriving on time dressed appropriately for the job
Communicating with the master teacher about changes in schedule
Being fully present when at work, free from distractions or demands of other classes or personal business
Communicating effectively with co-workers

 Maintaining positive relationships with both staff and families.

Behaving in keeping with the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
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Heather positively interacts in the classroom and shows a deep love for children. She always has a positive attitude and is always willing to help
in any way that she can. She does all that she is asked to do and completes important tasks in the classroom. There have been many times that
she jumps right in to complete classroom tasks without being asked. She is very respectful, caring, gentle, calm, and understanding with staff
and the children. She is very conscientious about making sure that she meets her practicum commitments and communicates when she needs to
change her schedule.

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Heather is a great communicator. She has emailed me in a timely manner to change her schedule at various times. She is very respectful towards
the children and fellow staff. She comes in at her scheduled time, is fully present, and jumps right in. She always has a smile on her face and
interacts positively. Heather has been such a pleasure to have in class. I really love how she is always willing to share ideas and her knowledge of
sign language.
Reviewed initial evaluation with the student on:
Kimberly Angel 10/31 /2014

Heather Smith 10/31/2014

Reviewed final evaluation with the student on:

Kimberly Angel 11/25/2014

Heather Smith 11/25/14