ALVERNO COLLEGE

TEACHER'S REFLECTION

FOR MONTESSORI TEACHERS

(Includes Observation of Teaching and Coach/Teacher Conferences)
Teacher's Name:

September ____ November X____ January ____ March _____ May ____

Lloyd Barbee Montessori

School:

1-3
Grade:

Planning and Preparation (Conceptualization/Diagnosis WTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8,

Evidence (Teacher)

10)

Demonstrates knowledge of content through fluid delivery.

Prepares for lessons.
Integrates state and district learning goals in lesson plans and learning
objectives.
Plans instruction using Montessori Albums including extensions based on
individual students interests, abilities and needs.
Creates short-ranged and long-term plans linked to student needs &
abilities.
Adapts plans to support student progress and engagement.
Learns about students families, culture & community to connect
instruction to student experiences.
Maintains a Montessori Prepared Environment.

____Inadequate

_X___Emerging

____Proficient

.As I gain experience my fluidity increases.

My lessons are practiced beforehand.
I am conscious of Common Core standards and include
these goals in my lessons.
Montessori albums guide curriculum and children are
encouraged to explore in depth.
Skill groups are helping me plan long range plans.
Modifications for ability levels whether higher or lower are
taken into account.
Plans are adapted as they prove to be engaging
/effective.
Community building is a regularly aspect of the classroom
society.
I am continually working to create the best possible
physical and intellectual environment according to the
needs of my second-plane children.

____Distinctive

Classroom Environment (Coordination/Integrative Interaction WTS 1, 2,

3, 5)

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Evidence (Teacher and Student)

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Reflects a positive emotional connection between teacher and students.

Offers verbal, nonverbal and organizational cues to support positive
behavior and academic engagement of all students.
Students connect to one another by smiling, sharing and helping.
Respects each child as an individual.
Supports students as they work independently and collaboratively.
Manages transitions efficiently.
Monitors classroom and takes a proactive stance to behavior
management issues.
Organizes, allocates, and manages resources of time, media, technology
and space.
Manages student attention by engaging them productively in learning
experiences.
Maximizes amount of class time spent in learning by creating and
communicating clear expectations and procedures for behavior.

____Inadequate

_X___Emerging

____Proficient

The connection and trust between my students and I is

building.
I offer support positive behavior at all times.
The children are beginning to connect and work positively
together but fighting/arguing is still an issue.
I respect each child as an individual, supporting
independent and collaborative work.
Transitions are much improved after continual practice.
Proactive management is still difficult, especially as I
have no assistant in the morning.
We have not begun use of media but will in the next
weeks.
Engagement & productivity during learning is increasing.
Communication of expectations and procedures is
improving but needs to be even more consistent.

____Distinctive

Instruction (Communication, Coordination, Diagnosis, Integrative Interaction

WTS 1,2, 3,4,5, 6,7,10)

Presents content in developmentally appropriate way by relating content to

previous lessons.
Consistently demonstrates enthusiasm and purposely creates meaningful
learning opportunities.
Models and supports active listening, interactive discussion and thoughtful
responses in reading, writing & other media.
Challenges and supports student thinking by using:
different types of explanations
o various levels of questioning and discussion techniques
o techniques that repeat and/or extend student responses
o a variety of modalities (visual, auditory, kinesthetic)

Focuses student attention on lesson objectives.

Actively engages students in meaningful learning.
Adjusts instruction to meet student needs, including special education and
ELL, and to address learning styles, in order to enhance learning.
Makes an intentional effort to promote oral language and encourages use
of advanced language.
Varies role in instructional process (instructor, facilitator, coach, audience)
in relation to content, purposes of instruction and needs of learners.
Communicates with sensitivity to cultural and gender differences.

____Inadequate

__X__Emerging

____Proficient

Evidence (Teacher and Student)

Content is related to previous lessons with review.

Enthusiasm is important and variety critical to keep focus
Active listening and interactive discussion takes place
during whole group lessons and research. The children
write daily using different formats.
Oral math exercises encourage every child to strategize
and to explain why they use a particular method to solve
a problem. Montessori lessons are by nature interactive
and use kinesthetic modalities- even in grammar work.
Lesson objectives are stated and learning is meaningful.
All special needs are addressed,children are often
teamed up to support each other & interventions in place
Oral language is stressed / expansion of vocabulary is a
goal.
I vary my role between instructor in a lesson to a coach
whom intercedes only when necessary to an audience for
a presentation of work.
The culture and gender issues and concerns are
addressed at all times.

____Distinctive

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Assessment (Diagnosis/Integrative Interaction WTS 2,8,9,10)

Provides timely & specific feedback to learners.

Involves learners in self assessment.
Focuses the students attention on the process of learning rather than just
getting the correct answer or finishing an activity.
Makes appropriate use of information acquired from assessments,
colleagues, caregivers, and students themselves to identify and meet
learning needs.
Maintains accurate records of student performance and communicates
progress to students, parents & colleagues.
Monitors impact of teaching on student learning, modifying plans and
instruction accordingly.
Reflects on own performance in relation to student learning and WI teacher
standards.

____Inadequate

___x_Emerging

____Proficient

Evidence (Teacher and Student)

I need to make sure to give feedback consistently.
I need to increase the childrens self-assessment.
The process of learning is stressed consistently- effort and
understanding that practice brings full understanding is
key.
Assessments and communication with family, other staff
and the students guide me as I work to meet the needs of
my students.
Record keeping is in place but needs to be done in a more
organized, consistent fashion.
Instruction is continuously adapted as I assess what is
engaging and effective.
Reflection is continuous

____Distinctive

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Professional Responsibilities (Communication/Integrative Interaction

WTS 7,9,10)

Demonstrates professionalism through timely completion of work for

Classroom_____ Seminar_____.
Demonstrates professionalism through regular attendance, arriving on
time: School________
Seminar _____ .
Relates professionally and effectively with mentor _____, staff _____,
and supervisor _____, (including initiating conversation, and problem
solving).
Consults professional literature, colleagues & other resources regarding
education and well-being of students.
Establishes respectful and productive relationship with caregivers, as
possible.
Attends all faculty, grade level meetings, in-service training, Open
House, Parent Teacher Conferences.
Actively participates in seminar by offering ideas, sharing materials and
supporting peers.
Engages in effective self-evaluation and reflection.
Integrates/follows through on Mentor/Supervisor recommendations as
evidenced in teaching practice.

____Inadequate

_x___Emerging

____Proficient

Evidence (Teacher)

Classroom work is completed in a timely fashion. It is a

struggle to meet the work of the certification program as
well.

I am on time-an hour early every day- and late to leave.

10-12 hour days are usual. Unfortunately I have missed
and been late to a couple of Alverno meetings and will
work to make sure this does not happen again.

I work professionally with and am grateful for all who

support my teaching.

I read both for my Alverno project and for my own

knowledge particularly in the areas of increasing literacy
and peace-building.

I communicate with and am respectful to all caregivers and

seek their support.

I attend all faculty, in service and grade-level meetings. I

participate in school functions and open houses as well as
parent-teacher conferences.\

I enjoy and participate actively in the Alverno seminars. I

find them beneficial.

I reflect for required assessments but also for my own

sake. I keep a notebook of ideas as they come to me.

I value tremendously mentor supervisor support and work

to put recommendations into practice.

____Distinctive

Final Remarks: I see improvement! There is still a long way to go. Behavior management, organization and practicing of

lessons for fluidity are continuing goals.

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Overall Performance: ____Inadequate

____Emerging

____Proficient

____Distinctive

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