TEACHING

EVALUATION
METHODS
SARA BUCKLES

Idaho Core Teacher

Standards
ALL TEACHER CANDIDATES ARE EXPECTED TO MEET THE IDAHO CORE TEACHER
STANDARDS AND THE STANDARDS SPECIFIC TO THEIR DISCIPLINE AREAS AT THE
ACCEPTABLE LEVEL OF ABOVE. ADDITIONALLY, ALL TEACHER CANDIDATES ARE
EXPECTED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS DEFINED IN STATE BOARD RULE.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD ONE

KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECT
MATTTER

The teacher understands the

central concepts, tools of
inquiry , and structure of the
discipline taught, and creates
learning experiences that
make there aspects of subject
matter meaningful for
students.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher is able to demonstrate and

understanding of the materials being taught.

The teacher is able to connect present

curriculum to past learning.

The teacher presents the material in engaging

and a variety of different perspectives.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD TWO

KNOWLEDGE OF HUMAN
DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING

The teacher understands how

students learn and develop,
and provides opportunities that
support their intellectual, social
and personal development.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher is able to use language and

content instruction appropriate to their
students learning ability

The teacher is able to effectively promote

strategies which introduce bilingualism,
biliteracy, and multiculturalism

The teacher plans and delivers instruction

based on the intellectual, social, and
personal development of the students

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD THREE

ADAPTING INSTRUCTION
FOR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS

The teacher understands

how students differ in their
approaches to learning and
creates instructional
opportunities that are
adapted to students with
diverse needs.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher makes accommodations for the

student depending on learning requirements of
the student.

The teacher tries to make connections with

students through different interactions using
ethnic, cultural, or socioeconomic conditions
that relate to his or her students.

The teacher creates a learning environment that

is suitable to all learning styles, stages of
development, needs, and strengths.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDAED FOUR

MULTIPLE INSTRUCTIONAL
STRATEGIES

The teacher understands

and uses a variety of
instructional strategies to
encourage students'
development of critical
thinking, problem solving,
and performance skills.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher promotes critical thinking and

problem solving through multiple strategies
to improve language development.

The teacher uses a variety of instructional

materials help provide the best academic
growth for her students.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD FIVE

CLASSROOM MOTIVATION
AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS

The teacher understands

individual and group
motivation and behavior and
creates a learning
environment that encourages
positive social interaction,
active engagement in
learning, and self-motivation.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher takes into account all cultures

in regards to how to properly motivate the
students.

The teachers understands that all students

learn differently when planning on how to
manage their classroom.

The teacher works to provide the best

environment to encourage the greatest
amount of learning.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD SIX

COMMUNICATION SKILLLS

The teacher uses

knowledge of effective
verbal, nonverbal, and
media communication
techniques to foster active
inquiry, collaboration, and
supportive interaction in
the classroom.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher give the correct amount of time

needed to complete an assignment to the best of a
students abilities.

The teacher is supportive to always of a students

expression in speaking, writing, and other forms of
media.

The teacher does not stick to just one specific type

of learning but instead uses multiple different ways
of communication to broaden the learning
experience of the student.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS

STANDARD
SEVEN
INSTRUCTIONAL
PLANNING SKILLS

The teacher plans

instruction based upon
knowledge of subject
matter, students, the
community, and
curriculum goals.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher creates lesson plans that cater to

all levels of learning and backgrounds.

The teacher is able to deliver these said

lessons proficiently to his or her students
adjusting when necessary to meet students
needs.

The teacher is able to create lesson plans

with both long and short term goals in mind.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD
EIGHT

ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT
LEARING

The teacher understands,

uses and interprets formal
and informal assessment
strategies to evaluate and
advance student
performance and to
determine program
effectiveness.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher will select and administer

assessments that will be able to correctly judge
the progress of his or her students.

The teacher is able to appropriately us the

accommodations necessary for all the students
to succeed.

The teacher understands and is able to interpret

the data of the assessments given to anyone
who might ask.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS
STANDARD NINE

PROFESSIONAL COMITMENT
AND RESPONSIBILITY

The teacher is a reflective

practitioner who
demonstrates a commitment
to professional standards and
is continuously engaged in
purposeful mentoring of the
art and science of teaching.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher will use multiple resources to

help constantly improve their teaching
abilities.

The teacher will work with their coworkers

to problem solve and come up with new
ways to deal with issues in the classroom.

IDAHO CORE TEACHER

STANDARDS

STANDARD
TEN
PARTNERSHIIPS

The teacher interacts in a

professional, effective
manner with colleagues,
parents, and other
members of the
community to support
students' learning and
well being.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR AN EDUCATOR?

The teacher will work with other educators to

provide the best opportunities and education
for all students.

The teacher will be an advocate for all

students in their classroom in regards to any
educational needs.

The teacher will work to create relationships

with the students parents or guardians to
better support the students.

Danielson
Framework for
Teaching
THE FRAMEWORK FOR TEACHING IS A RESEARCH-BASED SET OF
COMPONENTS OF INSTRUCTION, ALIGNED TO THE INTASC STANDARDS,
AND GROUNDED IN A CONSTRUCTIVIST VIEW OF LEARNING AND TEACHING.

FRAMEWORK FOR
TEACAHING

DOMAIN 1: PLANNING AND PREPERATION

1a Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy

1b Demonstrating Knowledge of Students

1c Setting Instructional Outcomes

1d Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources

1e Designing Coherent Instruction

1f Designing Student Assessments

FRAMEWORK FOR
TEACHING

DOMAIN 2: CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT

2a Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport

2b Establishing a Culture for Learning

2c Managing Classroom Procedures

2d Managing Student Behavior

2e Organizing Physical Space

FRAMEWORK FOR
TEACHING

DOMAIN 3: INSTRUCTION

3a Communicating With Students

3b Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques

3c Engaging Students in Learning

3d Using Assessment in Instruction

3e Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness

FRAMEWORK FOR
TEACHING

DOMAIN 4: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

4a Reflecting on Teaching

4b Maintaining Accurate Records

4c Communicating with Families

4d Participating in a Professional Community

4e Growing and Developing Professionally

4f Showing Professionalism

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Danielson, Charlotte. The Framework for Teaching: Evaluation Instrument. 2013
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Guidance & Performance Assessment Rubric." (2011): 1-13. Idaho State
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<https://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/teacher_certification/alt_routes.htm>.
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