Teacher Evaluation Prep Checklist

Description

📘 Teacher Evaluation Prep Checklist – Comprehensive Support for Educator Success

Prepare with confidence and showcase your instructional excellence with the Teacher Evaluation Prep Checklist, a powerful resource designed for PreK–12 educators navigating formal or informal evaluations. Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned educator aiming to refine your practice, this checklist ensures you are ready before, during, and after your observation.

What’s Inside:
This checklist is organized into six easy-to-follow sections that align with most teacher evaluation frameworks and rubrics. From lesson planning and classroom setup to instructional strategies and post-observation reflection, this tool helps you stay organized and grounded in best practices.

✅ Checklist Sections Include:

1. Before the Evaluation
   • Know what to expect from your district’s rubric and plan ahead.
   • Reflect on past feedback and prepare supporting documents such as curriculum maps and student data.
2. Lesson Preparation
   • Select a high-impact lesson that aligns with state standards.
   • Plan for equity, rigor, and differentiation using clear objectives and strategies.
3. Classroom Environment
   • Make sure your space reflects a supportive, welcoming, and engaging atmosphere.
   • Reinforce expectations with visuals and student work that reflect classroom culture.
4. Instructional Practices
   • Deliver instruction that encourages student engagement, questioning, collaboration, and active learning.
   • Use real-time data to adjust instruction and show flexibility.
5. Post-Evaluation Reflection
   • Use feedback to strengthen your teaching.
   • Align observations with personal growth goals and advocate for continued support.

🎯 Ideal For:

• Teachers preparing for formal or informal observations
• Educators seeking to boost confidence during evaluation season
• Instructional coaches supporting teacher preparation
• Professional learning communities (PLCs) and mentor-mentee partnerships

📂 Product Format:

• Printable checklist (PDF format)
• Editable version for digital planning
• Bonus reflection prompts and goal-setting section

Equip yourself with a strategic, organized approach to your next classroom observation. The Teacher Evaluation Prep Checklist helps you shine a light on your professional growth, commitment, and classroom impact.