Mentor Teacher Observation Objectives

Observer's Name: ______________________     Date Of Observation: __________________

Name of Mentor (3 years teaching Experience): _________________ Time: ______________

Name of Course: _________________              Number of Students: ___________________

Observations:  The purpose of this process is to help new teachers to the district recognize successful teaching techniques, organizational strategies, student monitoring, reinforcement, and adjustment techniques.  This is a good opportunity to make astute observations and take note of how other teachers manage the instructional environment. (Please fill out this form & make a copy for your principal and the curriculum director.)

Briefly describe room setting:

Organization or administrative techniques that save time:

Teaching strategies used to engage students interactively:

Reinforcements, adjustments, monitoring techniques:

Addressing student needs:

Assessment techniques:

Motivational Techniques:

Closure Techniques:

What can I apply personally?