1. Walk-through Observation Notes
Teacher: Date: Time In: Time Out:
Observer: Mastery Objective:
While in your classroom I observed the following:
Classroom Management and Culture
CMC Teacher Behaviors/Actions CMC Student Behaviors/Actions
o Sense of urgency o On task and actively participating
o Respectful, supportive tone o Following directions/expectations
o Assertive tone when appropriate o Respectful/courteous
o High expectations o Sense of responsibility/initiative for learning
o Stimulating classroom environment o Productive risk-taking
o Positive reinforcement o Off task/disengaged
o Redirecting inappropriate/off task behavior o Disruptive/disrespectful
o Strong procedures/routines/transitions
CMC Strengths CMC Areas of Improvement
Instructional Planning and Delivery
IPD Teacher Behaviors/Actions IPD Evidence/Usage of Instructional Strategies
o Objective clearly posted and stated Mastery Objective:
o Current lesson plans available
o Engaging and effective instructional strategies
o Varied and effective grouping strategies
o Read world connections How teacher assessed for student mastery of objective or
o Questioning/higher order thinking skills checked for understanding:
o Actively monitoring student understanding
o Formative/summative assessments
o Effective pacing and sequencing
IPD Strengths IPD Areas of Improvement

2. GENERAL COMMENTS/QUESTIONS
KEY TAKE-AWAYS
Keep Doing Start Doing Think About Not Doing
ACTION STEPS (if applicable)
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Instructor’s signature Observer’s signature Date of Conference