PDE 430 Cooperating Teacher

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PDE 430
The PDE 430 is completed ONLY by the Cooperating/Mentor Teacher
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This evaluation serves as a supplemental record of a candidate’s professional performance evaluation during a defined timeframe, based on specific criteria, prior to being considered for Pennsylvania certification. 
Instructions for the Evaluator:
1.  Examine all sources of evidence and input furnished by the Candidate, Evaluator, and Cooperating Teacher.
2.Based on the aforementioned sources, refer to Framework for Evaluation: Pre-Service Teacher to assess each domain (commencing on page 2). Consider the Components of Practice outlined for each domain.
3.Once the domains have been scored, the Overall Evaluation section will display the final rating score. Please verify for accuracy.
4.Provide a concise justification for the overall rating in the area provided.
5.Complete the Recommended Actions section, retaining evidence to support your recommendations.
6.Discuss the completed evaluation with the Candidate.
7.Sign the evaluation as the Evaluator and obtain the Candidate’s signature.
EVALUATION RUBRIC
RatingUnsatisfactory (0)Emergent (1)Expected (2)Exemplary (3)
Criteria for RatingThe Candidate’s performance does not meet expectations for certification.The Candidate’s performance shows the potential of developing into the role of a proficient novice educator.The Candidate’s performance aligns with the standard expectations of an effective novice educator.The Candidate’s performance mirrors that of an accomplished novice educator.
Domain I: Planning and Preparation
Components of Practice:
1A:Knowledge of Content Pedagogy
1B:Demonstrating Knowledge of Students
1C:Setting Instructional Outcomes
1D:Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
1E:Designing Coherent Instruction
1F:Designing Student Assessment
Rating 1A: Knowledge of Content Pedagogy 
Rating 1B: Demonstrating Knowledge of Students
Rating: 1C: Setting Instructional Goals
Rating 1D: Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
Rating 1E: Designing Coherent Instruction
Rating 1F: Designing Student Assessment
Domain II: Classroom Environment
Components of Practice:
2A: Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport
2B:Establishing a Culture for Learning
2C:Managing Classroom Procedures
2D:Managing Student Behavior Expectations
2E:Organizing Physical and Digital Space
Rating 2A: Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport
Rating 2B: Establishing a Culture for Learning
Rating 2C: Managing Classroom Procedures
Rating 2D: Managing Student Behavior Expectations
Rating 2E: Organizing Physical & Digital Space
Domain III: Instruction
Components of Practice:
3A:Communicating with Students
3B:Questioning and Discussion Techniques
3C:Engaging Students in Learning Activities and Assignments
3D:Using Assessment in Instruction
3E:Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness
Rating 3A: Communicating with Students
Rating 3B: Questioning & Discussion Techniques
Rating 3C: Engaging Students in Learning Activities and Assignments 
Rating 3D: Using Assessment in Instruction
Rating 3E: Demonstrating Flexibility & Responsiveness
Domain IV: Professional Responsibilities
Components of Practice:
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
Rating 4A: Reflecting on Teaching
Rating 4B: Maintaining Accurate Records
Rating 4C: Communicating with Families
Rating 4D: Participating in Professional Community
Rating 4E: Growing & Developing Professionally
Rating 4F: Showing Professionalism
Overall Evaluation
RatingUnsatisfactoryEmergentExpectedExemplary
Criteria for RatingThe Candidate’s performance does not meet expectations for certification.The Candidate’s performance shows the potential of developing into the role of a proficient novice educator.The Candidate’s performance aligns with the standard expectations of an effective novice educator.The Candidate’s performance mirrors that of an accomplished novice educator.

To satisfactorily complete this evaluation and qualify for Pennsylvania Educator certification, a minimum total of at least (4) points must be attained on the final overall evaluation, with an "Emergent" (1) rating or higher in each of the 4 domains.
Justification:
Recommended Action:
I, the Candidate’s Evaluator, having compiled and retained evidence of justification, make the recommendations noted below.
To be completed at the interim evaluation or before:
To be completed at the final evaluation:
Date of Evaluation Meeting:
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Required Signatures:
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A copy of this completed/signed document must be provided to the Candidate. Another copy must be submitted to and retained by the Institution of Higher Education according to the record retention policy guidelines. 4