PRESCHOOL STAFF EVALUATION (5/06)
Name____________________________ Age group_____________ Date___________
In each area, write the number that best describes your level of performance:
3 = consistently meets and often exceeds standards
2 = meets standards, rarely less than acceptable
1 = does not always meet standards, improvements should be made
Personal Qualities
_____Positive attitude
_____Appropriate dress for working with young children
_____Dependable
_____Energetic
_____Conscientious about attendance
Professional Qualities
_____Open to new ideas
_____Uses non-sexist approach
_____Attends workshops to expand knowledge of early childhood development
_____Respectful of children’s feelings and needs
_____Fosters respect for materials and equipment with the children
_____Treats all religions, races, and cultures with respect
_____Uses a quiet voice – not often above that of the children
_____Re-directs children face-to-face, not calling across the room
_____Maintains ethical standards of confidentiality regarding children, parents,
and staff
_____Carefully observes children in the classroom, and regularly writes
anecdotal notes on each child
_____Prepares written conference reports and monthly lesson plans, and provides
copies of these for the office
_____Attends and participates in staff meetings
Working with Children
_____Greets each child upon arrival in a friendly manner
_____Interacts in a way that shows affection and respect
_____Speaks positively and in a calm and gentle voice
_____Helps children communicate with one another – offers modeling and
guidance in expression of feelings
_____Shares humorous incidents and enjoys laughing with the students
Working with Parents
_____Tries to understand parents’ point of view and is open-minded as to their
work, personal circumstances, and child care arrangements
_____Emphasizes positive aspects even when discussing something negative
_____Gives “only the facts” to parents, and does not mention the names of
students involved in an incident
_____Makes eye contact with parents and greet them as they arrive with their child
_____Is available to answer parent questions and/or inquiries, either by phone or e-mail,
or at a mutually designated time
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Working with Co-Workers
_____Greets staff in a friendly manner
_____Respects team ideas when planning
_____Shares ideas and materials with same age level teachers
_____Takes responsibility for “common” areas and materials
_____Communicates effectively with co-teacher
Working with Director
_____Cooperative attitude
_____Shares concerns and suggestions
_____Accepts suggestions and constructive criticism
Planning/programming
_____Plans program that includes social, emotional, large and small motor,
and cognitive development
_____Creates an environment where children feel comfortable, safe, and nurtured
_____Can adapt the program to changes in the day, as well as to the needs of children
_____Provides guidance in the development of healthful habits regarding eating,
toileting, and hand washing
_____Plans for daily lessons and has preparations ready before the start of class
_____Changes bulletin boards and room decorations as lessons change
_____Provides opportunities for growth in independence such as: cleaning up their own
spills, respect for materials and supplies, dressing, and personal grooming
_____Handles diapering, spills, accidents in a relaxed, reassuring way
An element of my teaching that I thought was most successful this year was:
An element of my teaching that I will seek to improve is:
Additional comments: