Child Development Laboratories
Lead Teacher Evaluation
Evaluation of ______Date ______
Evaluation by ______Position ______
This section of the Lead Teacher Evaluation is based specifically on the requirements and responsibilities listed on the “Job Description for Lead Teacher”. For each item, assess how well the person carries out that aspect of job responsibilities in his/her daily actions and interaction in the CDL environment. Comments on specific items can be made at the end of the evaluation form. Rate each item using the following ratings:
1-Never 2-Seldom 3-Sometimes 4-Frequently 5-Always N/A-Not Applicable
I.Supervisory Responsibilities
Administrative Responsibilities
_____ 1. / Serves as a model teacher in all aspects of Laboratories’ programs._____ 2. / Supervise all personnel working in his/her classroom(s).
_____ 3. / Promotes team spirit, encouraging congeniality and interpersonal problem solving.
_____ 4. / Assigns responsibilities to staff.
_____ 5. / Guides and evaluates participation of volunteers, practicing teachers, student teachers, assistant teachers and interns.
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Curriculum
_____ 6. / Assists master teacher in developing, implementing and evaluating curriculum._____ 7. / Understands and actively supports the philosophies of the CDL.
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Parent Involvement
_____ 8. / Offers parent conferences on a regular basis, approximately twice each academic year._____ 9. / Answers policy questions in accordance with Parent Handbook or directs questions to appropriate personnel.
_____ 10. / Builds and maintains rapport with parents of enrolled children, including participation in parent events.
_____ 11. / Is available for parental conversations during arrival or departure of children.
_____ 12. / Greets parents and children during arrival.
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Physical Environment and Facilities
_____ 13. / Assists master teacher in preparing the physical environment for best use of space and safety of children._____ 14. / Assists master teacher in maintaining lists of needed supplies and equipment.
_____ 15. / Maintains lab in a clean, sanitary condition.
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Research and Evaluation
_____ 16. / Reviews research proposals and cooperates with investigator(s) as much as possible in study._____ 17. / Participates in periodic self-evaluations, as well as evaluations of performance and professional growth with the director.
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Interactions Among Staff, Parents and Children
_____ 18. / Interacts frequently with children, showing affection and respect._____ 19. / Responds to children’s verbal and non-verbal cues.
_____ 20. / Speaks with children in a friendly, courteous manner, encouraging children to use language.
_____ 21. / Treats all children, staff, and parents with equal respect and consideration.
_____ 22. / Provides children of both sexes with equal opportunity to take part in all activities.
_____ 23. / Interacts with parents in a relaxed, sincere and honest manner. Reflects concern and caring for child.
_____ 24. / Promotes cooperation among staff, sharing resources, problems, and ideas.
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Guidance of Children
_____ 25. / Appropriately guides children in interactions with peers, adults, and their environment._____ 26. / Encourages independence and problem solving in children, as they are ready.
_____ 27. / Sets realistic limits with children.
_____ 28. / Maintains consistency in behavioral expectations of children.
_____ 29. / Uses logical and natural consequences in guiding children.
_____ 30. / Guides children during transitions and routines.
_____ 31. / Guides children in a respectful manner which maintains the feelings and dignity of the children.
_____ 32. / Helps children deal with anger, sadness, and frustration.
_____ 33. / Encourages prosocial behavior in children through the use of problem solving techniques.
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Miscellaneous Responsibilities
_____ 34. / Actively review children’s files and is familiar with background of enrolled children._____ 35. / Attends scheduled staff meetings.
_____ 36. / Informs master teacher of any emergency or illness prior to session’s beginning.
_____ 37. / Attends all CDL family and staff events.
_____ 38. / Works 160 hours per year over SIU breaks.
Professional Development
_____ 39. / Has clear understanding of the job and is able to participate in a frank analysis of his/her strengths and areas needing continued growth._____ 40. / Displays interest and participation in professional organizations and services to the profession.
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Academic Performance
_____ 41. / Has clear understanding of the job and is able to participate in a frank analysis of his/her strengths and areas needing continued growth._____4 2. / Displays interest and participation in professional organizations and services to the profession.
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