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Mentor Candidate Standard Evaluation
University of California, Los Angeles
Graduate School of Education
& Information Studies
Derived from the California Standards for the Teaching Profession, CCTC Competency and Performance
Standards, and aligned with Teacher Performance Expectations.
Section 1 - General Assessment Information
Candidate Name: Daus, Lauren Arzaga
Assessment Term
Final
Section 2 - Assessment
Knowledge, Skills and Practices
Description of scoring criteria:
4 = Consistently uses the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and competently.
3 = Demonstrates a developing ability to use the knowledge, skill, and/or practice appropriately and
competently.
2 = Demonstrates an awareness of the knowledge, skill, and/or practice and its importance., but not able to
demonstrate competent use.
1 = Shows little or no awareness of knowledge, skills, and/or practices in contexts where there should be
awareness and/or use.
N = Evidence or observation opportunity too limited to evaluate knowledge, skill, and/or practice
Domain A: Making Subject Matter Comprehensible To Students - TPE 1
4 Demonstrates knowledge and command of subject matter content.
3 Organizes curriculum to support student understanding of central themes and concepts of subject
matter.
4 Interrelates ideas and information within and across subject matter areas.
3 Utilizes instructional strategies appropriate to the subject matter and student developmental levels.
Comments:
Lauren was innovative designing lessons that engaged students through multiple modes appealing to differences in
learning thus reaching multiple learners. She engaged students by bridging the then and now in history with current
events and connections to their prior and cultural knowledge. She was able to articulate instructions and ensured
that learning was accessible by developing structured yet interactive activities.
Domain B: Assessing Student Learning - TPE 2, 3
3 Aligns assessment activities with learning goals.
3 Collects and uses multiple sources of information to assess student learning.
3 Involves and guides all students in assessing their own learning.
3 Uses assessment to guide planning and instruction.
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3 Communicates appropriately with students, families, and colleagues about student progress.
Comments:
Domain C: Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning - TPE 4, TPE 5, TPE 6, TPE 7
4 Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests with learning goals.
4 Uses a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the diverse needs of students.
4 Facilitates learning experiences that promote independent and collaborative learning.
4 Engages students in problem solving, critical thinking and other activities that make subject matter
meaningful.
4 Builds on student comments and questions during the lesson.
Comments:
Domain D: Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for all Students TPE 8, TPE 9
4 Plans instruction that draws on and values the backgrounds, prior knowledge and interests of
students.
3 Establishes and clearly articulates goals for student learning.
4 Develops and sequences instructional activities to facilitate student learning.
4 Modifies instructional plans as appropriate to adjust for student engagement and developmental
levels.
Comments:
Domain E: Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning TPE 10, TPE 11
3 Uses instructional time effectively.
3 Creates a physical environment conducive to learning for all students.
3 Establishes a classroom climate that promotes fairness and respect.
4 Promotes social development and group responsibility.
4 Establishes and maintains standards for student behavior.
3 Plans and implements classroom procedures and routines that support student learning.
Comments:
Lauren was attentive to developing and maintaining a safe classroom culture ensuring the safety of all students. She
addressed injustices or concerns respectfully and always used time to raise student's consciousness on different
issues, thus creating respect and expectations.
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Domain: F: Developing as a Professional Educator TPE 12, TPE 13
4 Maintains professional demeanor and uses appropriate language with students and other
professionals in the school setting.
4 Arrives on time and fulfills obligations at the school site.
4 Appears well groomed and in professional attire.
4 Accepts direction as assigned for completing work related to the assumption of teaching
responsibility.
4 Reflects on teaching practice, initiating and accepting ideas for improvement.
Comments:
Lauren's willingness and interest in learning more about her students demonstrated her full commitment to our
school. She volunteered and was an active participant in responsibilities beyond the classroom such as helping plan
and guide our annual student work exhibit.