Professional Program Summative Assessment

Teacher Candidate: Bronson Carver December 19, 2016

Teacher Candidate Email: bcarver@lakeheadu.ca
Associate Teacher: Katie Saj
Associate Teacher Email: KSaj@nnec.on.ca
Faculty Advisor: Matthew Roy
School: Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School
City: THUNDER BAY
Subjects: English, Media Studies, OLC
Grades: 10,11,12
No. of Days Complete: 25

COMMITMENT TO STUDENTS AND STUDENT LEARNING

Commitment to the well-being and development of all students Exemplary
Exceeds expectations

Response to issues related to the diversity and equitable treatment of students Exemplary
Exceeds expectations

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of subject matter. Exemplary
Exceeds expectations

TEACHING PRACTICE
Preparation for teaching. Proficient
Meets expectations

Implementation of learning activities that addressed student learning styles. Exemplary

Exceeds expectations

Communication with students, parents, and colleagues. Exemplary

Exceeds expectations

Management of student focus during lessons. Exemplary

Exceeds expectations

Assessment of student progress and reporting results. Proficient

Meets expectations

PROFESSIONALISM
Professional deportment Exemplary
Exceeds expectations

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY

Initiative and enthusiasm. Proficient
Meets expectations

Cooperation with colleagues and the school community. Exemplary

Exceeds expectations

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ONGOING LEARNING
Response to constructive feedback regarding teaching practice. Exemplary
Exceeds expectations

COMMENTS: (strengths, areas for growth, next steps):

Bronson visited the school prior to the start of his placement to become familiar with the courses he would be
teaching and the dynamic of the school itself. Throughout his placement he made an effort to be
well-prepared, developing and presenting engaging lessons that addressed the curriculum in ways that were
culturally relevant and appropriate for all ability levels. Bronsons understanding of the importance of
connecting learning to students culture and backgrounds was evident when he contacted the author of a
specific text that dealt with Indigenous identity and suicide prevention in order to teach material that could
heal issues that the school had faced in its past, being an urban First Nations high school.

Bronson is comfortable in front of a classroom and has developed his teaching style throughout his
placement. Bronson handled classroom management issues with confidence, developing a mutual respect
with students. He has incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to help reach all students and has
varied his assessment methods to suit each assignment. Bronson has also incorporated a variety of
classroom technologies into his lesson planning, helping to engage students in the learning process. Bronson
consistently demonstrated an immense enthusiasm and dedication for teaching, routinely engaging students
by doing things like dressing up as Batman while delivering his lessons. Bronson also continually motivated
all of his students to reach their potential, and found ways to provide various incentives that were
personalized to each student.

Bronson has been responsive to feedback and has strived to continually grow and learn throughout his
placement. He developed a positive rapport with students, both in the classroom and during after-school
activities, routinely offering his time to help students with their homework after school, helping to supervise
the weight room at lunch time, and helping to facilitate activities organized by our Student Council.

As Bronson continues to grow as a teacher and gains more experience working with students, he will further
develop his teaching style and instructional methods.
Bronson has a wealth of interests and knowledge that he brings into the classroom. His time at DFC was very
much appreciated by staff and students.

Contextual or extenuating circumstances surrounding the evaluation of this teacher candidate:

Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School is an urban Aboriginal private school. It is operated by the Northern
Nishnawbe Education Council (NNEC). The NNEC is directed by the Chiefs of the Sioux Lookout District First
Nations. All courses are approved and inspected by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The credits granted at
our school are the same as those of a provincial secondary school, and are transferable to any other high
school.

The students at DFC are primarily shy and quiet until they get to know the people they are working with.
Bronson's efforts to build positive relationships with the students helped to bring out the best in them.

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Bronson expressed a genuine respect and interest in Aboriginal culture and his willingness to learn about and
participate in these traditions were appreciated by staff and students.

FACULTY ADVISOR'S OVERALL RECOMMENDATION:

Developing: Given that this is the teacher candidate's first field placement, he/she is developing as expected.

Official document produced by Lakehead University, Faculty of Education

Dated: 2016-12-19 Signed by:

Dr. Teresa Socha

Chair, Undergraduate Studies in Education

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