This teacher observation form is designed to assess a teacher's planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities. The form includes questions about the teacher's expectations for student work, classroom behavior, and literacy materials. It also evaluates the teacher's use of instructional strategies such as activating prior knowledge, presenting mini-lessons, and introducing key vocabulary. The form allows for additional comments to provide a more comprehensive evaluation of the teacher's performance. Sections: Planning & Preparation Classroom Environment Instruction Professional Responsibilities Additional Comments