Classroom Observation Journal

1. How is the teachers’ room set up?

2. What centers are always available to the students?

3. How does the teacher manage transitions?

4. How does the teacher include technology in learning?

5. How would you describe the teacher relationships with students?

6. What was the classroom environment like?

7. What are the methods of instruction?

8. How does the teacher keep everyone on task?

9. How does the teacher accommodate those with special needs?

10. How does the teacher use class time?

11. How does the teacher engage the students in the lesson?

12. How does the teacher handle inappropriate behavior?

13. What was your favorite activity that the teacher did?

14. What visual aids did the teacher use in the classroom?

15. On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your teacher and why?

16. If you were the principal, would you hire the teacher? Why or Why not?