Appraisal for Growth

Professional Standards for Teachers Evaluation Tool

This tool is intended as a mechanism to support the annual appraisal of teaching staff
within the Aga Khan Academies. It should be used in conjunction with the Appraisal for
Growth - Individual Annual Review Form. Prior to their annual appraisal meeting Staff
should use this form to engage in an initial reflective self-review of their performance with
reference to each of the professional standards included. They should then discuss the
results of their reflection with their appraiser during the appraisal meeting to arrive at an
agreed rating. Reference should be made throughout the process to the evaluation rubric
included in the Appraisal for Growth - Professional Standards for Teachers document. Once
a rating has been assigned for each standard it should be entered into the appropriate
section of the Appraisal for Growth - Individual Annual Review Form by the appraiser.
Category A: Professional values and practices

i) Contributes to and shares responsibility for the realization of the vision and philosophy of the Academy; demonstrates and promotes the positive values, attitudes and behaviours
that are expected from all members of the Academy; is aware of and works within the Academies’ policies and frameworks relating to teachers’ responsibilities.

Rating Data and evidence used to support rating 3 Recommended action

(1-4) I will try and use the core value lessons to
All my efforts are focused on encouraging students to be global
address this issue
citizens, critical thinkers and caring individuals. However, students
continue to bully exhibit un pyp traits.
ii) Models professional and ethical standards and demonstrates personal integrity in all interactions.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating 3 Recommended action
(1-4) I need to be a leader and take charge of
I try and behave like a pyp teacher should!. Show all the attributes of
things rather than allow others to override
the learner profile. However, we are all learning and I am aware of my
my opinion. I definitely have to work on
deficiencies and plan to work on them
being poised and balanced.
iii) Recognizes the educational value of all aspects of the student experience, including residential life, and as such embraces and engages with all aspects of student life at the
Academy.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iv) Communicates sensitively and effectively with parents/guardians, recognizing their roles, rights, responsibilities and interests with respect to students’ learning.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

v) Collaborates with the whole Academy and local community to promote an appreciation of diversity and the development of pluralistic sensitivity in the Academy. Recognizes the
value and essential nature of contributing widely to the development of the Academies network as a whole.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

vi) Sets high expectations for student engagement in learning and establishes a class climate that promotes pride in one’s work.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)
Category B: Knowledge and understanding

i) Has a secure knowledge and understanding of subject/area(s) taught and of the ways it/they can be made accessible to students in an age appropriate way.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

ii) Understands and values the progressive development of the child. Understands the aims and principles of the programme in which one teaches, and is aware of the expectations,
disciplinary structures and teaching arrangements associated with the grade levels before and after the levels taught.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iii) Keeps up to date with emerging educational resources and new developments in technologies for teaching and learning
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iv) Understands and is able to operationalize the concepts of action and service for the age groups taught, and understands the importance of these elements for the vision of the
Academies.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

v) Understands the range and relevance of concepts and values related to the AK areas of focus (pluralism, ethics, governance, global economics, cultures and Muslim
civilizations) and is able to integrate them effectively into the teaching and learning process.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

vi) Is familiar with policies and procedures governing teaching and learning in the Academies.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)
Category C: Planning, setting expectations and targets

i) Sets challenging teaching and learning outcomes that are relevant, that take account of students’ past and current achievement and emphasize the use of higher order thinking
skills.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

ii) Knows, understands and supports the roles of colleagues with specific responsibilities, including those related to learning and language support, extra-curricular activities and
residential life; works collaboratively with colleagues to establish a rich and coherent student learning experience.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iii) Uses learning outcomes to plan units of work and individual lessons; establishes clearly communicable and assessable criteria for student achievement.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iv) Takes part in and contributes to collaborative planning and/or team teaching activities appropriate to the programme.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

v) Plans opportunities for students to learn in and out of the school campus context (e.g. school outings, fieldwork, club and action/service activities in the wider community).
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

vi) Improves practice through a continuous process of evaluation, reflection and revision; learns from experience, from the effective practice of others and from evidence; is self-
motivated and takes increasing responsibility for participation in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development that results in the enhancement of student
learning.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)
Category D: Classroom environment and instruction

i) Builds successful relationships with students, focused on learning, where diversity is valued and where students feel secure and confident.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

ii) Understands and is able to adapt teaching to the needs of gifted and talented students.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iii) Organizes and manages the physical teaching space, tools, materials, texts, ICT and other media resources safely and effectively.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iv) Organizes and manages teaching and learning time effectively.

Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

v) Differentiates teaching to meet the individual needs of the students, including those with special educational or language support needs.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

vi) Demonstrates flexibility, adapting strategies and student groupings to find the most effective approaches.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)
Category E: Monitoring and assessment

i) Makes appropriate use of a range of monitoring and assessment strategies to evaluate students’ progress toward targeted learning outcomes and uses this information to improve
teaching and learning.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

ii) Monitors learning while teaching, giving timely and constructive feedback to support students as they learn;involves students in reflecting on, evaluating and improving their
own performance.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iii) Is able to effectively assess student progress against relevant programme principles and outcomes such as understanding of the AK strands and the learner profile.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

iv) Makes expectations for learning clear to students and promotes active learning through the creation of appropriate criterion referenced activities and assignments.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

v) Records and reports on, student progress and achievement both accurately and informatively, providing evidence of the range of their work, progress and attainment over time.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)

vi) Ensures that students fully understand assessment requirements and the criteria for achievement and uses records over time to help students review their own progress.
Rating Data and evidence used to support rating Recommended action
(1-4)