This is not a teacher evaluation rubric with scores. It is a walkthrough so a head of school or mentor can see whether the prepared environment and the work cycle are intact.
Sit. Do not hover. Note what children choose, how long concentration lasts, and whether the adult is presenting, protecting, or interrupting.
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- Shelves complete, ordered, and reachable
- Materials complete and in good repair
- Traffic paths clear; noise level allows concentration
- Outdoor or practical-life extensions available if your program uses them
Work cycle
- Uninterrupted work time is protected
- Children choose, repeat, and return work
- Grace and courtesy is practiced, not lectured
- Snack / care does not collapse the cycle
Adult
- Presentations are brief and precise
- The adult is observing more than talking
- Redirects are quiet and specific
- No public comparison of children
Records
- Observations exist for this week
- Progress states match what you saw (spot-check two children)
- Attendance / care logs are current if required
Follow-up
- One strength to name
- One specific next step
- Date you will walk again
How to use this template
Use once per room on a cadence you can keep — monthly is better than a giant annual surprise. Share the follow-up with the guide the same day.