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Rubric
Rubric for Performance Standards Domain Six: Communication
Communication: Communicates clearly and correctly with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
- In addition to Performance Level B, the teacher models effective communication strategies with students, parents, and other stakeholders in conveying ideas and information, questioning, clarifying, and restating. The teacher understands the cultural dimensions of communication and responds appropriately.
- In addition to Performance Levels A and B, the teacher communicates with parents, counselors, and teachers of other classes, for the purpose of developing cooperative partnerships in support of student learning. Written information is structured for clear and concise communication with the identified audience. The reader's experience, perspectives, and skills are considered when composing written documents. The teacher uses a variety of tools to enrich communication opportunities.
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- Appropriate grammar and word choice are used for the clear and concise exchange of information. The teacher models effective communication strategies through questioning, listening, clarifying, and restating.
- An appropriate volume and pace are used to communicate the content for the specific audience. Written information is logically organized and complete for the intended purpose and audience, with correct grammar and mechanics.
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- Clear communication is evidenced by appropriate grammar and the logical organization of information. The teacher speaks clearly, using vocabulary appropriate to the level of the audience.
- The teacher uses vocabulary that reflects knowledge of the content. Written information is organized, with correct grammar and vocabulary appropriate to the level of the audience.
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(Adapted from the Tennessee Department of Education's Framework for Evaluation and Professional Growth)
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