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Teacher Observation Templates: Danielson, Marzano, CLASS & Walkthroughs

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Template 1

Danielson Observation Template

Charlotte Danielson / The Danielson Group
Formal evaluation cycles

A structured observation and evaluation framework for classroom review and educator growth.

About this framework

Danielson is widely used in K-12 educator growth and observation work. Washington OSPI also references Danielson in its teacher-principal evaluation program.

Best for formal teacher evaluation cycles
Works well when districts already use Danielson language
Pairs naturally with observation notes and evidence

When to use this template

  • Your district uses formal evaluation language and domains.
  • Observers need consistent criteria across buildings.
  • You want evidence tied to planning, instruction, and professional responsibilities.
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Observation Report

Danielson Formal Observation

Principal ColeMs. Rivera · October 12, 2025 · 9:15 AM

Finalized
3
Focus Areas
1
Achieved
0
Developing
0
Notifications

Observation Notes

Strong lesson opening with clear connections to prior knowledge. Questioning was purposeful and most students remained engaged. Next step is to broaden participation during whole-group discussion.

1a
Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
Achieved
Content knowledge is accurate and current
Prerequisite knowledge is clearly understood
Instructional goals align with standards
Ms. Rivera connected the text to prior units and used precise academic vocabulary throughout the mini-lesson.
3b
Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
Mostly
Questions are varied and high-quality
All students are engaged in discussion
Students initiate and extend discussions
Most questions were open-ended and text-based. A few students dominated; a turn-and-talk protocol would widen participation.
3c
Engaging Students in Learning
Mostly
Activities and materials are suitable
Students are intellectually engaged
Pacing supports student learning
Students worked in pairs to annotate evidence. Transitions were smooth and materials were ready at the start of class.
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Template 2

Marzano Observation Template

Robert Marzano / Marzano Resources
Coaching-friendly observations

An observation and coaching framework centered on instructional practice and feedback.

About this framework

Marzano’s Teacher Evaluation Model is referenced by Washington OSPI and used in state and district evaluation programs. It ties feedback to specific instructional strategies.

Strong for coaching conversations
Good when districts want strategy-based feedback
Pairs with action steps and follow-up goals

When to use this template

  • Your school prioritizes growth and coaching over compliance.
  • Leaders want feedback linked to classroom strategies.
  • You need a framework that supports action steps and follow-up.
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Observation Report

Marzano Coaching Observation

Coach DiazMr. Patel · October 14, 2025 · 10:30 AM

Finalized
3
Focus Areas
1
Achieved
0
Developing
0
Notifications

Observation Notes

Mr. Patel’s learning goal was clear and referenced throughout. The comparison of two solution methods was a strong coaching win. Next step is to build in a student self-assessment against the scale.

LG
Providing Rigorous Learning Goals and Scales
Mostly
Learning goal is clearly stated
Students can explain the goal
Scale is used to track progress
The learning goal was posted and referenced. Students could state it, but the scale was not used to self-check progress.
CS
Helping Students Examine Similarities and Differences
Achieved
Comparison task is clearly structured
Students identify key attributes
Discussion draws out generalizations
Students compared two solution methods side-by-side and identified when each approach was most efficient.
FA
Using Formal and Informal Assessments
Mostly
Assessments align with learning goal
Feedback is timely and specific
Results inform next instruction
Exit ticket data was collected. Consider reviewing results at the start of the next class to close gaps quickly.
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Template 3

CLASS Observation Form

Teachstone
Early learning interactions

An observation tool focused on educator-child interactions and continuous quality improvement.

About this framework

CLASS stands for the Classroom Assessment Scoring System. It focuses on emotional support, classroom organization, and instructional support in early learning settings.

Useful for early learning and classroom interaction reviews
Helps teams focus on emotional support and instruction
Supports quick walkthrough-style evidence capture

When to use this template

  • You observe pre-K, kindergarten, or early elementary classrooms.
  • Interaction quality is your primary focus.
  • Coaches want to track climate, behavior management, and feedback over time.
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Observation Report

CLASS Interaction Observation

Coach AveryMs. Thompson · October 15, 2025 · 8:45 AM

Finalized
3
Focus Areas
0
Achieved
0
Developing
0
Notifications

Observation Notes

The classroom climate was warm and supportive. Students moved confidently between centers. Quality of feedback was present but could be deepened with more open-ended questions.

PC
Positive Climate
Mostly
Warm greetings and calm tone
Students appear comfortable
Teacher shows enjoyment of students
Warm greetings, calm tone, and frequent smiles. Students appeared comfortable taking small risks.
BP
Behavior Management
Mostly
Clear expectations are communicated
Proactive behavior support is evident
Misbehavior is addressed calmly
Most transitions were efficient. A few students waited briefly between centers while materials were distributed.
QF
Quality of Feedback
Partial
Teacher acknowledges student efforts
Feedback expands student understanding
Students use feedback to improve
Teacher acknowledged student efforts and occasionally extended thinking with follow-up questions.
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Template 4

Classroom Walkthrough Form

District-defined
Quick visits and same-day feedback

A quick form for short visits, evidence capture, and same-day feedback.

About this framework

Walkthrough templates are designed for short, frequent classroom visits. They help principals and coaches capture evidence fast and share feedback the same day.

Fast to complete
Ideal for short visits
Easy follow-up notes

When to use this template

  • Leaders make short, frequent visits.
  • You want low-friction evidence capture on any device.
  • Feedback should reach teachers while the visit is still fresh.
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Observation Report

Classroom Walkthrough

AP BrooksMs. Lee · October 16, 2025 · 1:20 PM

Finalized
6
Focus Areas
4
Achieved
0
Developing
0
Notifications

Observation Notes

Students were working on whole-group math. Environment was quiet with minimal disruptions. Most students were engaged. Next step is to add visuals for academic vocabulary.

AV
Academic Vocabulary
Partial
Academic vocabulary is explicitly taught
Students use content-specific vocabulary
Teacher models precise academic language
Students used informal language. A vocabulary anchor chart would strengthen the task.
CM
Classroom Management
Achieved
Clear expectations and routines evident
Environment promotes safety and focus
Teacher minimizes disruptions effectively
Environment was quiet. Minimal disruptions.
SE
Student Engagement
Mostly
Majority of students actively engaged
Opportunities for student voice
Engagement strategies evident
Most students were engaged in the learning and working quietly.
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Configure & report

Built for your district, not a one-size-fits-all rubric.

Voxento lets schools set up their own focus areas, labels, staff groups, and observation templates — then view reports that make the data useful.

Focus areas

Build the criteria observers score during each visit.

Observation templates

Create templates for walkthroughs, formal observations, or coaching.

Staff groups

Organize teachers, coaches, and evaluators by role or building.

Labels

Tag sessions by grade level, subject, or any category you need.

Reports that schools actually use

See how often each focus area is observed, how ratings break down across staff, and which action items are still open.

  • Focus area frequency
  • Score distribution by criteria
  • Action item tracking
  • Observer activity over time

Reports

Focus Areas · Frequency · Action Items · Criteria

Walkthrough — AV: Academic Vocabulary25 sessions
Achieved 12Mostly 6Partial 5Developing 2
Walkthrough — CM: Classroom Management25 sessions
Achieved 22Mostly 3Partial 0Developing 0
Walkthrough — SE: Student Engagement25 sessions
Achieved 14Mostly 8Partial 3Developing 0
Why these pages matter

Start with a familiar framework.

Administrators often search for the framework first. These previews show exactly how that framework translates into a real observation record inside Voxento.

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Use the template as a PDF-style form or run the same workflow inside Voxento.

Built for teams

Observers, coaches, and principals all use the same language and record format.

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Each preview links to the matching Voxento workflow and a demo request.

FAQ

Questions about templates.

Can I print these templates?

Yes. Each template is designed to work as a printable form or as a starting point inside Voxento.

Can we customize the templates for our district rubric?

Yes. Voxento supports Danielson, Marzano, CLASS, and custom district-built rubrics.

Do these templates include scoring?

Yes. Each preview shows how criteria, ratings, evidence, and next steps fit together in one record.

What is the difference between Danielson, Marzano, and CLASS?

Danielson emphasizes evaluation domains and evidence across planning, instruction, and professional responsibilities. Marzano centers on specific instructional strategies and coaching conversations. CLASS focuses on interaction quality in early learning classrooms, especially emotional support, organization, and instructional support.

Can I use these templates outside Voxento?

Yes. Each preview is designed to work as a printable form or as a starting point you can adapt for your own district process. To run the full workflow — scoring, evidence, next steps, and reports — you can use them inside Voxento.

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