T-TESS Sample Walkthrough Template
Domain 1: Planning1.1 Standards and Alignment / ☐ / Aligned Goals, Standards, Objectives / ☐ / Lesson Structure and Pacing / ☐ / Technology Integration / ☐ / Real world – Interdisciplinary
1.2 Data and Assessments / ☐ / Formal – Informal Assessments / ☐ / Progress Monitoring / ☐ / Communication and Feedback / ☐ / Data to Plan Instruction
1.3 Knowledge of Students / ☐ / Students’ Prior Knowledge / ☐ / Lesson Adjustments / ☐ / Diverse Learning to Target Students’ Needs / ☐ / Social-Emotional
1.4 Activities / ☐ / Questioning – Higher Order Thinking / ☐ / Grouping Students; Roles and Responsibilities / ☐ / Aligned Activities, Resources & Technology / ☐ / Problem Solving
Evidence Notes:
Domain 2: Instruction
2.1 Achieving Expectations / ☐ / High Academic and Social-Emotional Expectations / ☐ / Persistence through Mastery of Objective / ☐ / Student Mistakes, Self-Monitoring, and Self-Corrections / ☐ / Student Initiative of Learning and Goal Setting
2.2 Content Knowledge and Expertise / ☐ / Knowledge Depth in Multiple Contexts and Disciplines / ☐ / Integrated Learning with Other Disciplines / ☐ / Anticipates Student Misunderstandings and Implements Techniques / ☐ / Thinking (Analytical, practical, creative, research-based, etc.)
2.3 Communication / ☐ / Two-way: T/S and S/S / ☐ / Anticipates Misunderstandings and Responds / ☐ / Clear and coherent verbal and written communication / ☐ / Questioning, wait time, and provoking discussion
2.4 Differentiation / ☐ / Adapts Lessons for All Students / ☐ / Monitors Quality of Student Participation and Performance / ☐ / Differentiated Instructional Methods and Content / ☐ / Recognizes When Students Become Confused or Disengaged and Responds
2.5 Monitor and Adjust / Utilizes Input from Students to Monitor and Adjust / Adjust Instruction to Engage Students / Discreet and Explicit Checks for Understanding / Questioning and Academic Feedback to Monitor and Adjust
Evidence Notes:
Domain 3: Learning Environment
3.1 Classroom Environment, Routines and Procedures / ☐ / Procedures, Routines and Procedures / ☐ / Management of Groups, Supplies and Equipment / ☐ / Safe and Organized Classroom / ☐ / Student Leadership
3.2 Managing Student Behavior / ☐ / Behavior Systems / ☐ / Behavior Standards / ☐ / ☐ /
3.3 Classroom Culture / ☐ / Meaningful, Relevant Learning / ☐ / Working Respectfully / ☐ / Collaboration and Rapport / ☐ / Engaged Learners
Evidence Notes:
Reflective Questions: