What are key skills you would include on your teacher observation checklist in this role as a Curriculum Developer?
Observing frontline educators in their delivery of curriculum to evaluate performance is a critical part of this job as a Curriculum Developer. Your interviewer is ideally looking to hear that you have a formal plan in place for formally observing a teacher. Prior to your interview, prepare yourself to talk about the key aspects that you would look for in the delivery of the lesson plan, how the teacher manages the class and what techniques they use to effectively deliver the lesson. As well, make sure to talk about why you feel that prioritizing teacher observations is important in this role.
"Observing educators putting new curriculum to work with students is vital in both seeing the program in action and helping to train teachers. I love this part of my job because I get to see my work put to use with students. When I'm observing, I ensure that the objectives are appropriate for the grade level and the delivery helps achieve the objectives of the lesson. From the teacher's perspective, I ensure that they are using the materials appropriately and using given technology to their advantage within the lesson. I also watch for the interaction that the lesson provides for the students."
