With the end of most religious education program years occurring, this is a good time for catechists to do a little bit of self assessment. Feel free to use the following by yourself, with a peer or group of peers, or with your DRE.
1 = poor/I disagree
2 = fair/I somewhat disagree
3 = good/I somewhat agree
4 = excellent/I agree
| I became more aware of my vocation as a catechist | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I took time to deepen my own understanding of the teachings of the Church | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I faithfully practiced my faith, participating in the life of the Church | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I paid attention to my own spiritual life and sought to grow spiritually | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I dedicated adequate time to planning my lessons | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I was welcoming to my students | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I got to know my student’s names quickly | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I became very familiar with the textbook/resources I was using | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I covered the material that I was responsible to cover | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I was prepared for my classes (materials, equipment, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I used a variety of activities to keep the students engaged | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I made adjustments for various learning styles/special needs in my classroom | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I prepared my learning environment | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I kept my students engaged in the learning process | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I included opportunities for prayer in each session | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I became a more effective prayer leader | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I effectively handled discipline challenges | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I tried new things to stretch myself and widen my “repertoire” | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I kept a good sense of humor | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I included Scripture in my sessions | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I integrated technology in my sessions (CD, DVD, VCR, computer, PowerPoint, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I facilitated effective class discussions when appropriate | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| I effectively assessed the progress of my students | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Thank you so much for this resource! I always try to come up with some kind of assessment tool for the PCLs in our diocese, and it is delightful not to have to “re-invent the wheel” each time!
You’re welcome, Sister!
Can we access the assessment or other post in a pdf or word document
What a great evaluation! I appreciate how broad it is. Thanks!
What a great tool! Thank you so much.
THANK YOU FOR THIS AMAZING SELF-REFLECTION TOOL! EACH SELF-REFLECTION MAKES US A BETTER VERSION OF WHO WE ARE AND THE WAY GOD WANTS US TO BE!