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Observation
Assistant
Clear, reliable insights for teachers and administrators
AI-Powered reporting designed by educators, for educators
About
Observation Assistant was created by school leaders who know the challenges of classroom observations firsthand. Too often, the process takes more time than it gives back — and the focus drifts away from what matters most: teaching and learning.
For teachers, it’s a zero-stakes way to receive feedback and strengthen practice over time.
For administrators, it delivers clear, reliable evidence while honoring professional expertise.
By offering coaching suggestions free of evaluation, Observation Assistant allows educational leaders to preserve the human element in teaching and learning — where growth is guided by expertise, not replaced by automation.
Our mission is simple: provide reporting that builds trust, saves time, and keeps people at the center. Inspired by the principles of hospitality, we believe every interaction in education should support growth and mutual understanding.
Observation Assistant is designed with student and teacher privacy at the center. We comply fully with FERPA and follow strict protocols to keep educational data safe.
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Automatic PII Redaction — names and other personally identifiable information are removed from transcripts.
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No Training on Your Data — our AI partners do not use your audio or transcripts to train their models.
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No Long-Term Storage — audio is automatically deleted once transcription is complete.
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Education-Grade Security — all processing happens over encrypted connections and meets district standards for data protection.
Secure. Compliant. Built for schools
Insights That Matter
Observation Assistant turns classroom audio into clear, evidence-based insights you can act on right away.
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Key Statistics
Quantitative Data
10 Key Statistics that capture concrete patterns of classroom talk, questioning, and feedback. All supported by time-stamped artifacts
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Lesson Flow
Clarity and pacing
We capture how lessons are opened, transitioned, and closed — ensuring structure supports learning without wasted time.
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Instructional Strategies
Techniques that shape learning
Identifies the strategies teachers use to engage students — from modeling and guided practice to checks for understanding.
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Questions and Dialogue
Prompts that drive thinking
Analyzes the type and level of questions asked, and how discussion techniques invite deeper student reasoning and dialogue.
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Feedback
Every correction counts
Tracks when and how feedback is given — distinguishing evaluative comments from elaborative or coaching responses.
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Classroom Environment
Culture in action
Highlights tone, interactions, and behavior redirection to show how the environment supports learning.
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Use of Standards and Alginment
Evidence of instruction meeting expectations
Connects lesson content and activities to curriculum standards, showing where alignment is clear and where gaps may exist.
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Resources
Tools that extend learning
Notes how technology and classroom resources are used to support and enhance instruction.
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Student Engagement
Participation with Purpose
Captures signs of engagement — from student responses to independent work — to show evidence of learning in action.
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Strengths
What's working well
Highlights the strongest moments of the lesson so teachers know exactly what to keep doing.
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Growth Opportunities & Next Steps
Support that moves practice forward
Identifies areas for growth and provides coaching-ready next steps that keep expertise and the human element at the center.
Testimonials
Our teachers and administrators are amazed at the detail and nuance that can be captured and turned into actionable feedbac
FAQ
Have questions about our services? Find answers to some commonly asked questions below.
Is Observation Assistant an evaluation tool?
Observation Assistant is designed for growth, not evaluation. Reports provide zero-stakes feedback and evidence teachers can use to reflect and improve, while administrators gain reliable insights to guide coaching conversations.
How does Observation Assistant protect data privacy?
We are fully FERPA and Ed-Law 2-d (NYS) compliant. Audio is automatically deleted after transcription, PII is redacted, and our AI partners do not train on or store your data. Reports remain in your account until you choose to delete them.
How long does it take to get a report?
Reports are typically ready within minutes of uploading classroom audio, giving teachers and administrators timely, actionable insights.
Contact
Our team is always ready to assist you and will respond as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!