Outlined below are a few of the positive outcomes resulting from clinical supervision in the school setting. Clinical supervision allows teachers to see what they are actually doing while they are teaching. Many times what teachers think they are doing is quite different than what is actually occurring, this type of supervision allows teachers to take a clear look at their teaching. Teachers involved with clinical supervision are able to receive feedback on their teaching which allows them to diagnose and solve basic instructional problems. Many times teachers can correct their own instructional blocks, but just like their students they sometimes may need additional feedback on particular issues.
Clinical supervision allows teachers to develop instructional strategies.
These strategies are effective in promoting learning, motivating students, and managing the classroom. A major goal of clinical supervision is to help the teacher realize that training does not end with the completion of certification requirements. This form of supervision allows teachers to engage in self development and skill training as a career long effort. Teachers may also experience personal crises in their lives which interfere with their classroom performance. Sensitive supervisors respond to teachers' anxiety and problems by providing emotional support and reassurance.