Peer Assistance and Review Program Volusia County Schools “ I couldn’t have done it without you!”

Linda Knowles, Human Resources Specialist Peer Assistance and Review Coordinator Sarah Altier, Ed.D. Peer Mentor / Evaluator Sandra Archer, NBCT Peer Mentor/ Evaluator Presenters

“A lot of people have gone further than they thought they could because someone thought they could.” -Zig Ziglar

GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF MENTORING

 Supports teachers in implementation of the Danielson Frameworks for Teaching  Assists teachers in development of the Deliberate Practice Plan (Professional Growth Plan)  Mentors novice and struggling experienced teachers  Evaluates teachers, using framework matrices and evaluation tools  Collaborates with teachers, administrators, program supervisor to improve classroom instruction GOAL: Increase Student Achievement

 min weekly per teacher Observation and data gathering using research based tools Collaborative conferences with mentees 9  Serve teachers K - 12

11 CONTRACT DATES (10 months plus 10 days) SCHOOLS Serve 68 Schools PARS 16 Peer Assistance and Review Teachers

 3 rd Year in Project  Fully Released, District Funded Teacher on Assignment  Teaching, Coaching, and Mentoring Experience  Caseload not to exceed 20 Mentees  Managed by District HR Administrator  Technology System is TrueNorth Logic  Training and Support from New Teacher Center

 Currently serving 250 Teachers in 68 schools  Assignment by 7 Geographic areas  9 PAR Teachers serving for the 3 rd year  3 PAR Teachers in 2 nd year  4 PAR Teachers in 1 st year 13

22 PAR Mentor  Coaches, Models Best Practices  Supports Deliberate Practice Plan  Supports Instructional Planning / Procedures  Guides Professional Growth PAR Evaluator  Formally evaluates novice teachers or experienced teachers in need of additional support.  Follow-Up Conferences  Feedback

This evaluation model is designed for:  Teachers new to teaching  Experienced teachers with overall ratings of “Needs Improvement” or “Unsatisfactory.” 23 Administrative Evaluation (20%) + PAR Evaluation (20%) + Deliberate Practice (10%) + Student Achievement (50%) = Final Summative Rating (100%) Administrative Evaluation (20%) + PAR Evaluation (20%) + Deliberate Practice (10%) + Student Achievement (50%) = Final Summative Rating (100%)

I COULDN’T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!

“I can honestly say this is the most comprehensive training and feedback I have received from an organization. Both my PAR mentor and evaluator were amazingly supportive throughout the year and I look at them as colleagues that I can turn to for help at any time. They really made my first year of teaching a wonderful experience.” - From VCS New Teacher Induction Survey

“Having experienced teachers guiding us through our first year was invaluable. It was nice having constructive criticism and positive feedback from a professional who has had years of experience in the classroom.” - From VCS New Teacher Induction Survey

“I believe that classroom evaluation and reflection was one of the most helpful components of the PAR program. This has the greatest impact for student learning.” - From VCS New Teacher Induction Survey

“My PAR made the biggest difference this year. She helped me take chaos and shape it into order. She worked diligently with me to address classroom management, developing respect and rapport with students, and engagement.” - From VCS New Teacher Induction Survey

“I have learned that there is a lot more to teaching than standing in front of a class!” - From VCS New Teacher Induction Survey

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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Margaret A. Smith Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Mrs. Peromnia Grant PAR Coordinator, Human Resources, Specialist Mrs. Linda E. Knowles SCHOOL DISTRICT OF VOLUSIA COUNTY VISION STATEMENT Through the individual commitment of all, our students will graduate with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to be successful contributors to our democratic society. School Board adopted April 14, 1992 Reaffirmed January 14,