Educator Evaluation On-line Systems Training Webinar February 7 th, 2013

History of the Evaluation System In , the new Evaluation System was piloted in 25 schools. In 2012, West Virginia House Bill 4236 mandates the establishment of an Educator Evaluation. In , the new Evaluation System was expanded to 136 schools. In , the new Evaluation System will be launched state-wide.

Webinar Purpose The purpose of this webinar is to: – Assist in the transition from paper-based evaluations to evaluations completed on-line. – Highlight preparations for the new system which can begin now. – Assist in familiarization of the on-line components of the system. Online tool Evaluations that support professional growth

Future Webinars February 28 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Self-Reflection and Evidence3:30PM March 14 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Goal Setting3:30PM March 28 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Summative Evaluation3:30PM Mark your calendar for up-coming WVDE Webinar trainings on the Educator Evaluation System.

Overview This webinar will cover the following topics: – Educator Evaluation: “At a Glance” – WOW Log-in and Password Reset – On-line Teacher Evaluation system – On-line Principal Evaluation system – Advice from the Field: RESA 6

Four Performance Levels Distinguished Accomplished Emerging Unsatisfactory Evaluation System for Teachers Advanced Progression 6+ years Intermediate Progression 4-5 years Initial Progression 1-3 years

Four Performance Levels Distinguished Accomplished Emerging Unsatisfactory Evaluation System for Principals/Counselors Principals and Counselors (no progressions based on years’ experience)

Evaluation System for Educators The following components of the new Educator Evaluation System are the same for Teachers, Counselors and Principals: – The Four Performance Levels – The Self-Reflection – Evidence Submission – Summative Evaluation

WOW Log-in and Password How do I Obtain a User I.D.? How do I log-in to WOW? What do I do if I forget my password?

Obtaining a User ID

Logging-in to WOW

Not on a School Network?

Logging-in to WOW

The WOW Home Page

WOW Menu

Password Problems? How do I re-set my password for WOW if I enter the wrong password too often?

Resetting Your Password

A Preview of Things to Come... ** CURRENTLY IN DEVELOPMENT **

On-line Teacher Evaluation System

Principal Preparation for Teachers & Counselors: 1.Verify Principal WVEIS WOW User ID and PRINCIPAL Role. Recommended Timeline: May 30 th for current teachers – If questions, contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 2.Verify teachers/counselors have WVEIS WOW User ID and TEACHER Role (Teacher Self-registered: AUTOTEAC) - Master Schedule must be completed for current Evaluation year. Teacher must be on the Master Schedule Master Schedule must contain a class but not necessarily students – Progressions must be verified with County Office for current teachers – If questions, contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff

Principal Preparation for Teachers & Counselors: 3.Verify Educator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVAL) Item has been assigned in WOW – If questions contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 4.On WVEIS WOW Identify Progression Path for each teacher (radio button)

The Teacher Evaluation Menu

Teacher Self-Reflection Provides educators the opportunity to: – Consider avenues for continued professional growth. – Aspire to the highest level of achievement. Educators on all progressions complete a self- reflection. The February 28 th Webinar will cover Educator Self-Reflections in greater depth.

Teacher Self-Reflection

Setting Student Goals Goal setting for student learning is an important process for every educator The March 14 th Webinar will cover Student Goal Setting in greater depth.

Setting Student Goals

Teacher Evidence Educators provide evidence to support the determination of performance level ratings for the five professional teaching standards. The February 28 th Webinar will cover Educator Evidence in greater depth.

Teacher Evidence

Teacher Observations Observations provide a view of teacher practice and the opportunity to collect data to evaluate educator performance. Evidence collected during observations may assist educators in clarifying strengths and identifying areas for growth.

Teacher Observations

Summative Teacher Evaluation

On-line Principal Evaluation System

County Administrator Preparation for (Superintendent/Designee) : 1. Verify Administrator WVEIS WOW User ID and SUPER Role Recommended Timeline for Current Administrators: May 30 th – If questions, contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 2. Verify Administrator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVALA) Item has been assigned in WOW – If questions: contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 3. Principal to be evaluated must be identified under “Principal Entry” each Year. (Beginning on First Day of Principal’s Contract) – Principal Entry Employee Number of Principal Teacher ID for Principal (from Master Schedule) User ID for Principal (WVEIS User ID)

Principal Preparation for Assistant Principal: 1. Verify Administrator WVEIS WOW User ID and PRINCIPAL Role. Recommended Timeline for Current Administrators: May 30 th – If questions, contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 2. Verify Administrator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVALA) Item has been assigned in WOW – If questions, contact: WVEIS County Contact RESA WVEIS Staff 3. Assistant Principal to be evaluated must be identified under “Assistant Principal Entry” each Year. (Beginning on First Day of Contract) – Assistant Principal Entry Employee Number of Assistant Principal Teacher ID for Assistant Principal (from Master Schedule) User ID for Assistant Principal (WVEIS User ID)

WOW Menu

Adding Principals to Evaluation System

Principal Self-Reflection

Principal Goals

Principal Evidence

Principal Summative Evaluation

Evaluation Pre-Timeline (suggestions from questions asked during trainings at RESA 6)

Raising Awareness Be Active in Self-Training – Educator Evaluation System DEMO website WVDE Educator Evaluation Webpage – Teacher Evaluation Guidebook – Principal Evaluation Guidebook – Webinar Recordings – Other Resources Be Active in Assisting Others... – Find Training Materials and Information

Future Webinars February 28 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Self-Reflection and Evidence3:30PM March 14 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Goal Setting3:30PM March 28 th, 2013Educator Evaluation: Summative Evaluation3:30PM Mark your calendar for up-coming WVDE Webinar trainings on the Educator Evaluation System.

Questions? Questions / Comments / Concerns Contact Information: Trent J. Danowski Teacher Quality Coordinator / WVDE