1 DPAS II Process and Procedures for Teachers Developed by: Delaware Department of Education

2 Welcome and thank you for… Turning off all cell phone ring tones. Actively participating. Listening to others. Being honest and respectful. Having fun while learning something new.

3 DPAS II Training Requirements Training Type and Length Teacher/Specialist YES/NO Administrative YES/NO Framework Training 3 Hours YES DPAS II Process and Procedures for Teachers and Specialists 3 Hours YES DPAS II Process and Procedures for Administrators 3 Hours NOYES Supervision and Evaluation Training for Certifying Evaluators 3 Hours NOYES

4 DPAS II Purpose: Professional growth enhancing the skills and knowledge of educators. Continuous improvement educators commitment to continuously improving practice so that student performance is continuously enhanced. Quality assurance the collection of credible evidence about educator performance.

5 This process is a true partnership of ALL EDUCATORS in the state of Delaware specialists, teachers and administrators. Our focus is always on the IMPROVEMENT of STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. DPAS II--

6 DPAS II Process TeachersSpecialistsAdministrators Component 1 Planning & Preparation Vision & Goals Component 2 Classroom Environment Professional Practice & Delivery of Services Culture of Learning Component 3 InstructionProfessional Collaboration & Consultation Management Component 4 Professional Responsibilities Component 5 Student Improvement

7 Lets take a walk through the guide-- Take notice of the following sections: –Introduction –DPAS II Components for eachteachers/specialists –Process overview – specific activities –Forms –Samples

8 Lets take a look at the Overall Summative Ratings Guide for Teachers, p. 37

9 Instructional Video We will work through the DPAS II Process and Procedures using the video for teachers. NOTEInstructional videos for are on the DOE website.

10 Components 1 through 3 Overview -- Guide for Teachers, p. 3 – 9 DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers Instructional Video-Chapter 2

11 Remember to think of EVIDENCE that would capture each component. What should you be able to see ? What should you be able to hear ? What physical artifacts should you be able to collect? DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

12 Component 1: Planning and Preparation Guide for Teachers, p –Selecting Instructional Goals –Designing Coherent Instruction –Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy –Demonstrating Knowledge of Students DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

13 Component 2: Classroom Environment Guide for Teachers, p –Managing Classroom Procedures –Managing Student Behavior –Creating an Environment to Support Learning –Organizing Physical Space DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

14 Component 3: Instruction Guide for Teachers, p –Engaging Students in Learning –Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness –Communicating Clearly and Accurately –Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

15 Components 4 and 5 Overview – Guide for Teachers, p DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers Instructional Video-Chapter 2

16 Component 4: Professional Responsibilities Guide for Teachers, p –Communicating with Families –Developing a Student Record System –Growing and Developing Professionally –Reflecting on Professional Practice DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

17 Component 5: Student Improvement Guide for Teachers, p –Showing Student Improvement –Aligning Assessments to Teacher Data Driven Goal(s) –Measuring Student Improvement –Reflecting on Student Improvement DPAS II Appraisal Criteria for Teachers

18 Instructional Video Chapter 3 Overview of the Process and Specific Activities Activities… How are they scheduled? Goal Setting…. Conferencing/Observations… Professional Responsibilities… Summative Evaluation… Improvement Plans…. Guide for Teachers, p DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers

19 Goal Setting Guide for Teachers, p. 21 – 24; Forms, p DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers Instructional VideoChapter 4

20 GOAL SETTING-- Read through the goals located in your tables envelope. Ask yourself if each goal is a realistic, appropriate goal? If it is one that you believe needs improvement, think about changes you would recommend to make it better. DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers

21 GOAL SETTING Key points: Setting an appropriate goal… –Does it contribute to student improvement? –Is it connected to your schools success plan? –Is it clear and measurable? –What evidence will be provided to document progress on the goal? DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers

22 Observations And Formative Feedback… Guide for Teachers, p. 25 – 31; Forms, p DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers Instructional VideoChapter 5

23 Professional Responsibilities Reporting… Guide for Teachers, p. 32; Forms, p Guide for Specialists, p. 32; Form, p. 50 DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers and Specialists Instructional VideoChapter 6

24 Summative Evaluation Guide for Teachers, p. 33 – 37; Forms, p DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers Instructional VideoChapter 7

25 Improvement Plan Guide for Teachers, p. 38 – 40; Forms, p DPAS II Process/Procedures for Teachers Instructional VideoChapter 8

26 Suggested Target Dates Guidelinesnot mandates-- Novice Teachers/Specialists Observation 1October 31 Observation 2February 28 Summative EvaluationApril 30 Experienced Teachers/Specialists ObservationJanuary 31 Summative EvaluationMay 31

27 KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER--- In order for this process to work as a continuous improvement model as it is intended, procedures must be followed correctly. Suggested Timelines for Completion Goal Setting Conferencing/Observation Professional Responsibilities Summative Evaluation Improvement Plans

28 DPAS II Purpose: Professional growth-- enhancing the skills and knowledge of educators. Continuous improvement-- educators commitment to continuously improving practice so that student performance is continuously enhanced. Quality assurance– the collection of credible evidence about educator performance.

29 This process is a true partnership of ALL EDUCATORS in the state of Delaware specialists, teachers and administrators. Our focus is always on the IMPROVEMENT of STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. DPAS II--

30 Please contact us if we can be of any assistance to you. All information is located on the DOE website –Teacher, Specialist, Administrator Guides –Teacher, Specialist, Administrator Forms PDF as well as WORD form –Instructional videos for teachers and specialists