Educator Growth & Evaluation Marshall Public Schools

The goal of teacher evaluation The ultimate goal of all teacher evaluation should be… TO IMPROVE TEACHING AND LEARNING

Yet recognize individual needs of each teacher...

To mutually agree to a teacher evaluation and peer review process that is designed to develop, improve, and support teachers and effective teaching practices and improve student learning and success.

Key Elements of Teacher Evaluation in MN  Based on professional teaching standards  3 year review cycle (Summative Evaluation)  Summative evaluation by a qualified & trained evaluator  Individual Growth & Development Plan (Renewed every 3 years)  Peer review process & opportunity to participate in PLC  Longitudinal data on student engagement  Portfolio option  Student growth ~ Evidence of Student Learning (35%)  Teacher improvement process  Discipline for teachers not making adequate progress in TIP (Teacher Improvement Plan/Process)  Coordinated staff development with evaluation process and outcome

The Summative Evaluation Includes:  Teacher Practice  Evidence of Learning  Student Engagement

Annual Evaluation Framework to Meet the Teacher Practice Portion:  Use of Charlotte Danielson model…

Evidence of Student Learning  35% of Summative Evaluation Student learning goals Marshall team – Divide 35% among:  District wide goal  School improvement plan  Personal goal – goal determined by teacher

Student Engagement  The 3 rd component of the summative evaluation  MPS will use Danielson’s 3c: Engaging Students in Learning

Personal Growth & Development Plan Goals based on self assessment, data, district & site goals, previous summative evaluations, etc. May align one personal goal with your Growth and Development Plan

Portfolio option Possible option to e-portfolio to gather and retain evidence If submitted, considered as evidence in summative evaluation

Putting it all together  SSI team and subcommittee meeting  Developing a framework  Share key elements of plan and information on process over next 3 months  Goal – to present to teaching staff and board for approval in April

Question?  We can collect your questions, thoughts, and/or concerns today to discuss at our next meeting. Responses to questions or concerns will come at a later date. Also, you can talk with your building principal or SSI rep.

Marshall Schools - 17 OR, contact information Dr. Klint Willert ~ Superintendent of Schools 401 South Saratoga Street Marshall, MN (507)