1. Principal Information Session Tuesday, April 12, 4:00 – 5:30 PM Operations Center Teacher Information Sessions Grandview University Monday, April 18, 4:00 – 5:00 PM, Student Center, Lyceum Thursday, April 21, 4:00 – 5:00 PM, Krumm Business Center

2. DMPS Vision for our TLC System Recognize and reward Teacher Leaders’ contributions to instructional improvement and to expand their influence and numbers in helping peers refine and improve their practices in the classroom through job-embedded professional development.

3. Teacher Leader Role Categories Coaches – Instructional Coaches – Special Education Support Teachers District-Wide Teacher Leaders – PLC Facilitators – Demonstration Teachers – TLC Coordinators School-Based Teacher Leaders – School Leadership Team Members – Innovation Teachers – Mentors (NEW) – PLC Leaders, Demonstration Site Schools of Rigor (NEW)

4. Coaches Role Salary Supplement Additional Contract Days for PD & Associated Add’l Pay Instructional Coach$3,3006 days/$900 Special Education Support Coaches $3,3006 days/$900

5. District-Wide Teacher Leaders RoleSalary Supplement Additional Contract Days for PD & Associated Add’l Pay District PLC Facilitators$6003 days/$450 Demonstration Classroom Teachers$2,5003 days/$450 TLC Coordinators$7,00020 days/$3,000

6. School Based Teacher Leaders Role Salary Supplement Additional Contract Days for PD & Associated Additional Pay School Leadership Team Members$1,0003 days/$450 Innovation Teachers$1,0003 days/$450 Mentors$2,5006 days/$900 PLC Leaders, Schools of Rigor$3,3006 days/$900 PLC Leaders, Demonstration Schools of Rigor Findley, Howe, Lovejoy, Perkins, Weeks, North 7 at each elementary school 15 at each secondary school

7. School Leadership Team Members Innovation Classroom Teachers School/Program SLT Members & Innovation Classroom Teachers – Total Positions for each School/Program 2016-17 East, Lincoln14 Hoover, North, Roosevelt12 Scavo6 Central Campus7 Central Academy6 Middle schools9 Jesse Franklin6 Orchard Place6 Van Meter6 Elementary schools8

8. Opting into the TLC Instructional Coach Program Will need to spend at least ½ of their time working as a TLC Instructional Coach – Roster of 4-5 Teachers per learning cycle TLC Training – Coaching/Framework/Learning Cycles TLC Coordinator Support – In-field coaching Eligible for stipend either way

9. DMPS Coaching Program TLC Informational Sessions April 2016

10. Purpose Statement The purpose of DMPS Instructional Coaches and Mentors is to collaboratively engage in a continuous cycle of learning. Using the Marzano Instructional Framework, Coaches and Mentors support teacher reflection and growth to increase student achievement.

11. 2016-2017 DMPS Coaching Program: Triad of Support Beginning Teacher (1 st & 2 nd Year) Mentor TLC Instructional Coach

12. Learning Cycles 2016-2017 Learning Cycle Options 7 Week Cycle6 Week Cycle5 Week Cycle Building Support Aug 24 – Sept 2 Learning Cycle 1 Sept 6 – Oct 21Sept 6 – Oct 14Sept 6 – Oct 7 Coach PD/Triad Focus Oct 24 – Oct 28Oct 17 – Oct 28Oct 10 – Oct 28 Learning Cycle 2 Oct 31 – Dec 22Oct 31 – Dec 16Oct 31 – Dec 9 Coach PD/Triad Focus Jan 3 – Jan 13Dec 19 – Jan 13Dec 12 – Jan 13 Learning Cycle 3 Jan 16 – Mar 3Jan 16 – Feb 24Jan 16 – Feb 17 Coach PD/Triad Focus Mar 6 – Mar 9Feb 27 – Mar 9Feb 20 – Mar 9 Learning Cycle 4 Mar 20 – May 12Mar 20 – May 5Mar 20 – Apr 28 Coach PD/Triad/Building May 15 – May 25May 8 – May 25May 1 – May 25

13. Learning Cycle Considerations 7 Week Learning Cycle​6 Week Learning Cycle​5 Week Learning Cycle​ 7 weeks of regular learning cycle​ 6 weeks of regular learning cycle​ 5 weeks of regular learning cycle​ 0- 2 Beginning Teachers​ (per TLC Instructional Coach) 3-4 Beginning Teachers​ (per TLC Instructional Coach) 5+ Beginning Teachers​ (per TLC Instructional Coach) Teachers will have 7 weeks of instructional growth support on selected elements.​ Teachers will have 6 weeks of instructional growth support on selected elements.​ Teachers will have 5 weeks of instructional growth support on selected elements.​ Learning cycle dates are established to allow days of support for the BT. ​ Learning cycle dates are established to allow 1+ week of time for support of BT.​ Learning cycle dates are established to allow 2+ week of time for support of BT. ​ Can shift at semester to either 6 week or 5 week based upon needs​ Can shift at semester to either 7 week or 5 week cycle based upon needs​ Can shift at semester to either 6 or 7 week cycles based upon needs​

14. 2016-2017 DMPS Coaching Program: Triad of Support Beginning Teacher Mentor Instructional Coach -Roles & Responsibilities -Signature Elements -Training & Support -Supplemental Pay/Days

15. Mentor Roles and Responsibilities High Expectations and Accountability Provides support to Beginning Teachers (first and second year teachers) focused on “signature elements”. Vision and Planning Identify and prioritize the work that has the most potential to accelerate teaching practice and student learning within the signature elements. Collaborative Culture Supports job-embedded professional development with the Instructional Coach and Beginning Teacher. (Triad structure) Learning Standards Helps beginning teachers design instruction that aligns with learning standards as articulated in curriculum guides. Instructional Framework Skillfully supports beginning teachers to implement high-quality and effective instruction around the signature elements within the instructional framework. Observation and Feedback Skillfully provides feedback to beginning teachers focused within selected goal areas of the signature elements within the instructional framework. This may include co-planning, modeling, and co-teaching lessons; as well as observing, providing feedback, and coaching classroom instruction. Continuous Growth Works with beginning teachers across all levels of performance with a focus on continuous growth and development by demonstrating Iowa’s Eight Teaching Standards. Data Participates in data-driven conversations with Beginning Teachers. Collaborative Structures Provides acclimation support in regard to the building and district. Participates in a triad with the Instructional Coach and beginning teacher in goal setting around the “Signature Elements”.

16. Mentor Expectations 2016-2017 Mentor, Instructional Coach, and Beginning Teacher engage in goal setting using the Marzano Instructional Framework (Signature Elements) Mentor will meet with beginning teachers weekly with a minimum of 15 hours a semester. (Excluding time when a substitute may be utilized.) Mentor will engage in lesson planning with Beginning Teacher Mentor and Beginning Teacher will analyze student work. Mentor will engage in observation with Beginning Teacher. (two Substitute Days per year for the triad) In-field conversation between Coordinator and Mentor. Mentor will engage in a learning cycle with Instructional Coach. Participate in professional development: Summer Training/Mentoring Mentor Training New (First year) Teacher Days After school training dates One per semester, three hours each

17. Signature Elements Signature ElementIowa Teaching Standard Element 1: Providing Rigorous Learning Goals and Performance Scales 1 – Student Achievement Element 2: Tracking Student Progress5 - Assessment Element 4: Establishing Classroom Routines6 – Classroom Management Element 6: Identifying Critical Content2 – Content Knowledge Element 7: Organizing Students to Interact with New Content 3 – Lesson Planning Element 10: Helping Students Process New Content3 – Lesson Planning Element 14: Reviewing Content3 – Lesson Planning Element 24: Noticing When Students are Not Engaged4 – Differentiation Element 33: Demonstrating “Withitness” 5 & 6 - Assessment & Management Element 36: Understanding Students' Interests and Backgrounds 4 - Differentiation

18. Mentor Professional Learning/Training Mentor Training—Summer 2016—One Day – (July 18, July 19, July 27, or July 28) Once Per Semester—three-hour session after school – Dates TBD Once Per Semester—in-field conversation with coordinator Prior to 2016-2017 school year: attend 2-day Marzano Instructional Framework Session

19. 2016-2017 DMPS Coaching Program: Triad of Support Beginning Teacher Mentor TLC Instructional Coach TLC Instructional Coaches who attend the training and receive support are expected to implement the TLC Instructional Coaching program and participate in the data collection process (full or half- time).

20. 2016-2017 DMPS Coaching Program: Beginning Teacher Support Beginning Teachers: Triad Support Beginning Teacher Mentor TLC Instructional Coach Full Time Classroom Teacher IC and Mentor work together to support the Beginning Teacher. Triad Work: -Growth Plan on Signature Elements Mentor and Instructional Coach Support the Beginning Teacher: -Interactions -Observations -Co-planning -Reflection Rationale: -Flexible support for the school -Increases frequency for beginning teachers Triad Work: -Growth Plan on Signature Elements Mentor and Instructional Coach Support the Beginning Teacher: -Interactions -Observations -Co-planning -Reflection Rationale: -Flexible support for the school -Increases frequency for beginning teachers Collaborative and cohesive coaching

21. Learning Cycles 2016-2017 Learning Cycle Options 7 Week Cycle6 Week Cycle5 Week Cycle Building Support Aug 24 – Sept 2 Learning Cycle 1 Sept 6 – Oct 21Sept 6 – Oct 14Sept 6 – Oct 7 Coach PD/Triad Focus Oct 24 – Oct 28Oct 17 – Oct 28Oct 10 – Oct 28 Learning Cycle 2 Oct 31 – Dec 22Oct 31 – Dec 16Oct 31 – Dec 9 Coach PD/Triad Focus Jan 3 – Jan 13Dec 19 – Jan 13Dec 12 – Jan 13 Learning Cycle 3 Jan 16 – Mar 3Jan 16 – Feb 24Jan 16 – Feb 17 Coach PD/Triad Focus Mar 6 – Mar 9Feb 27 – Mar 9Feb 20 – Mar 9 Learning Cycle 4 Mar 20 – May 12Mar 20 – May 5Mar 20 – Apr 28 Coach PD/Triad/Building May 15 – May 25May 8 – May 25May 1 – May 25

22. ICVVVVBT VVVVV VVVVM VVVVM VVVVM

23. Learning Cycle BT IC M BT M M VV V V V VV V V V

24. Between Cycle BT IC M BT M M

25. Mentor Shortage? Goal: all beginning teachers have a mentor in the school TLC Instructional Coach could mentor one beginning teacher – In addition to TLC Instructional Coach expectations, they would need to meet all the mentor expectations. Mentors could mentor two second-year teachers – Mentors will attend first days of New Teacher orientation and help in classroom Mentor from a nearby school – Travel, not familiar with school expectations/routines, access

26. DMPS TLC Renewal/Hiring Process

27. Renewal and Hiring Renewal Process for Current TLC positions – Communication with TLC staff directly from Human Resources – Principal/evaluator reviews survey data, artifacts, and determines renewal of staff members position School Leadership Team Member Innovation Teacher Instructional Coach/IB Coordinator – Decisions will be made by June 15, 2016

28. Renewal and Hiring Hiring Process for new positions – Two New Positions PLC Leader for Schools of Rigor Mentors – Vacancies due to non-renewal or no longer DMPS employee

29. What if I moved someone into a TLC Coach Position on my staffing plan for 16-17? Notify Maureen ASAP – HR will work with principals on verifying qualification for TLC coaching position and on including that staff member in the selection process Moving forward – we have to use the TLC process for selection of coaches. This keeps our work fair and equitable.

30. Mentor Hiring Process TLC Application on AppliTrack opens on Wed., April 27 th Three references: – 1 current supervisor – 2 current colleagues Three person interview team: – Principal or Designee – Instructional Coach – New teacher with maximum of 4 years teaching experience

31. Things to Consider When Hiring a Mentor Time commitment Communication skills Attitude and character Interpersonal Skills Content area Availability during the day (PLC, common planning time) Coaches of extracurricular activities Number of supplements—maximum of 2 TLC supplements per teacher Late Hires

32. Application & References Apply on AppliTrack – Available at: Jobs@DMPS - Teachers –> Teacher Leader Positions Jobs@DMPS - Teachers –> Teacher Leader Positions TLC Website TLC Website Searching AppliTrack after logged in Searching AppliTrack after logged in

33. Hiring Steps Meet Required Specifications – Three years (including current) teaching experience – One year (including current) DMPS teaching experience Meet at least one Desired Specification – Masters Degree – Coaching coursework – Experience with adult learners – Proven leadership skills Apply on AppliTrack.

34. Hiring Steps – at a glance (District Based vs. School Based) District-Based Positions – Question and Answer Segment – Performance Task School-Based Positions – Question and Answer Segment only

35. What HR will Need from Principals ONE Spreadsheet All building TLC positions Staff Names filling those positions Submitted all at once Deadline: June 15 th !

36. QUESTIONS?