Certified Evaluation TipsCertified Evaluation Tips
David Baird, KSBA
Key PointsKey Points
Administrator’s RoleAdministrator’s Role
New AdministratorsNew Administrators
Pre-Evaluation PeriodPre-Evaluation Period
Pre-observation:Pre-observation:
When meeting with the teacher, make sure that you are prepared to conduct the meeting:
ObservationObservation
Post-observationPost-observation
ConferenceConference
Conference SpecificsConference Specifics
Elicit perceptions. Ask for specifics. Watch for non-verbal signs. Ask open-ended questions. Ask about ideas/options for doing things
differently. Rephrase an issue or question if needed. Probe for full understanding. Give specific feedback. Communicate and document. Find something to praise.
Conference ClosingConference Closing
Post-conferencePost-conference
Top 10 General TipsTop 10 General Tips
10. Share your growth plan with your staff. 9. Allow new teachers to evaluate you teaching a
lesson. 8. Allow teachers to observe other teachers. 7. Classroom management issues need examples. 6. You don’t have to know specific content to ask
questions. 5. Be proactive. 4. Enhance the positive and reduce the negative. 3. You are never too old to receive praise. 2. Evaluation is not an event; it is a process. 1. GET IN THE CLASSROOM
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