Outcomes

Whats next?
Reflect upon the post conference. Explore and implement strategies. Sign your observation

Observation & Evaluations: Whats the difference?

Teacher Observations
What Should I Expect?

Keep copies of all observations

Observation and evaluations are often confused and thought to be the same. Although they are quite similar, they are very different. In Weldon City Schools, the district uses both observation and evaluations, also known as walk through. Both forms are used to assess teacher performance and delivery. The difference between the two is the length. Observations require a minimum of 45 minutes whereas evaluations last approximately 20 minutes. You should receive feedback from both.

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What to Expect
Pre Conference
This is the meeting before the observation. Here is where you disclose your agenda for the upcoming class. Provide the administrator with artifacts, tangible documents you will use during class. This should include but limited to, lesson plans, websites addresses, handouts, etc. Make the administrator aware of your concerns (student behavior, difficulty with delivery method, or something you would like the administror to observe. Document suggestions. Observation Continue instruction as normal. The observer may walk around asking students questions and taking notes. Dont let this scare you. Post Conference After the observation, you should engage in a conversation with the observer regarding what you did well and items you need to improve upon. Try not to take it personal. Ask for tips to improve. Inquire about seeing veteran teachers engage and deliver information. Probe for deeper understanding.

What is the purpose of evaluations & observations?

Teacher evaluations and observations are exactly that, they are tools used to aid and support teachers. Regardless of the length of time one has spent in the classrooms, administrators use this instrument to gently guide teachers. Unfortunately, many are not used that way. Often, they are used as gotcha devises. But, it does not have to remain that way. Enclosed in this pamphlet are ways you can understand, thus, remove the fear and uncertainty about teacher evaluation and observations and use it to enhance your skills INTENDED PURPOSE As noted above, the premise of evaluation and observations are to ensure the following: 2. Are teachers incorporating an array of techniques to help students access the information? 3. In essence, the intended purpose of the North Carolina Teacher Evaluation Process is to assess the teachers performance in relation to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards and to design a plan for professional growth. The evaluation is about helping you fine-tune your craft while preparing your students for the future. The tool is there to help you not hurt you. Anytime one is critiqued, the information shared may be hurtful, especially if it does not support ones believes. Use the information you receive to build you professionally and personally.

1. Are teachers teaching required standards?