Example: Documentation Log Sheet Teacher: Teacher A School Year: 2012 - 2013 Standards Required Item Examples of Evidence Evidence Included 1. Professional Knowledge No evidence is required in the Documentation Log Can include (but not required): Transcripts of coursework Professional development certificates Annotated list of instructional activities Lesson/intervention plan that represent reflective thinking and professional growth Samples of innovative approaches developed by teacher Certificate of Completion- “Differentiating Instruction for Advanced Placement Students” 2. Instructional Planning Evidence of using data about student learning to guide planning and instruction Can include: Differentiation in lesson planning and practice Analysis of classroom assessment Data driven curriculum revision work Examples: - Sample lesson or unit plan - Course syllabus - Intervention plan - Substitute lesson plan - Annotated learning objectives Persuasive/Argument Essay Lesson Plan Course Syllabus Analysis of Classroom Assessment 3. Instructional Delivery No evidence is required in the Documentation Log Can include (but not required): Annotated photographs of class activities Handouts or sample work Video/audio samples of instructional units Standards Required Item Examples of Evidence Evidence Included
Slide 17 Slide 18 Example: Teacher Self-Evaluation Form Directions: Teachers should use this form annually to reflect on the effectiveness and adequacy of their practice based on each performance standard. Please refer to the performance indicators for examples of behaviors exemplifying each standard. Teacher’s Name ___________________________ Date ___________________________ 1. Professional Knowledge The teacher demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences. Areas of strength: I have a good understanding of the vertical articulation within my content area; I understand how a student's developmental level impacts his or her readiness to learn certain mathematics concepts. Areas needing work/strategies for improving performance: I’m not sure how to appropriately challenge my gifted students. 2. Instructional Planning The teacher plans using the Virginia Standards of Learning, the school’s curriculum, effective strategies, resources, and data to meet the needs of all students. Areas of strength: I understand the most effective strategies to teach various curricular topics; I plan well ahead of time to make sure I have the necessary resources. Areas needing work/strategies for improving performance: I sometimes neglect to students, which makes me less effective than I could be at addressing individual student needs. 3. Instructional Delivery The teacher effectively engages students in learning by a variety of instructional strategies in order to meet individual learning needs.
Teacher Documentation Log Cover Sheet Teacher: Teacher A School Year: 2012-2013 Standards Required Item Examples of Evidence Evidence Included 1. Professional Knowledge No evidence is required in the Documentation Log May include (but not required): Transcripts of coursework Professional Development certificates Annotated list of instructional activities Lesson/intervention plan that represent reflective thinking and professional growth Samples of innovative approaches developed by teacher 2. Instructional Planning Evidence of using data about student learning to guide planning and instruction Can include: Differentiation in lesson planning and practice Analysis of classroom assessment Data driven curriculum revision work Examples: - Sample lesson or unit plan - Course syllabus - Intervention plan - Substitute lesson plan - Annotated learning objectives 3. Instructional Delivery No evidence is required in the Documentation Log Can include (but not required): Annotated photographs of class activities Handouts or sample work Video/audio samples of instructional units Standards Required Item Examples of Evidence Evidence Included
Example Communication Log Professional’s Name: Teacher A School Year: 2011-2012 Date Person Purpose Mode Notes 8/28-9/1 Called all class parents Introduced myself and told parents Back to School Night in September Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone I left messages with 11 out of 17 calls. Talked directly with 6 parents. 9/1 Parents/Guardians of Students Sent welcome letter with expectations home – requested parent signature Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone 9/7 Parents /Guardians of Students Contacted six parents letter with signature. Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone All said they would send it back in. We will check desks to make sure it went home. 9/11 Parents /Guardians of Students (Kelsey, Jarred, Tamika, Terrell) Positive call to 4 parents. Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone Parents were pleased with the 9/19 Parents /Guardians of Students (Jacoma, Ben) Contacted 2 about students' tardies. Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone Parents will get them to school on time. 10/3 Sent reminder note home to all parents about Literacy Night Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone All 17 went home in backpacks. 10/3 Ms. Cox (Heather's mom) Sent e-mail to Ms. Cox about absences and requested a conference to discuss this. Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone Telephone conference on 10/6. 10/11 Guardian of Jerry Contacted guardian to discuss progress in class Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone Guardian wants regular updates via phone call (leave a message). 10/18 Conference with Bob's mother Contacted to discuss Bob's progress in class – low math scores. Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone She was unaware of two missing assignments. She will discuss them with her son. 10/25 Parents/guardians/ students Sent a calendar of conference sign-ups Conference E-mail Note/Letter Telephone Seven parents called and six emailed to set up individual conferences. Still need to contact four more. Abbreviated Communications Log – Rest of log shows similar communications throughout the year.
Ask open-ended questions. Remember to talk less. Probe for realistic reasons for problems. Ask for specific clarification of issues. Concentrate on performance-related issues. Consider... Specific opening questions Facilitating questions Reflective questions Growth questions Closing statements Post-conference Reflection Did you put the teacher at ease? Did you allow and encourage the teacher to do most of the talking? Did you promote honest self-assessment by the teacher? Were you clear about strengths and areas of improvement? Did the teacher “hear” you? 8 Possible Conference Questions Categorized by Teacher Performance Standard Teacher Performance Standards Conferencing Questions to Consider Performance Standard 1- Professional Knowledge Can you explain your understanding of standards-based teaching and learning? Can you explain your choice of what to and when to teach it? What are your expectations and the appropriate learning outcomes for the grade level/subject matter you teach?
What do you Know? What do you Need to Know? Name ______________________________ School District_____________________________ Let’s Take Some Time to Process Our Efforts Thus Far… What is going well? Areas of confusion? How may we assist? Understanding the Evaluation System Understanding the Performance Standards Understanding Data Sources Understanding Documenting Evidence