CLASS KeysOrientation

Douglas CountySchool System

August 2011

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Learning Targets of the Orientation Session

• Identify Douglas County School System and our school expectations for teacher evaluation

• Review the content and process for CLASS Keys

• Provide time for questions and discussion• Discuss the timeline for completing steps

Douglas County School System• Orientation completed during pre-planning• Self-Assessment completed by August 15• Draft of Professional Growth Plan completed by August 31• Pre-Evaluation Conference completed by September 15• Teacher Evaluation Process*

– 2 Informal Observations Required• 1st Completed by October 31• 2nd Completed by February 28

– 1 Formal Observation Required• Completed by January 31

– Annual Evaluation completed by March 31*Process is different for At-Risk Teachers and will be discussed privately

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Module 1: Content and Structure (The What?)

Module 2: Overview of the Evaluation Process (The How?)

Module 3: Self-Assessment and Reflection

Module 4: Professional Growth Plan

Module 5: Pre-Evaluation Conference

Module 6: Informal Observations

Module 7: Formal Observations

Module 8: GA Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

Module 9: Annual Evaluation

Module 10: Professional Development Plan

CLASS Keys Training ModulesResource for Professional

Learning

Process Guide:

38 Pages

Appendix: 42 Pages

Examples, Examples, Examples

Content: What?

Process: How?

Legal Issues

CLASS Keys

Corresponds to the Blue GTEP Manual

Resource for Teachers and Administrators

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Introduction to the CLASS Keys Teacher Evaluation System

Process Guide Pages 7 – 9

The CLASS Keys Evaluation System is designed to:

•Evaluate classroom teachers using qualitative rubrics to assess their instructional practices.

•Evaluate classroom teachers on the basis of the academic gains of their students.

•Engage teachers in their own assessment and professional growth.

•Increase the quantity and quality of feedback that teachers receive from their evaluator(s).

•Use an array of evidence collected over time to assess teacher performance and student learning.

The Five Strands of CLASS Keys

CLASS Keys Strands and Elements

ASSESSMENT - The collecting and analyzing of student performance data to identify patterns of achievement and underachievement in order to design and implement appropriate instructional interventions.

STRAND STANDARD ELEMENT

CONTINUUM OF IMPROVEMENT RUBRIC

Not Evident Emerging Proficient Exemplary

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Three Phases of the CLASS Keys Teacher Evaluation System

Process Guide Page 10

Three Phases of the CLASS Keys Process

• Self Assessment /Reflection• Professional Growth Plan• Pre-Evaluation Conference

• Informal Observations• Formal Observation• Other Evidence Collection

• Element/Strand Evaluation

• Overall Evaluation• GTDR Evaluation

FEEDBACK

FEEDBACK

FEEDBACK

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CLASS Keys Phase I Steps

Process Guide Pages 11 – 17

Examples on Pages 41 – 52

Pre-Pre-EvaluationEvaluation

PhasePhase

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• Self Assessment/Reflection:

Teachers self-assess and reflect on their

performance of the elements.

• Professional Growth Plan:

Teachers design a PGP to improve their

performance on the elements.

• Pre-Evaluation Conference:

Teachers and evaluators meet to review

the PGP, set student achievement goals,

and clarify expectations of the elements

and duties and responsibilities.

Expectations of the Evaluation ProcessExpectations of the Evaluation Process

Review Elements and Evidence Review Teacher Duties and Responsibilities

The teacher is evaluated on all elements using multiple data sources collected during the school year. The elements and evidence are reviewed using the Formative Analysis for CLASS Keys™ form. Data sources for these elements are discussed by the teacher and the evaluator during the Pre-Evaluation Conference.

The teacher is evaluated on the Georgia Teacher Duties and Responsibilities (GTDR) throughout the year. Additional items may be added at the district and/or school level prior to or during the Pre-Evaluation Conference. The evaluator and the teacher review the duties and responsibilities using the Georgia Teacher Duties and Responsibilities form.

Review Professional Growth Plan

Set the Student Achievement Goal(s)

The teacher submits a draft of the Professional Growth Plan (PGP) that focuses on selected CLASS Keys™ elements. The evaluator reviews and approves the PGP during or shortly after the Pre-Evaluation Conference.

The evaluator and teacher select the appropriate Student Achievement element(s) and write goal(s) for measuring teacher impact on student achievement.

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Module 5: Pre-Evaluation Conference

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CLASS Keys Phase II Steps

Process Guide Pages 19 – 21

Examples on Pages 53 – 60

Evidence Evidence Collection Collection

PhasePhase

• Informal Observations:

Evaluators conduct two, 5 to 15-minute,

unannounced classroom observations to

assess a few elements.

• Formal Observation:

Evaluators conduct a 30 to 50-minute

announced classroom observation to

assess as many elements as possible.

• Other Evidence Collection:

Evaluators collect evidence from sources

such as conferences, meetings, planning

and professional learning sessions,

examination of student and adult

products, etc.

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Formal Informal Time In: B M E O Time Out:

CLASS Keys ElementsCLASS Keys Elements NENE EMEM PRPR EXEXCP 1.1 Plans with deep knowledge of content and delivery techniques.

CP 1.2 Demonstrates clear understanding of the curriculum.

CP 1.3 Plans interdisciplinary instruction with real-world connections.

CP 2.1 Uses the required curriculum to plan instruction and assessment.

CP 2.2 Uses an organizing framework to plan instruction.

CP 2.3 Plans assessment to measure mastery of the curriculum.

SBI 1.1 Demonstrates research-based practices for student engagement.

SBI 1.2 Engages students in higher-order thinking skills.

SBI 1.3 Uses appropriate differentiation.

SBI 1.4 Uses flexible grouping based on assessment.

SBI 1.5 Uses accessible technology to enhance learning.

SBI 2.1 Demonstrates high expectations with students playing roles in learning.

SBI 2.2 Clearly communicates the learning expectations.

SBI 2.3 Provides effective feedback/commentary on student performances.

AL 1.1 Uses diagnostic assessment strategies to inform planning.

AL 1.2 Uses formative assessment strategies to adjust instruction.

AL 1.3 Uses a variety of summative strategies to evaluate mastery of curriculum.

AL 2.1 Uses data to design appropriate, timely interventions.

P 1.1 Maintains a positive learning environment through rules and procedures.

P 1.2 Maximizes instructional time.

P 1.3 Fosters a sense of community and belonging.

P 1.4 Helps students take responsibility for behavior and learning.

P 2.1 Establishes relationships with families and the community.

P 3.1 Grows professionally through job-embedded learning.

P 3.2 Enhances knowledge and skills through professional learning.

P 4.1 Actively supports the school improvement plan.

Formative Analysis for CLASS Keys

Evidence may be collected during classroom observations, conferences, meetings, examination of artifacts, etc. Any element scored at the “Not Evident” level must be addressed through specific feedback on teacher performance. Specific feedback on any other level of performance is encouraged, but not required.

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CLASS Keys Phase III Steps

Process Guide Pages 23 – 32

Examples on Pages 61 – 80

Annual Annual EvaluationEvaluation

PhasePhase

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• Element/Strand Evaluation: Evaluators review the evidence collected and score the teacher’s performance on the rubrics.

When the element scores are aggregated, all strands must be scored at least at the EMERGING level.

• GTDR Evaluation: The reviewed performance on all duties and responsibilities must be satisfactory to receive an overall SATISFACTORY scoring.

• Overall Evaluation: Both sections, the Strands and GTDR, must receive a SATISFACTORY scoring for a teacher to receive a satisfactory annual evaluation.

TEACHER’S ANNUAL

EVALUATION

CLASS Keys Strand Scores

Georgia Teacher Duties and Responsibilities+

Satisfactory performance is required for both the CLASS Keys Strands and the Georgia Teacher Duties

and Responsibilities.

Questions and Next Steps

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