How the Measures of Effective Teaching Project has

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How the Measures of Effective Teaching Project has Informed Denver’s Teacher Support and Evaluation

How the Measures of Effective Teaching Project has Informed Denver’s Teacher Support and Evaluation System

High-Quality Observations 1. Choose an observation instrument that sets clear expectations.

High-Quality Observations 1. Choose an observation instrument that sets clear expectations.

High-Quality Observations Use the Framework as a tool to strategically connect and focus on

High-Quality Observations Use the Framework as a tool to strategically connect and focus on our district priorities – new standards, English Language Learners, and educator effectiveness. Student Behaviors ELLs New Standards Teaching Practices

High-Quality Observations 2. Require observers to demonstrate accuracy before they rate teacher practice. •

High-Quality Observations 2. Require observers to demonstrate accuracy before they rate teacher practice. • July / August training • Baseline and Mid-Year Inter-Rater Reliability Tests • Upcoming: Observer Certification Process

High-Quality Observations 3. When high-stakes decisions are being made, multiple observations are necessary. •

High-Quality Observations 3. When high-stakes decisions are being made, multiple observations are necessary. • 4 Observations in the ’ 10 -’ 11 Spring Pilot • 3 Observations ’ 11 -’ 12 Pilot • Varies by teacher type in the ‘ 12 -’ 13 Pilot

2012 -13 Observation Model Teacher Group School Leader Peer Observer Probationary Teachers 1 Full

2012 -13 Observation Model Teacher Group School Leader Peer Observer Probationary Teachers 1 Full + Partials & Walkthroughs 2 Full + Support for novice teachers Non- Probationary Teacher “Group 1”* PO optional 1 Full + Partials & Walkthroughs Opt in for 1 or 2 Full (teacher or principal request) Non- Probationary Teacher “Group 2”* PO included 1 Full + Partials and Walkthroughs - OR Partials & Walkthroughs only and elect to utilize PO full observation data 2 Full * Group 1 and Group 2 rotates annually. Total 3 Full; Partials / Walkthroughs as needed 1 -3 Full; Partials / Walkthroughs as needed 2 -3 Full; Partials / Walkthroughs as needed

High-Quality Observations 4. Track system-level reliability by double scoring some teachers with impartial observers.

High-Quality Observations 4. Track system-level reliability by double scoring some teachers with impartial observers.

High-Quality Observations 5. Combine observations with student achievement gains and student feedback.

High-Quality Observations 5. Combine observations with student achievement gains and student feedback.

High-Quality Observations 6. Regularly verify that those with stronger observation scores also have stronger

High-Quality Observations 6. Regularly verify that those with stronger observation scores also have stronger student achievement gains on average.

Contact Information Theress Pidick Director of Teacher Effectiveness theress_pidick@dpsk 12. org Danielle Ongart MET/LEAP

Contact Information Theress Pidick Director of Teacher Effectiveness theress_pidick@dpsk 12. org Danielle Ongart MET/LEAP Project Manager danielle_ongart@dpsk 12. org

Thoughts from a LEAP Pilot Teacher “I took the LEAP and I like that

Thoughts from a LEAP Pilot Teacher “I took the LEAP and I like that my observer saw me in an authentic state of real-life teaching. I truly enjoy the process of being reflective in my practice and I found that having someone in my room, unexpected, is a great way to do this. My involvement gave me the opportunity to share my experience with my observer, be more deliberate in my practice and take away from it some ideas that will help me become a more effective educator. ” - DPS Pilot Teacher