Educator EvaluationOn-line Systems Training Webinar

February 7th, 2013

History of the Evaluation System• In 2011-2012, the new Evaluation System was

piloted in 25 schools.• In 2012, West Virginia House Bill 4236 mandates

the establishment of an Educator Evaluation.• In 2012-2013, the new Evaluation System was

expanded to 136 schools. • In 2013-2014, the new Evaluation System will be

launched state-wide.

Webinar Purpose

• The purpose of this webinar is to:– Assist in the transition from paper-based

evaluations to evaluations completed on-line.– Highlight preparations for the new system which

can begin now. – Assist in familiarization of the on-line components

of the system.

Online tool

Evaluations that support

professional growth

Future Webinars

February 28th, 2013

Educator Evaluation: Self-Reflection and Evidence 3:30PM

March 14th, 2013 Educator Evaluation: Goal Setting 3:30PM

March 28th, 2013

Educator Evaluation: Summative Evaluation 3:30PM

• Mark your calendar for up-coming WVDE Webinar trainings on the Educator Evaluation System.

Overview

• This webinar will cover the following topics:– Educator Evaluation: “At a Glance”– WOW Log-in and Password Reset– On-line Teacher Evaluation system– On-line Principal Evaluation system – Advice from the Field: RESA 6

Four Performance

Levels

Distinguished

Accomplished

Emerging

Unsatisfactory

Evaluation System for TeachersAdvanced Progression

6+ years

Intermediate Progression

4-5 years

Initial Progression

1-3 years

Self Reflection (standards/rubrics)

2 Student Learning Goals

School-wide Growth - Reading School-wide Growth - Mathematics

80%

15%

Evidence

Observation (2)

Observation (4)

None Required*

5%

Four Performance

Levels

Distinguished

Accomplished

Emerging

Unsatisfactory

Evaluation System for Principals/CounselorsPrincipals and Counselors

(no progressions based on years’ experience)

Self Reflection (standards/rubrics)

2 Student Learning/Impact Goals

School-wide Growth - Reading School-wide Growth - Mathematics

80%

15%

Evidence

Observation not a required component

5%

Evaluation System for Educators• The following components of the new

Educator Evaluation System are the same for Teachers, Counselors and Principals:– The Four Performance Levels– The Self-Reflection– Evidence Submission– Summative Evaluation

WOW Log-in and Password

How do I Obtain a User I.D.?How do I log-in to WOW?

What do I do if I forget my password?

Obtaining a User ID

Obtaining a User ID

Obtaining a User ID

Logging-in to WOW

Logging-in to WOW

Not on a School Network?

Logging-in to WOW

The WOW Home Page

WOW Menu

Password Problems?

How do I re-set my password for WOW if I enter the wrong

password too often?

Resetting Your Password

Resetting Your Password

Resetting Your Password

A Preview of Things to Come . . .

** CURRENTLY IN DEVELOPMENT **

On-line Teacher Evaluation System

Principal Preparation for Teachers & Counselors:

1. Verify Principal WVEIS WOW User ID and PRINCIPAL Role. Recommended Timeline: May 30th for current teachers– If questions, contact:

• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

2. Verify teachers/counselors have WVEIS WOW User ID and TEACHER Role (Teacher Self-registered: AUTOTEAC) - Master Schedule must be completed for current Evaluation year.

• Teacher must be on the Master Schedule• Master Schedule must contain a class but not necessarily students

– Progressions must be verified with County Office for current teachers – If questions, contact:

• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

Principal Preparation for Teachers & Counselors:

3. Verify Educator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVAL) Item has been assigned in WOW– If questions contact:

• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

4. On WVEIS WOW Identify Progression Path for each teacher (radio button)

The Teacher Evaluation Menu

Teacher Self-Reflection• Provides educators the opportunity to:– Consider avenues for continued professional

growth.– Aspire to the highest level of achievement.

• Educators on all progressions complete a self-reflection.

• The February 28th Webinar will cover Educator Self-Reflections in greater depth.

Teacher Self-Reflection

Teacher Self-Reflection

Teacher Self-Reflection

Teacher Self-Reflection

Setting Student Goals

• Goal setting for student learning is an important process for every educator

• The March 14th Webinar will cover Student Goal Setting in greater depth.

Setting Student Goals

Teacher Evidence

• Educators provide evidence to support the determination of performance level ratings for the five professional teaching standards.

• The February 28th Webinar will cover Educator Evidence in greater depth.

Teacher Evidence

Teacher Evidence

Teacher Observations• Observations provide a view of

teacher practice and the opportunity to collect data to evaluate educator performance.

• Evidence collected during observations may assist educators in clarifying strengths and identifying areas for growth.

Teacher Observations

Teacher Observations

Summative Teacher Evaluation

On-line Principal Evaluation System

County Administrator Preparation for (Superintendent/Designee) :

1. Verify Administrator WVEIS WOW User ID and SUPER Role Recommended Timeline for Current Administrators: May 30th

– If questions, contact:• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

2. Verify Administrator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVALA) Item has been assigned in WOW

– If questions: contact:• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

3. Principal to be evaluated must be identified under “Principal Entry” each Year. (Beginning on First Day of Principal’s Contract)

– Principal Entry • Employee Number of Principal • Teacher ID for Principal (from Master Schedule)• User ID for Principal (WVEIS User ID)

Principal Preparation for Assistant Principal:

1. Verify Administrator WVEIS WOW User ID and PRINCIPAL Role. Recommended Timeline for Current Administrators: May 30th

– If questions, contact:• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

2. Verify Administrator Evaluation MENU (EMP.EVALA) Item has been assigned in WOW

– If questions, contact:• WVEIS County Contact• RESA WVEIS Staff

3. Assistant Principal to be evaluated must be identified under “Assistant Principal Entry” each Year. (Beginning on First Day of Contract)

– Assistant Principal Entry • Employee Number of Assistant Principal • Teacher ID for Assistant Principal (from Master Schedule)• User ID for Assistant Principal (WVEIS User ID)

WOW Menu

Adding Principals to Evaluation System

Principal Self-Reflection

Principal Goals

Principal Evidence

Principal Summative Evaluation

Evaluation Pre-Timeline (suggestions from questions

asked during trainings at RESA 6)

Raising Awareness • Be Active in Self-Training

– Educator Evaluation System DEMO websitehttp://wveis.k12.wv.us/wvdeEvals_Demo/

• WVDE Educator Evaluation Webpagehttp://wvde.state.wv.us/evalwv/ – Teacher Evaluation Guidebook– Principal Evaluation Guidebook– Webinar Recordings– Other Resources

• Be Active in Assisting Others. . . – Find Training Materials and Information

Future Webinars

February 28th, 2013

Educator Evaluation: Self-Reflection and Evidence 3:30PM

March 14th, 2013 Educator Evaluation: Goal Setting 3:30PM

March 28th, 2013

Educator Evaluation: Summative Evaluation 3:30PM

• Mark your calendar for up-coming WVDE Webinar trainings on the Educator Evaluation System.

Questions?

• Questions / Comments / Concerns

Contact Information:

Trent J. DanowskiTeacher Quality Coordinator / WVDEtdanowski@access.k12.wv.us