Informal Observations. A. An informal observation is an observation that is not required to be pre-scheduled.
B. An evaluator may conduct any number of informal observations.
C. Observations do not have to be in the classroom. For example, department or collegial meetings may be used for informal observations.
D. Informal observations may serve as an opportunity for formative feedback. If there are concerns regarding the teacher’s/educator’s level of performance based upon informal observations, the evaluator will document the concern and schedule a time to discuss with the employee.
Informal Observations. 1. An informal observation is a walkthrough of non-confidential activities during unannounced times. Such observations shall be documented on the form in Appendix I-2 and will focus on one (1) or more of the following components: • Comprehensive School Counseling Program Plan • Direct Services for Academic, Career and Social/Emotional Development • Indirect Services: Partnerships and Referrals • Evaluation and Data • Leadership and Advocacy • Professional Responsibility, Knowledge and Growth
2. The walkthrough shall be at least ten (10) consecutive minutes, but not more than twenty (20) consecutive minutes in duration. The walkthrough must be of sufficient duration to allow the evaluator to assess the focus of the walkthrough.
3. The counselor shall be provided a copy of the informal observation form.
4. No fewer than two (2) informal observations shall be included in each evaluation cycle.
Informal Observations. 1. An informal observation is a documented observation that is not required to be pre-scheduled.
2. An evaluator may conduct any number of informal observations.
3. Informal observations may occur at any time during the teacher workday.
4. Informal observations may be documented in writing and if documented, a copy will be provided to the teacher within five (5) days of the informal observation. If there is an area of concern based upon any such informal observation, the written documentation of the observation must be provided to the teacher in order for that evidence to be used in the evaluation process.
5. Any time after an informal observation a teacher may request a post-informal observation conference to discuss the informal observation.
6. Additional informal observations may be necessary to collect additional evidence.
Informal Observations. 1. An informal observation is a walkthrough of non-confidential activities during unannounced times. Such observations shall be documented on the walkthrough form and will focus on one (1) or more of the following components:
a. Comprehensive School Counseling Program Plan
b. Direct Services for Academic, Career and Social/Emotional Development
c. Indirect Services: Partnerships and Referrals
d. Evaluation and Data
e. Leadership and Advocacy
f. Professional Responsibility, Knowledge and Growth
2. The walkthrough should last no longer than fifteen (15) minutes. The walkthrough must be of sufficient duration to allow the evaluator to assess the focus of the walkthrough.
3. The counselor shall be provided a copy of the informal observation form.
4. No fewer than two (2) informal observations shall be included in each evaluation cycle.
Informal Observations. 1. An informal observation is a documented observation that is not required to be pre-scheduled. Additional informal observations may be necessary to collect additional evidence.
2. An evaluator may conduct any number of informal observations.
3. Observations do not have to be in the classroom. Department or collegial meetings may be used for informal observations.
4. All informal observations may be documented in writing and if documented, a copy will be provided to the teacher within five (5) days of the informal observation. If there is an area of concern based upon any such informal observation, the written documentation of the observation must be provided to the teacher in order for that evidence to be used in the evaluation process.
5. Any time after an informal observation a teacher may request a post-informal observation conference to discuss the informal observation.
Informal Observations. All informal observations which are to be used to evaluate the teacher will be reduced to writing and shall conform to the requirements as set forth in the Evaluation Plan. A copy of the written compilation will be given to the teacher no less than one (1) work day prior to any conference. The written compilation will be discussed with the teacher within ten (10) work days of the occurrence of the informal observation.
Informal Observations a. Informal observations do not have to be in the classroom. Department or collegial meetings may be used for Informal observations.
b. If the evidence is to be used in the evaluation process demonstrates a lack of proficiency, the teacher will receive a written summary.
c. The evaluator is encouraged to engage in coaching cycles, walkthroughs, and support of professional growth of teachers.
Informal Observations. The evaluator may conduct any number of informal observations under the same procedures as in the regular evaluation process (including documentation).
Informal Observations. The purpose of informal observations, which may be unannounced, is to document staff performance in settings that are outside the formal observation process and are applicable to the employee’s evaluation criteria. Informal observations are intended to document strengths as well as concerns regarding employee performance. Informal observations shall not take place on the day before Thanksgiving, winter or spring breaks unless mutually agreed upon by the teacher and evaluator. These observations shall be a minimum of ten (10) minutes in length. If there is an area of concern, the evaluator will identify specific concerns in writing within ten
Informal Observations. Informal observations may be conducted at appropriate times and places throughout the school year. Informal observations may include observations of a staff member's performance in the classroom, at assigned duties, and/or relating with students, parents, or other staff members.
