Principal Observation
Feedback From Your School Leader
The Principal Observation measure in LEAP is fully developed and in-scope for the LEAP pilot.
Historically, principals have played an important role in evaluating and supporting teachers in their schools. This does not change with LEAP. Observation and feedback provided by school principals remain an important aspect of teacher evaluation. With LEAP:
- Principals are receiving extensive training on the DPS Framework for Effective Teaching, consistent rating (inter-rater reliability), and giving meaningful feedback.
- Principals will conduct classroom observations using the DPS Framework for Effective Teaching. During the spring 2011 LEAP pilot (January - May 2011), teachers will receive two principal observations. We are using the spring pilot experience to inform the decision as to how many principal observations will be included in the LEAP pilot next year.
- Principals will provide teachers with post observation feedback, including insight on areas of strength as well as growth opportunities. Teachers will use this feedback to select from a variety of differentiated professional development offerings, all aligned to the Framework for Effective Teaching.