Common use of Alternative Evaluation Options Clause in Contracts

Alternative Evaluation Options. The certificated employee should select alternative evaluation options which are in close alignment with his/her annual goals. The district-wide approved alternative options are described as follows: 9.9.2.2.1 Individual Growth Activities Individual growth activities are designed to improve the employee's performance through the use of selected professional growth activities combined with self-analysis techniques. Examples of activities in these categories are: • Videotaping a Classroom Lesson (Self-analysis) • Portfolio Assessments - (training, development and use) • Self Evaluation - (informative and summative) • Student and Parent Feedback • Teacher-Created Projects 9.9.2.2.2 Educational Team Growth Activities These activities are designed to reduce the isolation of the classroom teacher. The District and the Association agree that an increased level of collaboration contributes to the professional growth of each employee. Examples of Education Team Growth Activities are: • Cognitive Coaching • Videotaped Lessons - (with a peer reviewer) • Inter-Intra Disciplinary Grade Level Teams • Peer Classroom Visitations • Collaborative Teaching and Presentation to Staff • Teacher Team Created Projects