Rethinking Teacher Supervision, Coaching & Evaluation
with Kim Marshall
Adopt a system of ‘mini-classroom observations’ to get ‘more good teaching, in more classrooms, more of the time.’
Despite challenges, there are effective strategies to enhance teacher supervision, coaching, & evaluation:
Engage teachers in professional goal setting. This fosters ownership and relevance in their professional journey, aligning supervision and coaching with personal aspirations and classroom realities.
Develop a culture of trust, where feedback is ongoing and viewed as a constructive part of professional growth. Use tools that facilitate regular, meaningful dialogue between educators and supervisors.
Use findings from classroom observations to inform evaluations. Ensure that feedback and professional development are focused on areas with the greatest impact on teaching and learning.
RocketPD offers professional learning programs to help school leaders master the art of teacher supervision, coaching, and evaluation.
Learn more about our approach to teacher supervision, coaching, and evaluation.
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