RISD Principal/Administrator

Summary Assessment Record

Basic Information and Data

Date
Name of Principal/Administrator / S.S. No
Assignment / School / Building

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION AND DATA Rating identification:

  1. Unsatisfactory2. Needs Improvement3. Professionally Competent4. Consistently Exceeds Expectations

1. The principal/administrator demonstrates foresight, examines issues and takes initiative

to improve the quality of education in the community. 1 2 3 4

a.Enables staff, students, parents and community to build a common vision.

b.Articulates a vision and is able to make that vision concrete to others.

c.Provides a learning environment and climate where creativity, risk taking and experimentation

are shared by all stake holders.

d.Understands, facilitates and manages change in self, others and the organization.

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2.The principal/administrator embraces and encourages the acceptance of diversity. 1 2 3 4

a.Models respect, understanding and appreciation for all people.

b.Addresses the special needs of groups and individuals.

c.Addresses the needs of multicultural, multilingual, multiracial, and economically diverse populations.

d.Promotes and supports recruitment and assignment of a diverse staff.

e.Demonstrates sensitivity to alternative educational philosophies and methodologies.

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3.The principal/administrator uses effective people skills to communicate.1 2 3 4 a. Addresses the needs of staff, students, parents and community.

b.Facilitates communication and the use of problem-solving processes to promote teamwork, consensus and inquiry.

c.Assists with the resolution of conflicts and stress.

d.Implements the staff evaluation process effectively.

e.Writes and speaks appropriately.

f.Keeps staff and community informed of pertinent information in a timely manner.

g.Utilizes appropriate listening skills.

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4.The principal/administrator provides and maintains an environment where optimal

student growth can take place. 1 2 3 4

a.Understands and supports the goals and purposes of the organization.

b.Promotes learning as the primary purpose of the organization.

c.Collaborates and networks with the community service agencies, other educational organizations and business, as appropriate.

d.Provides and maintains a safe and healthy environment that promotes positive student behavior.

e.Understands and encourages the application of human growth and development principles.

f. Assesses and evaluates program and staff effectively.

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5.The principal/administrator demonstrates instructional leadership. 1 2 3 4

a.Seeks out and provides staff with information on methodology, research and current educational trends.

b.Identifies, accesses and uses appropriate resources.

c.Makes reasonable decisions and accepts responsibility for those decisions.

d.Promotes collaboration and mutual sharing among teachers and staff.

e.Encourages and allows others to lead as appropriate.

f.Comprehends effective learning and teaching processes.

g. Promotes technology for teaching, learning, and management.

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6.The principal/administrator demonstrates an understanding of the dynamics

of the educational organization.1 2 3 4

a.Develops positive school/community relations.

b.Demonstrates an understanding of the politics of school governance and operations.

c.Informs staff, parents and community of relevant facts to aid in reaching informed decisions.

d.Exhibits skills in comprehending, interpreting and supporting positions of the organization.

e.Exhibits skills in lobbying, negotiating, collective bargaining, policy development and policy maintenance.

f.Exhibits effective public relations skills.

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7.The principal/administrator effectively manages the resources for which he/she is responsible

including: personnel, finances, facilities, programs and time. 1 2 3 4

a.Implements district policies, state standards, and federal regulations and laws.

b.Organizes, coordinates and supervises staff assignments and needs.

c.Carries out appropriate fiscal procedures.

d.Utilizes and maintains facilities.

e.Demonstrates efficient time management by establishing schedules and reasonable time lines for completing tasks.

f.Utilizes available technology to meet administrative objectives.

g.Utilizes participatory management techniques.

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8.The principal/administrator uses supervision, staff development and performance evaluation

to improve the educational program.1 2 3 4

a.Implements a collaborative process in staff development.

b.Identifies and acknowledges effective performance in objective terms.

c.Assists individual professional development.

d.Develops, implements and evaluates the staff development program, collaboratively utilizing a variety of resources.

e.Follows procedures and participates in training consistent with the state and local Teacher Performance Evaluation Plan.

f.Provides regular feedback on performance.

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9.The principal/administrator maintains familiarity with current educational issues through a

process of ongoing personal development.1 2 3 4

a.Participates in local, state and other training opportunities.

b.Reviews current professional literature.

c.Continues to expand knowledge and awareness of programs within the school district.

Comments

10. The principal/administrator demonstrates a knowledge of and manages state and

federal programs to meet the special needs of all students. 1 2 3 4

a.Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate identification, assessment, and placement of students within, but not limited to, special education, bilingual education, Title I, Section 504, as well as students identified as

limited English proficient.

b.Has knowledge of, promotes, and provides support for instructional strategies effective for students within these programs.

c.Works collaboratively and uses appropriate forms of communication with students, parents, staff, program coordinators, and others regarding program development and implementation.

d.Assesses implementation and assures compliance of programs within statutory and regulatory provisions.

e.Understands the basic legal regulations and procedures, seeks further information about real or potential legal questions, and stays current on legal and related issues.

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11. The principal/administrator effectively utilizes the New MexicoState Accountability process to assess and improve the educational program. 1 2 3 4

  1. Provides data for teachers.
  2. Collaborates with teachers for data disaggregation.
  3. Facilitates and supports the instruction.
  4. Monitors/supports teacher implementation of the instruction.
  5. Provides opportunities for all special needs students to participate in the academic programs.
  6. Keeps staff, parents and community informed of pertinent information about the New Mexico Accountability process including documentation, data analysis, and school accountability reports.

e.Works collaboratively with the school staff, students and parents to develop and implement a plan to address the areas identified as needing improvement.

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Superintendent / Supervisor*Principal/Administrator

*Signature does not necessarily mean the principal/administrator agrees with this assessment.

The signature only indicates the principal/administrator has received a copy of the evaluation.