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Educator Evaluation in Portland

The Portland Public Schools initiative aims to develop a robust evaluation system for educators focused on student learning. Led by a district-level workgroup, the system incorporates professional standards, peer support, and multiple measures of growth. The approach includes Charlotte Danielson's framework and domains covering student growth, instructional practice, and professional interactions. Resources include partnerships and online platforms for transparency and support.

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Educator Evaluation in Portland

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  1. Educator Evaluation in Portland • Context • Prompted & supported by School Improvement Grant (Riverton School) • Led by district-level workgroup (n = 11) • Teacher, administrator, and Central Office representatives • K-5, 6-8, and 9-12 are represented • Meets twice monthly • Timeline • 2010-11: Develop plan; seek State Board approval • 2011-12: Riverton and select schools will pilot • 2012-13: District-wide implementation

  2. Educator Evaluation in Portland • Vision • “The Portland Public Schools will develop an evaluation system for professional staff and administrators that focuses on student learning as the primary component of decision-making and support. This system builds on the professionalism of teachers, specialists, and administrators, and is based on current research and models in other districts.” • Shared Values • student learning • professional learning • the work of all staff in supporting student learning • professional standards as the core of instructional and administrative practice • multiple measures of student growth and proficiency • peer support as we work to improve student learning • collaboration and inclusive planning • transparency and clarity in expectations and process • ongoing reflection and review of this system

  3. Educator Evaluation in Portland • Standards • Charlotte Danielson’s Enhancing Professional Practice, with local adaptation • Domains • Student Growth and Proficiency: school-wide targets based on state assessments, plus student learning goals established with teams or individual teachers and measured by various assessments • Instructional Practice: Planning and Preparation, Classroom Environment, and Instruction • Professional Practice: includes work with families and community

  4. Educator Evaluation in Portland • Resources • Student Growth and Proficiency • Partnership with USM’s CEPARE • New Haven, CT; other districts • Portland Evaluation Workgroup website: • http://www2.portlandschools.org/evaluation-work-group • Teacher Union Reform Network (TURN): www.turnexchange.net • Questions? • Kate Theriault: therik@portlandschools.org, 207-874-8210

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