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Educator Evaluations and Teacher Certification Presentation to the Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools March 9, 2017
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Educator Evaluations and
Teacher CertificationPresentation to the
Michigan Association of Non-Public Schools
March 9, 2017
Public Act 173 of 2015
Michigan’s Educator Evaluation Law
Purpose of Evaluations
Determine educator effectiveness while ensuring that
ample opportunities for improvement are provided
Provide relevant coaching, support, and professional
learning
Make decisions regarding tenure and certification using
rigorous standards and transparent and fair procedures
Make promotion, retention, and removal decisions
The Evaluation System
Observation (Evaluation) Tools
State Approved Observation Tools
Teachers
Charlotte Danielson’s
Framework for Teaching
The Marzano Teacher
Evaluation Model
The Thoughtful Classroom
The 5 Dimensions of
Teaching and Learning
Administrators
MASA’s School ADvance
Administrator Evaluation
Instrument
Reeves’ Leadership
Performance Rubric
Additional state
approved tools
coming in 2017…
Observation Tool Requirements
Ensure and publicly report:
• Research base
• Author(s) and qualifications
• Evidence of reliability, validity, and efficacy or a plan for
developing evidence
• Evaluation frameworks and rubrics
• Process for observations and feedback
• Plan for training of evaluators and observers
Teacher Observations
At least two classroom observations per year unless
effective or highly effective for the two most recent
evaluations
At least one classroom observation must be unscheduled
(starting in 2016-2017)
At least one classroom observation must be conducted by
the administrator responsible for the teacher’s annual year-
end evaluation
Feedback provided within 30 days of observation
Includes, minimally, a review of the lesson plan, content
standard(s), and student engagement in instruction
Student growth
Student Growth Requirements
Multiple measures that may include
“Research-based growth measures”
“Alternative assessments that are rigorous and comparable
across schools within the school district, intermediate school
district or public school academy”
“Nationally normed or locally adopted assessments that are
aligned to state standards”
Student learning objectives (SLO)
Achievement of individualized education program (IEP) goals
Student Growth Requirements
Three years of data when available
2015-2016 through 2017-2018: 25% student
growth
2018-2019 and beyond: 40% student growth
State assessment data must be used for tested
grades and subjects starting in 2018-2019
Student Growth Timeline and Composition
75% 75% 75%60%
25% 25% 25%
20%
20%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018 2018-2019
State Assessment Measure of Student Growth
Local Measures of Student Growth
Observation Tool and Additional Factors
Additional factors
Teachers 380.1248(1)(b)(i) to (iii)
“Demonstrated pedagogical skills”
Classroom management
Relationships with colleagues, students, and
families
Attendance
“Significant, relevant accomplishments and
contributions”
“Relevant special training”
Administrators
Proficiency in using the observation tool for
teachers or proficiency of his or her designee in
using the observation tool for teachers
Progress made against goals in the school or
district improvement plans
Student attendance
Student, parent, and teacher feedback
“Other information considered pertinent”
Annual Year-end Evaluations
Annual Year-End Evaluations
Assign one of four labels based on student
growth, observation (evaluation) tool, and
additional factors for the current school year
Establish performance goals and related training
for the following school year
Effectiveness Label Outcomes and Options
• Three consecutive = may move to biennial evaluations
• Two consecutive = Number of required observations not defined
Highly Effective
• Two consecutive = Number of required observations not definedEffective
• Mid-year progress report and aligned individualizeddevelopment plan* or improvement planMinimally Effective
or Ineffective
• Teacher may appeal rating to district superintendent**
• Three consecutive = dismissalIneffective
*Also for teachers in first year of probationary period
**Not applicable to teachers in the probationary period
Teacher Certification Implications
MCL 380.1531k: Beginning immediately, the
state superintendent may not issue or renew
an advanced professional certificate unless
the applicant
Has been rated highly effective for three out of the five
most recent annual year-end evaluations; and
Has not been rated ineffective within the last five
years; and
Meets additional criteria established in administrative
rules.
MCL 380.1531j: Beginning July 1, 2018, the state
superintendent may not issue an initial professional
teaching certificate until an individual has
completed three full years of classroom teaching
AND The individual was rated effective or highly effective on
his or her three most recent evaluations
OR The individual was rated effective or highly effective for
at least three nonconsecutive evaluations AND submits a recommendation for the professional teaching certificate from his or her current district superintendent
Public Act 170 of 2016:
Definition of “Teacher”
“(A)n individual who has a valid Michigan teaching
certificate or authorization; who is employed, or
contracted for, by a school district, intermediate
school district, or public school academy; and who
is assigned by the school district, intermediate
school district, or public school academy to deliver
direct instruction to pupils in any of grades K to 12
as a teacher of record.” (MCL 380.1249(8))
The Challenge
Certain individuals are required to hold teacher
certification for reasons of employment and
placement, but are not required to be evaluated
under MCL 380.1249.
MCL 380.1531j and MCL 380.1531k require
evaluations under MCL 380.1249 in order to
progress and/or renew certain teaching
certificates.
Solutions
Voluntarily meet the evaluation requirements
under MCL 380.1249 for teachers who hold
certification but do not fall under the definition
of “teacher”
Rely on forthcoming changes to teacher
certification administrative rules to ensure that
teachers can maintain certification in absence of
evaluation under MCL 380.1249
Certificate Progression - CURRENT
Provisional• Initial certification
upon completion of an approved program
• Valid for five years
• May be renewed two times (3 years each)
Professional• Three years of
“satisfactory” teaching experience under a Provisional Certificate
• Valid for five years
• Renewable in perpetuity
• Must meet defined professional learning requirements for renewal
Advanced Professional (OPTIONAL)
• Five consecutive “effective” or “highly effective” ratings
• NBCT or approved teacher leader training
• Valid for five years
• Must meet evaluation requirements for renewal
Certificate Progression – FUTURE (~Summer 2017)
Provisional• Initial certification
upon completion of an approved program
• Valid for five years
• May be renewed in perpetuity
Professional• Three years of
“satisfactory” teaching experience under a Provisional Certificate
• Valid for five years
• Renewable in perpetuity
• Must meet defined professional learning requirements for renewal
Advanced Professional (OPTIONAL)
• Five consecutive “effective” or “highly effective” ratings
• NBCT or approved teacher leader training
• Valid for five years
• Must meet evaluation requirements for renewal
Additional Notes
Administrator certification is not tied to the administrator
evaluation system defined in MCL 380.1249b.
There will be a special data appeals process for
districts/schools to fix data errors in evaluation label
reporting in fall 2017.
The MDE is working with CEPI to establish a process for
non-public schools that voluntarily establish and use
evaluation systems to report year-end educator evaluation
labels.
The evaluation of shared time teachers must be
conducted by employees or contractors of the employing
public school district.
Resources www.michigan.gov/mde-edevals
FAQ and general guidance on the legislation
Student growth resources
Evaluation Tool resources
Educator Evaluation Webinar Series
Recorded past webinars
March 10: From Compliance to Excellence
March 24: Student Learning Objectives
Office of Educator Talent
517-335-2669
Abbie Groff-BlaszakDirector, Office of Educator Talent
517-335-2669
www.michigan.gov/mde-edevals
