Here are some more specifics on the observation part of the proposal. The three observations will focus on the part of your work that includes your day to day student contact and how that affects the goal you set for yourself. For most of our members that is Domain IV of our current Performance Assessment System (PAS) - Instruction.
For the first year, we are proposing that the standard for success be reaching a Basic, Proficient, or Distinguished level on all components of that domain (no Unsatisfactory ratings) by the end of the year. The next year, we propose that at least 3 of the 5 components be proficient or distinguished, followed by reaching proficient or distinguished in each of the components the third year and thereafter. We felt that we would need a couple of years to make sure we were consistent with our evaluations and we all understood the plan well before implementing the more rigorous standard.
