Non-OTES Teacher Evaluation Clause Samples
The Non-OTES Teacher Evaluation clause establishes the procedures and criteria for evaluating teachers who are not subject to the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES). This clause typically outlines alternative evaluation methods, such as administrative reviews, peer assessments, or other performance metrics, and specifies which teachers or positions fall under its scope, such as part-time, substitute, or specialized instructional staff. Its core function is to ensure that all educators receive appropriate performance feedback and accountability, even if they are exempt from the standard OTES process, thereby maintaining consistent evaluation standards across the institution.
Non-OTES Teacher Evaluation. The following evaluation procedure shall apply to any person who is employed under a teacher license issued under Chapter 3319 of the Ohio Revised Code, or under a professional or permanent teacher’s certificate issued under former section 3319.222 of the Revised Code, and who spends less than fifty percent (50%) of the time employed providing student instruction.
Non-OTES Teacher Evaluation. All teachers who do not fall under the OTES Evaluation System contained in Article VIII, Section I, shall be evaluated as follows:
a. The fundamental goal of the non-OTES evaluation system is to improve performance and give every staff member an opportunity to be successful and to contribute to the overall objectives of the district.
b. Observations will be conducted openly, with full knowledge of the staff member and advance notice if at all possible.
c. One (1) observation must be conducted and completed no later than January 15, with a written observation report being delivered to the teacher no later than January 25. The second observation must be conducted and completed between February 10 and April 1, with a written report received by the teacher on or before April 10. These dates may be extended due to extenuating circumstances. Except as set forth below for Accomplished or Skilled teachers, a non-OTES teacher will be evaluated on an annual basis. A non-OTES teacher who receives a final holistic rating of “Accomplished” will be evaluated once every three (3) years, subject to any terms consistent with the ODE framework, if applicable. A non-OTES teacher who received a final holistic rating of “Skilled” will be evaluated once every two (2) years, subject to any terms consistent with the ODE framework, if applicable.
d. Each evaluation will be based on the following components: Principal/supervisor’s observations and monitoring of teacher performance. At least two (2) observations to last at least thirty (30) minutes or one full class period.
e. Evaluations must be conducted by a licensed administrator and will be reported on the evaluation form in Appendix A. Criteria of expected job performance for all areas of responsibility shall be those criteria indicated on the evaluation form. The evaluator and the teacher will discuss the completed evaluation form. The teacher will sign the form after having read the contents and will receive a copy. The teacher’s signature reflects acknowledgment and not necessarily agreement. The form is to be placed in the teacher’s personnel file located at the Central Office and is available to the teacher upon request.
f. The GHTA President shall be notified in writing for each teacher placed on a Plan of Assistance along with a copy of the plan.
g. The Board will utilize the Psychologist Performance Evaluation Rubric (PPER), attached as Appendix A, to evaluate school psychologists. Any use of Professional Growth Plans ...
Non-OTES Teacher Evaluation a. A formal teacher evaluation shall consist of two (2) observation sessions conducted by the credentialed administrator evaluator (CAE) for at least thirty