Promising Practices in Superintendent Evaluation

Promising Practices in Superintendent Evaluation
Author: Monica Martinez Sandoval
Publisher:
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2012
Genre:
ISBN:

The primary purpose of this study was to examine the current practice of the superintendent's evaluation process in three public school districts in Texas. This study collected information about current criteria used, the process as described by superintendents and school board presidents, and their perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the instrument used to measure the performance of the superintendent. A qualitative case study research approach was used to provide the researcher with rich, in-depth, relevant data. The researcher conducted multiple interviews of three superintendents and school board presidents in public school districts in Education Service Region IV of Texas. Additional data was gathered through documents and a reflective journal. There were six themes that emerged from data collected regarding superintendent evaluation: timing, rating, alignment, relationships, performance-based evaluation, and local control. The participating district modified and adjusted criteria and the process to align with the district context to more closely measure the school districts goals and priorities. The perspectives of superintendents and school board members offer insight into the process and struggles that each has with the overwhelming nature of the job of measuring the performance of the superintendent.

Evaluating School Superintendents

Evaluating School Superintendents
Author: Michael F. DiPaola
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2019-07-26
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1475846967

This book provides guidelines to Boards of Education and the members of communities to conduct a high-quality, research-based evaluation of their school superintendent. It also includes examples of contemporary practices of evaluating superintendents practiced across the United States. In exploring the important issue of evaluation for the superintendent the complexities and aspects of the process that make it unique are highlighted. Issues addressed include: Existing state policies that require/govern superintendent evaluations & their impact on practice Evaluation models that should be considered for evaluating superintendents The consequences of not having a clear set of policies/procedures Determining the major roles and responsibilities upon which the superintendent's evaluation should be based Documenting the superintendent’s job performance The policy, procedures, and training required for board members to successfully implement a superintendent evaluation system The evaluation process proposed ensures fairness to the superintendent as well as providing accountability to the school district and community. The focus of all evaluations should be on improved performance. Evaluation is a means to an end. The ultimate purpose of superintendent evaluation is improving individual performance in order to ensure quality services and programs to students.

Evaluating the Superintendent

Evaluating the Superintendent
Author: Jarett Powers
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2019-07-26
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1475849834

As local elections and other occurrences can transform a board and its direction, having a performance review cycle to ensure that all board members understand the philosophy undergirding the superintendent’s evaluation is critical to ensuring that all members of the governing board are operating within a similar framework and purpose as they approach the superintendent’s evaluation cycle. Acknowledging that superintendents have the potential to grow in their professional capacity, revisiting the philosophical underpinnings of the evaluation over time ensures that the process does not remain static. Each chapter within this text is designed to develop the basis for understanding the superintendent’s evaluation process to create opportunities for an open and continuous dialogue between superintendents and school boards. This book will support those charged with leading and governing public schools to implement effective evaluations for both school boards and superintendents that provide an objective and summative collection of the superintendent’s annual performance and his/her relative impact on targeted success within a given school year.

Superintendent Performance Evaluation: Current Practice and Directions for Improvement

Superintendent Performance Evaluation: Current Practice and Directions for Improvement
Author: I. Carl Candoli
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9401153566

Every school district needs a system of sound superintendent performance evaluation. School district superintendents are and must be accountable to their school boards, communities, faculties, and students for delivering effective educational leadership. To assure that they are evaluated fairly, competently, and functionally, superintendents need to help their school boards plan and implement evaluation systems that adhere to the evaluation standards. Superintendent Performance Evaluation outlines some of the problems and deficiencies in current evaluation practice and offers professionally-based leads for strengthening or replacing superintendent performance evaluation systems. This book focuses on the on-the-job performance of school district superintendents as they implement school board policy. The decision to focus on performance evaluation reflects the importance of this kind of evaluation in the move to raise educational standards and improve educational accountability. Boards and superintendents are advised to make superintendent performance evaluation an integral part of the district's larger system for evaluating district needs, plans, processes, and accomplishments.

Superintendents' and School Board Presidents' Perceptions of the Effectiveness of the Superintendent Evaluation Process in the State of Pennsylvania

Superintendents' and School Board Presidents' Perceptions of the Effectiveness of the Superintendent Evaluation Process in the State of Pennsylvania
Author: Marc Wyandt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2019
Genre: School board presidents
ISBN:

This study sought to examine the perceptions of superintendents and school board presidents related to the effectiveness of the superintendent evaluation process utilized in their school districts. In addition, this study asked superintendents and school board presidents to rank leadership functions derived from the Pennsylvania Leadership Standards in order to evaluate the degree of alignment between the two. Data for this study were collected through instruments designed by the researcher including an online survey and semi-structured interview. A total of 111 survey responses from superintendents and school board presidents in the state of Pennsylvania were analyzed in order to answer the research questions. Eight survey respondents agreed to participate in the follow-up interview. The findings of this study indicate that superintendents and school board presidents perceived the evaluation process to be effective in holding the superintendent accountable and promoting the professional growth of the superintendent. Further, superintendents and school board presidents generally perceived the superintendent evaluation process to be reflective of best practices. The findings related to the ranking of leadership functions demonstrated that superintendents and school board presidents prioritized certain leadership functions more consistently than others, especially when examined in the context of district size, which highlights the importance of collaboration and communication in implementing the superintendent evaluation process.

Superintendent Evaluation Handbook

Superintendent Evaluation Handbook
Author: Michael F. DiPaola
Publisher: R&L Education
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2004-09-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 058546393X

Superintendent evaluation is a unique process that is often neglected but critical in this era of accountability. This invaluable guide provides an overview of the entire process, including: crafting board policy, criteria for good policy, and prototype policy. It identifies the unique challenges posed by the evaluation process and describes a three-tiered model of evaluation. This model is anchored in the professional standards for superintendency established by the American Association of School Administrators (AASA), the National School Boards Association (NSBA) Key Work of School Boards, the Interstate School Leaders Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) Standards, and the National Technology Standards for School Administrators. Numerous sample forms are included to assist school districts in creating a customized evaluation protocol to enhance performance. Suggestions on next steps for the reader conclude the book and additional resources are described in the annotated bibliography. This handbook will be of interest to superintendents, school board members, and professionals involved in the development and support of superintendents.

Learning From the Best

Learning From the Best
Author: Sandra Harris
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2009-02-11
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412959845

'Provides a rare opportunity to get inside the heads of the best superintendents in the country. Harris' book captures essential craft knowledge that every superintendent needs to succeed in the job' --Robert S. McCord, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership, University of Nevada, Las Vegas 'An excellent book for experienced and new superintendents. I kept coming across little nuggets and big ideas that I couldn't wait to implement immediately' --Janie L. Nusser, Superintendent South Seneca Central School District, NY In today's challenging educational environment, superintendents need proven strategies that will help them lead their schools and districts successfully. This topical resource offers a collection of proven best practices from award-winning superintendents. Representing school districts with diverse populations, school sizes, and communities, 22 current and former superintendents from around the country detail in their own words the practices that have been central to their professional and districtwide success. Readers can learn from the wisdom and experience of these outstanding leaders on topics such as: - Transformational leadership that provides direction for the district - Community building, outreach, and effective partnerships - Responding to changing times, changing standards, and student needs - Developing strategies for overcoming barriers to effective reform Learning From the Best is a valuable resource for new and experienced superintendents seeking to steer their districts through today's most pressing educational issues.

Assessing Educational Leaders

Assessing Educational Leaders
Author: Douglas B. Reeves
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2008-07-10
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412951186

"As school systems search for ways to develop and retain effective leaders, a new vision for leadership assessment becomes increasingly vital. This revised edition... provides the information and tools necessary to successfully evaluate all types of educational leaders and improve both individual and organizational performance. Incorporating the 10 Dimensions of Leadership, this field-tested resource is based on research, theory, and best practices in leadership, organizational effectiveness, and personnel evaluation. The author, a national expert on educational leadership and accountability, focuses on three critical concepts of leadership: the dramatic impact of leadership on student achievement, equity, and staff morale; the role of both personal predispositions and acquired knowledge skills on effectiveness; and how evaluation can be used to improve performance instead of merely rendering an assessment...This updated edition includes new features such as: sample hallmarks of performance excellence; practical insights into the distinction between evaluating and assessing leaders; a new leadership assessment and coaching tool for providing confidential feedback to senior leaders; examples of real-world applications. By implementing this multidimensional leadership assessment system, school districts can improve teaching, learning, and leadership at every level!"--Publisher's website.