All employees have formal, written performance assessments annually.

• Statement indicating all staff (including direct and non-direct care staff) are formally assessed at least 1x/program year

AND

• 2 completed performance assessments for 1 administrative staff position and 1 teaching staff position within the previous 15 months

Program leadership provides structured communication about employee’s performance of job functions, establishes ways for further development, and highlights goals and achievements. This process is provided by program leadership for all teaching staff, management and administration, and other support roles.

Why is it important for all employees to have formal written performance assessments annually?

In order for staff to reach their greatest potential as professional, competent educators, they need regular feedback that is meaningful and straightforward.

Formal written performance assessments conducted on an annual basis allow administrators the opportunity to meet with staff to acknowledge their strengths and create professional development plans to address any areas that need improvement.

There are a variety of techniques for conducting staff performance assessments. Program administrators can utilize a combination of the following techniques:

• Informal classroom observations can be conducted throughout the year to give administrators a better sense of the staff member's areas of strength, improvements made, and areas that would benefit from professional development
• Staff members can participate in a self-assessment which will help to engage them in the evaluation process and creation of professional development goals
• Formal written performance assessments with written plans for professional development will help both the staff member and the administrator to focus on creating an environment that best meets the needs of young children