PPES provides professional development activities for classroom teachers in a variety of services.
CLASSROOM OBSERVATIONS AND COACHING
Description: Provide classroom observations, coaching, modeling, and demonstrations to help teachers improve their instructional practices.
Objectives:
End Results: Improved teaching skills and increased student achievement.
MEETING WITH DEPARTMENTS/GRADE LEVELS FOR LESSON PLANNING
Description: Collaborate with teachers in department or grade-level meetings to facilitate lesson planning and curriculum alignment.
Objectives:
Foster collaboration among teachers.
Ensure alignment with curriculum standards.
Improve lesson planning and instructional coherence.
End Results: Consistency in curriculum delivery and increased collaboration among teachers.
NEEDS ANALYSIS/ASSESSMENT
Description: Conduct a school-wide needs analysis to identify areas where professional development is required.
Objectives:
Identify specific areas of improvement.
Tailor professional development activities to address identified needs.
Inform decision-making for school improvement.
End Results: Targeted professional development activities that address the school's unique needs.
ADEQUATE YEARLY PROGRESS (AYP) SUPPORT
Description: Collaborate with students, parents, teachers, community members, and administrators to work towards meeting AYP goals.
Objectives:
Develop strategies for AYP achievement.
Monitor progress towards AYP goals.
Facilitate communication and coordination among stakeholders.
End Results: Improved AYP outcomes and a collaborative school community.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT WORK PLAN (CIWP) / SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (SIP) MONITORING
Description: Observe classrooms and school-wide activities to assess the progress of CIWP/School Improvement Plan implementation.
Objectives:
Evaluate the effectiveness of CIWP/SIP strategies.
Provide feedback and recommendations.
Support the school in achieving its improvement goals.
End Results: Evidence-based recommendations for continuous improvement.
COORDINATION AND SUPPORT FOR LEADERSHIP TEAMS
Description: Coordinate relevant activities to assist leadership teams and teachers in achieving their goals.
Objectives:
Align leadership and teacher efforts.
Provide resources and support.
Foster a shared commitment to school improvement.
End Results: Improved leadership and teacher collaboration towards common goals.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION
Description: Facilitate professional development sessions for both parents and staff on various relevant topics.
Objectives:
Enhance professional skills and knowledge.
Engage parents in the educational process.
Promote continuous learning and growth.
End Results: Increased expertise among staff and greater parental involvement.
PROBLEM-SOLVING FOR CIWP/SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
Description: Assist in solving problems related to the CIWP/School Improvement Plan implementation and provide guidance on overcoming challenges.
Objectives:
End Results: Smooth CIWP/SIP implementation and progress toward school improvement goals.
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND APPEARANCE
Description: Provide guidance and suggestions to teachers on classroom management and the overall appearance of the learning environment.
Objectives:
End Results: Improved classroom atmosphere and student behavior.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Description: Aid teachers in developing and evaluating their instructional programs to meet educational goals.
Objectives:
COLLABORATION WITH ADMINISTRATORS AND SPECIALIZED PERSONNEL
Collaboration with Administrators and Specialized Personnel
Description: Work with administrators, classroom teachers, and specialized personnel to direct, design, and continually evaluate the overall instructional program.
Objectives:
End Results: An aligned and effective instructional program that supports student success.
INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS AND COMMUNICATION
Description: Establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with classroom teachers and provide effective communication.
Objectives:
End Results: Improved teacher morale and a more collaborative school environment.
SEMINARS AND DEMONSTRATION LESSONS (MODELING)
Description: Develop and conduct seminars and demonstration lessons to model effective teaching practices.
Objectives:
End Results: Enhanced teaching techniques and greater teacher confidence.
CLASSROOM OBSERVATIONS, FEEDBACK, AND CONFERENCES
Description: Provide classroom observations, detailed written feedback, and opportunities for formal and informal instructional conferences.
Objectives:
End Results: Improved teaching practices and student outcomes.
BEHAVIOR CHANGE SUPPORT
Description: Initiate and maintain non-threatening communication to successfully change behaviors when providing specialized help.
Objectives:
End Results: Positive behavior changes and professional growth among teachers.
READING INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Description: Provide strategies and answers to questions related to reading instruction across content areas.
Objectives:
End Results: Enhanced reading instruction and improved student literacy.
OBJECTIVITY
Description: Maintain objectivity and impartiality when working with teachers to ensure fairness and equity.
Objectives:
End Results: Fair and equitable support and evaluation processes.
TEXTBOOK AND RESOURCE MATERIAL SELECTION
Description: Assist in the evaluation and selection of textbooks and other resource materials that align with curriculum goals.
Objectives:
End Results: Improved access to quality instructional materials.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR SCHOOL GOALS
Description: Perform any necessary duties to facilitate the achievement of the school's goals, adapting as needed.
Objectives:
SCHOOL-WIDE COORDINATOR
(SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS)
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