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Proficient Evaluator Learning Path
Bundle • 3 learning productsProficient Evaluator Learning Path provides an opportunity for school leaders to dive more deeply into the introductory information in the "novice" learning path.
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Advanced Evaluator Learning Path
Bundle • 3 learning productsAdvanced Evaluator Learning Path provides school leaders seeking to update and enhance evaluator skills with research-based practices and resources to take a more in-depth look at the importance of evaluator processes based on individual growth.
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Novice Evaluator Learning Path
Bundle • 6 learning productsEducator evaluation processes changed drastically since Race to the Top legislation. Antiquated evaluation systems are now replaced with professional growth models. The novice evaluator learning plan introduces evaluators to what this means!
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Leader Resource Library
Course • 10 lessons4.0 average rating (1 review)The Leader Resource Library is available for leaders to review, access, revise, and implement any number of professional growth model resources. One-stop "shopping" rather than searching back through training modules.
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Professional Growth Plans & Plans of Improvement!
Course • 19 lessonsThis mini course has been created to provide introductory information regarding the creation and implementation of a teacher professional growth plan and a plan of improvement. What is the difference between the two? Find out.
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Montana Evaluator Certification Community
Community • 66 membersMontana school leaders achieve a certification as a teacher evaluator or a principal evaluator. This "optional" certification will build any resume informing districts of the leader professional development completed to achieve this recognition.
Leader Learning Paths
Proficient learning path provides school leaders with an indepth understanding of basic content implementation. Advanced learning path provides school leaders with additional tools and resources to successfully implement a professional growth model, such as digital downloads, handbooks, and guides.
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Supplemental Evaluator Resources, Evaluator Certification Requirement #3: Calibration Performance Assessment
Leader Calibration for Education Improvement
CourseEnhance rater reliability and validity in evaluating educator growth through effective calibration processes for school leaders by training in district facilitators and trainers. Is a "train the trainer" model viable for your district? Check it out
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Montana Evaluator Certification Community
CommunityMontana school leaders achieve a certification as a teacher evaluator or a principal evaluator. This "optional" certification will build any resume informing districts of the leader professional development completed to achieve this recognition.
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Calling school leaders, veteran or new to the position, to prioritize this professional development to objectively ensure high-quality instruction is the norm in your school. By creating a professional culture of learning, students benefit from enhanced classroom teacher instruction. JIGSAW School is a WIN-WIN---for evaluators and students!
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What is JIGSAW School?
JIGSAW School was initiated in 2019 by Dr. Jo Swain, retired administrator from Billings, Montana. My professional career included serving as an elementary principal and as a higher education professor. These two positions provided me the drive and motivation to assist school leaders in all aspects of educator evaluation. Antiquated educator evaluation systems are fading away for the better replaced by an instructional growth model designed to assist educators in identified areas of growth. This philosophical shift requires evaluators today to commit to significantly different procedures and processes. Thus, the mission of JIGSAW Consulting is to enhance school leaders' confidence and competence in all aspects of teacher evaluation.
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How much does leader training cost?
Creating a JIGSAW School account is free. Access to the statewide community links, "Montana School Evaluators" and "Instructional School Leaders in Montana and Beyond" is activated upon registration. Access to the collaborate communities is free. JIGSAW School provides leaders with three specific levels of courses, novice, proficient and advanced. The course is designed as a "learning path" providing specific course topics for level of understanding. The novice level is introductory level information followed by the other two levels to enhance the learning further. Each learning path is $225, however, if all three are purchased there is a significant reduction in cost. New to JIGSAW School is a voluntary professional development option for Montana School leaders to acquire a Montana Evaluator Certification. In order to acquire the certificate, school leaders must complete three components, successfully meeting the established requirements. Find out more by clicking on the Montana Evaluator Certification link in the JIGSAW header.
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Does the state of Montana require periodic evaluator certification?
No, the Montana Office of Public Instruction doesn't require an annual or periodic calibration certification for school administrators or evaluators. Only four states in the country require such a certification. Most states offer a "voluntary" process to enhance overall instructional leadership skills and abilities.
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Does JIGSAW School provide an evaluator recertification process?
Yes, JIGSAW School offers re-certification opportunities for all Montana school leaders. Check the JIGSAW School website to find out more.