This specialized consulting involves providing building-level administrators with direct supervision and evaluation feedback when evaluating their special education teachers through a job-embedded process.
Consulting includes:
- Half-day on-site visits to allow consultant and administrator to conduct special education teacher observations collaboratively. (Occurrences based on number of special education teachers employed and frequency of observations).
- Administrators receive immediate feedback to support their evaluation process.
- Bi-weekly or monthly follow-up calls, virtual or by phone (60 min)
- Administrators receive guidance involving special education teacher supervision.
- Unlimited Q&A texts and emails
- Free access to NASET’s (National Association of Special Education Teachers) membership site
Applying Dr. Veale’s Transforming Special Education Leadership Framework to the supervision and evaluation of building-level school administrators observing special education classrooms involves creating a supportive and developmental process that enhances leadership capabilities and promotes positive outcomes for students with disabilities.
Components of the Supervision and Evaluation Structure:
Establishing a Shared Vision (Inspirational Motivation)
- Objective: Align the supervision and evaluation process with the overarching vision for special education within the school.
- Activities:
- Collaboratively define the goals and expectations of special education leadership.
- Communicate the importance of effective observation and feedback in achieving these goals.
- Discuss the administrator's role in supporting special education teachers and students.
Intellectual Stimulation
- Objective: Encourage critical thinking and reflection during classroom observations.
- Activities:
- Provide job-embedded training on effective observation techniques specific to special education settings.
- Discuss current research and best practices in special education instruction.
- Encourage administrators to explore innovative approaches to supporting special education classrooms.
Individualized Consideration
- Objective: Tailor coaching feedback to the unique needs and strengths of each building-level administrator.
- Activities:
- Conduct pre-observation meetings to discuss the administrator's goals and concerns.
- Personalize feedback based on observed strengths and areas for growth.
- Offer resources and support specific to the administrator's professional development needs.
Embedded Processes
Coaching Feedback
- Objective: Provide ongoing support and development through job-embedded coaching.
- Activities:
- Schedule regular observation cycles focused on special education classrooms.
- Use a structured observation rubric aligned with special education best practices.
- Conduct post-observation conferences with administrators to discuss observations, provide feedback, and set goals for improvement prior to their debrief with the EC teacher.
Implementation and Monitoring
- Objective: Ensure consistency and effectiveness in implementing feedback and improvements.
- Activities:
- Monitor progress towards goals set during coaching sessions.
- Offer follow-up support and resources as needed.
- Encourage reflection on changes made and their impact on special education outcomes.
Evaluation and Growth
- Objective: Evaluate the impact of coaching feedback on leadership practices and student outcomes.
- Activities:
- Conduct periodic reviews of progress and effectiveness of coaching feedback.
- Collect feedback from special education teachers, administrators, and stakeholders.
- Adjust coaching strategies based on feedback and outcomes to continuously improve the process.
Unlimited Question and Answer Texts and Emails
Follow-up written feedback of ½ day visit
Implementation Strategy:
- Phased Approach: Roll out the coaching strategy in phases, starting with foundational concepts and gradually progressing to more advanced leadership practices.
Benefits of the Structure:
- Enhanced Leadership Skills: Develops administrators' ability to lead and support special education initiatives effectively.
- Improved Special Education Practices: Encourages the understanding and adoption of evidence-based practices through targeted feedback and support.
- Increased Collaboration: Fosters collaboration between administrators and special education teachers, enhancing overall school culture and student support.