I am in a unique position with my evaluation because the superintendent in our district who began this process with my retired and our new current superintendent has since been a part of the completion of the coursework activities. I think this unique situation has actually benefited me tremendously. From my perspective I have had the opportunity to learn and observe the leadership style of two separate superintendents. This has just broadened my professional library, and I am thankful for it.
Our current superintendent performed my evaluation. We discussed my strengths and weaknesses, and like most of my peers, I felt weak in areas of finance. I also fell in areas of vision and strategy, my superintendent reassured me that this comes with experience. But the most impacting part of the evaluation had little to do with exceeds, proficient, or minimally proficient; rather it had to do with building relationships. We talked about how all of the competencies can be simplified to one foundation component...relationships! He told me, that if I focused on treating people by putting into them what I want out of them, the planning and decision making will all come in time. I really could not agree more with that. If as a leader we want teachers and staff to act professionally, start treating them like professionals. If we want staff to engage in a vision, talk with them about vision. Include them in the process and create an environment where their ideas are valued. I sounds so simple, and has been emphasized many times in our coursework, but it all came together during this evaluation and I understand it now!!!
What an awesome journey!
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