Frequently Asked Questions

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Evaluation supports all roles — teachers, counselors, paraprofessionals, office staff, and administrators — allowing districts to manage certified and classified evaluations in one centralized platform.

Unlike rigid, one-size-fits-all tools, Evaluation is built for customization, transparency, and educator growth.

• Fully configurable rubrics, forms, and workflows
• Role-based dashboards and reminders
• Built-in PD logging and analytics
• Unified tracking for certified and classified staff

Districts report saving hours per evaluation while improving compliance and teacher satisfaction.

Yes. District leaders can customize access down to the user, building, or evaluator level, ensuring each role has only the data and tools needed for their responsibilities.

Evaluation offers role-based permissions to ensure data security and workflow control. Roles include:

• District Administrators: Full reporting and oversight
• Head/Assistant Administrators: Manage campus-level evaluations
• Evaluators and Supervisors: Conduct observations and assessments
• Staff (Certified & Classified): Complete self-assessments and view feedback
• SuperTechs and SuperUsers: Handle technical setup and account management
• Peer Mentor/Instructional Coach: View goals and self-reflections only

Evaluation’s analytics identify performance trends and PD correlations, helping district leaders plan interventions, support struggling teachers, and retain high performers through actionable insights.

Yes. Evaluation includes tools to compare evaluator scoring and scripting across domains and indicators to ensure calibration and fairness. This supports consistent, reliable evaluations across campuses.

Evaluation’s analytics track performance by task, district, location, and date. Districts can use this data to identify trends, plan targeted PD sessions, and measure impact over time.

Yes. Teachers can complete self-assessments within the system, attach artifacts, and document goals tied to rubric domains. This promotes reflection and aligns evaluations with individualized growth.

Yes. Staff members can log self-directed professional development activities directly in Evaluation, based on district permissions. Educators can document conferences, courses, certifications, coaching activities, or other approved learning experiences and connect them to goals or rubric domains when applicable.

Yes. From any observation record, evaluators can select Create PD Task, connect it to a rubric domain or indicator, and assign activities to staff with due dates and attachments.

Evaluators can assign Professional Development (PD) tasks directly from the observation module, checklist, or from the staff profile page, linking feedback to targeted learning. They can:

• Choose from a PD library by domain, indicator, or keyword
• Set goals, due dates, and hour/point tracking
• Attach resources and monitor completion

This turns observations into actionable professional growth plans.

Yes. Evaluation supports multi-campus, district, or regional service models, allowing oversight across locations. Administrators can compare performance trends and maintain consistent processes district-wide.

Yes. Evaluation meets FERPA and state data privacy requirements. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest, with strict access permissions and regular security audits. Only authorized district personnel can access evaluation data.

Evaluation automates every stage of the evaluation process:

• Configurable forms and digital workflows
• Calendar-based reminders and prompts for upcoming deadlines
• End-of-year rollover automation

This reduces administrative workload and ensures district-wide consistency.

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Yes. Evaluation allows for automatic updates and reduced manual entry. Integration specialists ensure clean, nightly syncs for accurate reporting and user management.

Evaluation employs role-based access controls to protect staff information.

• Supervisors and Evaluators see only assigned staff.
• SuperUsers can manage system-wide data.
• SuperTechs handle technical maintenance without viewing personnel records.
• Peer Mentors see goals and self-reflections only.

This ensures FERPA compliance and data privacy at all levels.

Yes. Evaluation automates compliance with state and district mandates by tracking completion timelines, required forms, and documentation steps. The platform helps districts maintain consistent, transparent evaluation processes aligned with local or state frameworks.

Yes. Evaluation enables full rubric customization, including domains, standards, and performance indicators. Districts can:

• Create unique, custom rubrics or import pre-built rubrics, including licensed options like Danielson, 5D+, NIET, Thoughtful Classroom, and more
• Define unique proficiency levels and scoring systems
• Add scripting, comment boxes, and “Not Applicable” options
• Support both evaluator and self-assessment workflows
• Supports certified and non-certified staff workflows

No. Evaluation is a secure, web-based platform accessible through any modern browser. Users can complete observations, manage evaluations, and run reports anytime, anywhere.

Yes. Evaluation scales seamlessly from single-campus charters to multi-district, regional, or national organization service models, maintaining consistent accuracy and compliance across all users. Districts like Gratiot-Isabella Regional Education Service District and Charter Schools USA have successfully used Evaluation to streamline complex, multi-state structures.

Most districts complete full implementation within 6–8 weeks. Your assigned implementation specialist will guide configuration, data integration, and training to ensure your district is fully operational before the next evaluation cycle.

Evaluation by Education Advanced offers full-service support for every stage of implementation and daily use.

• Technical Support: Data integration specialists configure Evaluation to match your district’s local rubrics, forms, and timelines.
• Implementation Support: Former administrators and district leaders help streamline your processes and ensure compliance.
• Training: Flexible options include flipped-classroom training, hybrid onboarding, and on-demand eLearning courses.

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Absolutely - Evaluation can be used for any type of employee.

Districts should provide all evaluation-related materials — rubrics, forms, observation and walkthrough checklists, and any supporting artifacts. This ensures Evaluation is fully configured to match your district’s models, terminology, and state requirements.

Evaluation supports state-approved and district-created rubrics, including Danielson, 5D+, NIET, Thoughtful Classroom, McREL, and custom local models. The system adapts to your framework for compliance with state and local evaluation mandates.

Evaluation offers robust, real-time reports, including:

• Observation and walkthrough summaries
• Artifact and evidence uploads
• Interrater reliability
• Evaluation completion tracking
• Professional development logs

Administrators can use these analytics to support accountability, staff growth, and district planning.