Pennsylvania’s #1 Choice for Teacher Evaluation Management
New Version of PAETEP Coming Summer 2024! It’s Better Than Ever!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new and improved version of our teacher evaluation software – PAETEP! The new version of PAETEP provides users with a more robust user experience, incorporating a dynamic interface, enhanced security protocols, and streamlined navigation, all embedded within a contemporary digital platform.
Electronic Teacher Evaluation Portal (ETEP)
PAETEP is a comprehensive suite of teacher evaluation tools fully aligned with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Act 13. Our application is comprised of multiple modules that facilitate the following evaluation tasks:
PAETEP Base Product Features
Walkthroughs
- Complete an unlimited number of informal observations
- Quickly and easily document evidence
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Comprehensive Formal Observations
- Complete unlimited number of announced and unannounced formal observations
- Process includes Pre-Observation Questionnaire, Pre-Observation Conference, Classroom Observation Evidence Scripting, Post-Observation Questionnaire/Self-Assessment Rubric, Observation Summary, Post Observation Conference, and Authentication
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Anecdotal Notes
- Document evidence that is observed outside of walkthroughs and formal observations
- Allow teachers to build and share a portfolio of artifacts
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SPM/IEP/SLO
- Process includes Action Plan, Mid-Year Update, Year-End Update, Conference (if needed), and Final Scoring
- Option for administrators to prefill SPM and IEP templates with desired content/objectives
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Performance Goals
- Used by Building Principals and Directors of Special Education
- Process includes Action Plan, Mid-Year Update, Year-End Update, Conference (if needed), and Final Scoring
- Option for administrators to prefill PG templates with desired content/objectives
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NTPE Observations
- Facilitates evidence collection for all NTPEs
- Process includes Action Plan with Goal Setting and selection of Component Focus Areas, Mid-Year Updates, Year-End Update, and Self-Assessment Rubric
- Use with Counselors, Nurses, School Psychologists, Social Workers, Home School Visitors, Speech Therapists, Instructional Technology Specialists, Building Principals, Supervisors of Special Education, Supervisors of Curriculum and Instruction, Supervisors of Pupil Services, CTC Directors, etc.
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Act 13 Rating Form(s)
- Complete 13-1, 13-2, 13-3 and 13-4 rating forms
- Complete both Annual and Semi-Annual rating forms
- Electronic signatures included
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Dynamic Reports
- Observation Summary Report
- Component Ratings Report
- Growth and Strength Report
- Educator Effectiveness Annual Report
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Attachment Management
- Allows teachers and supervisors to upload and share artifacts
- Upload and share PDFs, MS Word documents, spreadsheets, pictures, etc.
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PAETEP Add-on Modules
Differentiated Supervision
- Facilitates differentiated process for tenured teachers who are not being formally observed
- Process includes Action Plan, Approval, Mid-Year-Update, Year-End Update and Self-Assessment Rubric
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Custom Forms
- Build unlimited custom forms
- Build supervisor look for, focused walkthrough, evaluation forms, etc.
- Build self-reflection and survey forms for end users to complete
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Custom Forms with Support Staff
- Add all your support staff to PAETEP and evaluate everyone in one place
- Use Custom Forms to build custom evaluation forms for support staff
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PAETEP Modules – Evidence Collection by Educator Type
Do You Have the Tools You Need to Be Act 13-Compliant?
Pennsylvania Act 13 requires evidence to be gathered in a number of ways in support of the final effectiveness ratings on the new 13-1, 13-2 and 13-3 forms. As the only teacher evaluation tool that has the requirements built right into the software, PAETEP provides the specific tools and modules needed to collect the necessary evidence with ease! Check out all of the ways you can use PAETEP to address the Act 13 requirements!
Act 13 Changes for the 2021-22 School Year
Pennsylvania Act 13 of 2020 has made modifications to the Educator Effectiveness process which will go into effect for the 2021-22 school year. Edulink is working to align PAETEP with the new requirements with no additional cost to our clients. It has always been our philosophy to keep PAETEP fully compliant with PDE requirements.
ESSER Funding Options for PA Educators
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act includes an additional $53.4 billion for the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER II Fund). PA-ETEP and Comply may have applications related to providing school leaders with resources to continue to address the needs of their schools. Edulink is offering a 5% discount on three-year contracts as an option for districts looking for ways to allocate the new funding.
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Our success is, in great part, a result of our philosophy to include school leaders in the process of building end-to-end solutions for educators.
Stay on Top of Teacher Evaluation State Mandates, Finish Observations Faster, and Collaborate More.
Edulink’s PAETEP electronic teacher evaluation portal contributes to your district’s success.
Tracks Communication
For full detailed records and accountability
Paperless
For easy access and organization
Saves Time
So you can focus on meaningful discussions
Instant Visibility
Into the status of all staff for ease of management
Free Comprehensive Support
For a complex and changing process
Aligned
To ensure compliance with state mandates (PDE Act 13)
Manage the evaluation process for all of your educators and support staff
Teachers
Teachers can engage in Informal Observations (Walkthroughs) and Comprehensive Observations with their supervisors, including pre-conference, formal classroom observation, self-assessment, and post-conference. Throughout the process, teachers can interact with their supervisors, adding comments, submitting evidence, and sending notifications. Teachers can also complete Student Performance Measures and, if needed, IEP Goals Progress templates. Moreover, teachers can use Anecdotal Notes to build a portfolio of evidence. When completed by supervisors, teachers can review and electronically sign 13-1 forms.
Principals & Supervisors
Supervisors can manage the entire evaluation process from start to finish. Various PAETEP modules can be used to collect evidence and engage in dynamic conversations with teachers. An array of options are available, including, Walkthroughs, Formal Observations, Differentiated Supervision, NTPE Observations, SPMs/IEPs/SLOs, Anecdotal Notes, Custom Forms and 13 Rating Forms. Supervisors can also engage with their Superintendents through the ‘My Supervision’ tab. Principals can set goals, pick focus areas, and share information and artifacts with their supervisor through NTPE Observations, Performance Goals, and Anecdotal Notes.
Non-Teaching Professional Employees
Nonteaching Professional Educators (NTPEs) can interact with supervisors through the NTPE Observation or Formal Observation process, as well as Walkthoughs, Anecdotal Notes, and Custom Forms. Like teachers, NTPEs can submit evidence, view notifications, and review their performance records at any time. In addition, NTPE Supervisors can evaluate and be evaluated with the same tools available to principals.
Support Staff
Using the Custom Forms Module to build custom forms, support staff can be evaluated annually. If desired, support staff can complete self-assessments and review/sign evaluations online. Custom forms can be designed for all support staff personnel, including paraprofessionals, administrative assistants, clerical staff, personal care aides, food service employees, maintenance staff, custodial staff, technology technicians, etc. Numerous templates are available to make the process even easier.
Onboarding & Training
Training is provided for administrators and principals through live webinars. Training typically lasts about 90 minutes. During training, supervisors learn how to navigate the software and review the various workflows. Supervisors are shown all the resources that are available to train their teachers and are given access to the PAETEP help desk. Following training, supervisors and teachers can submit support tickets, when needed.
Integrated Reporting
Various reports are available via the PAETEP base product. For example, administrators can review a summary of items in progress (Observation Summary Report), review component ratings across the district (Component Summary Report), review identified areas of growth and strength (Strength and Growth Report), and view data required for the annual Educator Effectiveness Annual Report (EEAR).
PAETEP Users Benefit from Refresher Webinars, Industry Updates, Newsletters and Product Enhancements.
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Our customers are raving about PA’s number one teacher evaluation tool!
“I believe that PAETEP is an excellent tool for administrators. I have used this program for many years and find it easy to use and it provides an excellent framework for sharing data with multiple users.”
Stan Whiteman III
Duquesne City School District
“This is a wonderful product. I estimate that PAETEP saves me approximately 1.5 hours per observation.”
Charles Hall
Tri-Valley School District
“Of all the educational products and software we have dealt with over the years, this one may be the most effective at addressing a huge need and is done in a very professional and simple manner.”
Joe McCormick
Shenango School District
Open the door to clear communication, ongoing professional conversations, and organizational consistency across your district.
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The entire Edulink staff is proud and honored to be acknowledged for the effectiveness of our products, as well as our ongoing commitment to helping educators throughout the Commonwealth efficiently comply with State-mandated regulations.
“The observation process utilizing PAETEP is an effective tool not only for evaluation purposes but to help teachers grow in their profession. I love it!”
Christine Reiber
Greencastle-Antrim School District
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