An Administrator's Guide to California Private School Law
Chapter 5 – Employee Evaluations
Be honest and accurate - NO SUGARCOATING Be specific and descriptive Include employee’s comments or self-evaluation State the possible consequences for continued performance deficiencies Identify any follow-up or training & assistance Require upper level or business office/human resources review Rate attendance EXCLUDING “protected” absences/leaves
Rules to follow on annual performance evaluations: Be timely
Follow employment contract, employee handbook & other personnel rules Be consistent and fair in rating different employees for similar performance
SEVEN: Hold Evaluation Meeting Schedule the evaluation meeting in advance, picking an appropriate time and location Plan what you want to cover in the evaluation meeting If self-evaluation is used: Give the employee self-evaluation form before the meeting
Ask the employee to complete the self-evaluation before the meeting Ask the employee to provide you with the self-evaluation prior to the meeting
Ask the employee to prepare goals for the upcoming year EIGHT: Evaluation Meeting Respect personal and cultural differences Be a good listener, giving the respect you in turn want from the employee Respond to the employee’s input Be prepared to: Deal with defensive behavior Respond calmly Identify alternatives to poor behavior Redirect conversation to focus on evaluation Stay constructive Focus on job performance
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