Performance Management

The purpose of performance management is to develop and utilise staff skills, knowledge, training and talents in ways that maximise learning outcomes for students. It advances the skills and pedagogy of staff for their own benefit, as well as for the school and students. With effective performance management, the board of trustees can have confidence that all staff are meeting the educational needs of our students and the goals of our school.

Performance management ensures that all staff:

· receive clear direction on their expected performance

· set priorities for improvement and achievement consistent with direction set by the board of trustees and principal

· receive assistance and support to achieve their expected performance

· receive feedback on their performance and recognition for their achievements

· are assured of the confidentiality and privacy of the appraisal process.

The school’s performance management system is an annual Professional Growth Cycle. If serious concerns are identified, this annual cycle may be replaced with more targeted support and guidance, or a competency process.

Competence concerns should be dealt with first within the school. The processes are governed by employment law and the relevant provisions in the teacher's employment contract. See the New Zealand Teachers Council (Competence) Rules 2007.

Reviewed May 2021