The EvalScribe Teacher Evaluation Blog — AI, Frameworks, & Observation Tips
The Summative Surprise Audit: How to Check an Evaluation Before You Deliver It
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 07/10/2026A pre-delivery check for school leaders: five questions that test every rating in a summative against what the teacher was told, and when.
Teacher Evaluation Software: A Buyer’s Guide for School Leaders
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 23/09/2026How to choose teacher evaluation software for your school or district: the four kinds of tools, the criteria that actually matter (framework fit, data privacy, keeping the evaluator's judgment, time saved), and the questions to ask before you buy.
The Documentation That Holds Up: Building a Teacher-Evaluation Record That Survives a Challenge
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 25/08/2026What makes a teacher-evaluation record survive a grievance, non-renewal, or due-process hearing: factual documentation, a real improvement plan, notice and time to improve, plus templates and checklists.
How to Write a Teacher Evaluation: A Step-by-Step Guide (With Examples)
by: Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.Published on: 12/08/2026A step-by-step guide for principals and APs on writing a teacher evaluation from evidence: map notes to the rubric, let the rating follow, and write feedback teachers can act on. With before-and-after examples, a phrase bank, and a rewrite trainer.
