‘THREE RIVERS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION MARK AULT FROM: August 2021 THRU: July 2022 Assign the appropriate numeric rating to the corresponding characteris scale below: Very z ene : Unsatisfactory | Unsatisfactory | Satisfactory | «uf Otory | Superior 7 2 3 4 5 Professional Characteristics: ic, category, or goal. Use the Leadership: Creates a feeling of unity and enthusiasm in district decisions and ideas are respected— encourage people to want to do their best. Honesty: Can be relied upon to be straightforward and honest even under difficult | 5 circumstances. “Trust: Fair dealings with people create feelings of trust and belief. 5 ‘Responsible: Follows through on all commitments, accepts responsibility for successes | 5 and failures-doesn’t blame others. Steadiness: Quick thinking and reliable under stress or in an emergency. 5 Respect: Demonstrates consideration for and sincerity toward all district patrons, | 5 is respected and regarded asa role model. Confidence: Has confidence in his/her abilities, but is open to the thoughts and ideas of | 5 others. Gains confidence of public, staff, and students. Flexibility: Adjusts to new situations and responds effectively to sudden changes in| 4.7 conditions. ‘Cooperation: Is able to work well with people who represent opposing views—is tolerant. | 4.7 Can mediate disputes. inovation: Finds creative ways to resolve difficult problems and is aware of new| 4.7 developments in the field of education.Superintendent Evaluation: Mark Ault, 2024-2022 Decisive: Assumes responsibility for taking a stand when necessary—uses a decision-| 4.7 ‘making process that is thorough and open to input. Responsive: Thinks quickly, but avoids over reaction, responds to peoples’ concerns even 5 when the answer is “no.” Judgment: Uses common sense and good judgment in the course of routine and more 5 serious matters. Can be relied upon for wise and thoughtful advice. Insightful: Is alert and sensitive to issues and concerns before they become major 5 problems. Sees the “big picture” while understanding the details. Anticipates outcome of decisions. Openness: Willing to accept criticism and new ideas without defensiveness. 5 Knowledge: Understands school district management as well as able educational | 5 programs. Enthusiastic: Shows interest and enthusiasm in work and in people—demonstrates | 5 itiative and persistence in spite of setbacks. ‘Comments: Mark, you have provided a true servant leadership example for all of the leaders in our District. You calm and effective leadership has helped us all focus on the core mission of educating our kids. The COVID pandemic resulted in a tough transition to your new role for the district. You took the challenge and collaborated to create a back-to-school plan that kept academics and instruction as the top priority. You have exceeded the expectations of the Board and the accomplishments you achieved would have been notable in a “normal” year. The Pandemic brought many challenges that required much decision making, While you handled each one with calmness and honesty, keep being transparent in your decisions. Transparency is a key element to continue building trust and to create a culture we all want Three Rivers to embody. ‘Two words that describe you are integrity and transparency. You have changed the environment of the entire District for the better. II. Essential Job Functions: ‘Communications/Community Relations * demonstrates excellent writing skills + has facilitated group activities + has conflict resolution experience and/or training + has excellent speaking skills with large and small groups—articulate + has demonstrated experience with parents and staff “one on one”—excellent listenerSuperintendent Evaluation: Mark Ault, 2021-2022 + has positively influenced and involved community groups experience in bringing diverse/special interest groups together ip Skills = = 5 * uses effective process for achieving cooperation and consensus where these has been disagreement + uses effective ways to regain authority or control where management has lost influence + has experience motivating staff and students, bolstering morale and generating enthusiasm + has experience rebuilding and/or maintaining good will and confidence in the administration + has used innovative ways to solve problems without new resources—very creative ‘© has experience reorganizing staff, revising procedures, and implementing policy changes Decision Making Skills, a7 + has involved staff and community in decision making—experienced in participatory decision making + has established an effective management team, able to coordinate decision making with other administrators + recognizes situations that call for independent judgment and quick thinking + can describe decisions in which the board should participate + knows from experience how authority and responsibility can be effectively delegated ‘+ can integrate research data into the decision making and policy development process e Board/Superintendent Relations 5 ‘+ experience in working directly with and for a board + knows the difference between policy and administration in specific areas + hasa variety of ways to keep the board informed + can outline a program for board development. + has effective ways to cut back on length of board meetings and board involvement on routine matters + can outline a program of board goal setting and long-range planning + demonstrates willingness to assume the lead in decision making while keeping the board informed + provides options and recommendations, but accepts board directives ‘+ can motivate the board to maintain its leadership role as body responsible for education in the community Z Ns, Support Services And Faci 43 + knows the steps involved in planning and/or dealing with school construction ‘+ has managed an effective program for supervision of buildings and grounds maintenance + knows how to plan for energy conservation, asbestos removal and other facility programs + knows how to organize and operate an effective and efficient transportation program -Superintendent Evaluation: Mark Ault, 2021-2022 + knows the components of efficient food service programs + has managed the operation of a school plant + knows procedures for assessing and improving district operations in all support service areas + can identify ways to establish cooperative programs for some support services Personnel Management a3 ‘+ has demonstrated skills in supervising employees at all levels + has used a process for recruiting and selecting effective staff ‘+ has developed a program for staff evaluation and corrective action ‘+ has experience handling grievances and administering a bargaining agreement ‘+ can coordinate contract negotiations for the district ‘+ knows the components of effective personnel policies, procedures, and practices + _has experience developing and coordinating staff in-service programs - Budget and Finance 4 * can explain Ohio's school funding process, levy laws, and other laws and regulations related to budgeting + can explain how to develop and implement budgeting and accounting control procedures + can describe ways to restore financial stability to a district with financial problems + can review a budget printout and note irregularities and areas of potential future concern + can describe how to supervise purchasing, payroll, and other fiscal matters + can forecast revenue shortfalls and enrollment changes + knows where to go for advice and assistance on various aspects of schoo! funding |__+ can explain how to successfully campaign for levy or bond issues Educational Programs a7 + can describe a process for identifying district curriculum needs + knows how to develop a plan to revamp and update instructional programs over time + can outline an effective curriculum adoption process + has experience resolving community issues related to curriculum + canoutline a process for providing curriculum guidance and leadership to building administrators + can describe effective student testing programs and explain ways to evaluate and remedy low-test scores + can explain sequencing and pacing of instruction, brain development theories and variance in learning styles ee [ Political Awareness a7 + experienced in working with legislative bodies, special interest groups, and political organizations + can describe arguments for and against issues such as; © school choice © mainstreaming © proficiency tests © charter schoolsSuperintendent Evaluation: Mark Ault, 2021-2022 Goals 2000 outcome based education parental rights unfunded mandates other issues? eo 0000 ‘Comments: Mark, you have navigated the school through though times. You have pieced together a staff to keep operations moving forward whether that be in the cafeteria or in the classroom. You have trimmed the budget by streamlining operations where they won't pact student instruction and have improved employee morale at the same IT's difficult to overstate how thankful the Board is for you and everything you do for ‘our district. We have come a LONG way since you started as superintendent and find ‘ourselves in a very favorable position to move forward and address future challenges and opportunities with your leadership. ‘Your communication to the Board through weekly update emails have been detailed and provided the Board with vital information to help us represent the community's interests. Continuing these would be a benefit to current and future Board members. You have excellent communication skills and community visibility which has created a trusting positive relationship in the community. You worked with the Board to set forth a solid vision for this District and are diligently working to bring it to fruition. III. Goals & Objectives from the Past Performance Period: IV. Future Goals & Objectives for the Coming Performance Period: ‘GOAL 1: Work toward improving the academic performance of our students, with special focus on the middle school. : GOAL 2: Address the financial situation with internal and external stakeholders through an established process and system. - This is an ongoing goal. GOAL 3: Identify talent to for a succession plan. What positions are needed for district success. V. Employee Comments:Date: Board President: lark Ault, 2021-2022 Superintendent Evaluation: ela )o2 _ 9 [2022 x , i ) ‘Superintendent: (Signature of employ disapproval) «does not indicate approval or