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What is JIGSAW School?
JIGSAW School was initiated in 2019 by Dr. Jo Swain, retired administrator from Billings, Montana. The mission of JIGSAW Consulting is to enhance school leaders confidence and competence in all aspects of teacher evaluation.
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How much does leader training cost?
Leaders must register for the training by creating an account. The cost for each training module is $45. "Instructional School Leaders in Montana and Beyond," an online collaboration platform, is free of charge! Join by simply creating a JIGSAW Account. The Leader Resource Library is $85 combined with one training module, or $75 with no training module(s). Digital downloads range from $75 to $189.
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Are OPI Renewal units available for this course?
Yes, as an OPI renewal unit provider, JIGSAW School offers renewal credit. Following completion of the course, a renewal form will be sent to the participant. 1 hour = 1 renewal credit.
Products
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Fall Back-to-School Faculty Meeting Agenda Item
Digital download •Leaders looking for a brief "introduction" to current thinking related to educator evaluation in Montana. The brief video provides an overview of key changes. Resources are designed for staff activities. Hard copies can be requested.
Free
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Monitoring Educator Professional Growth Goals
Coaching •Individual leader coaching to focus on shifts in professional educator goal setting. Additionally, focus will be on how to effectively monitor goal progress.
$35
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An Introduction for Educators New to a Professional Growth Model
(Designed for Educators) Introduction to an Instructional Framework
Course • 11 lessonsThe training is focused on introductory-level information about the Danielson Framework for Teaching along with how this framework aligns with the additional instructional model tools identified by the Montana Office of Public Instruction.
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An Introduction for Educators New to a Professional Growth Model
Choosing and Implementing an Instructional Framework Guide for School and District Teams
Course • 12 lessonsThe information in this guide is designed to support school or district "Research and Innovation" teams throughout the process of selecting and implementing an instructional framework. The goal with this shift is to increase high-quality feedback.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a school leader seeking updated educator evaluation training? Explore five JIGSAW training modules all designed to assist school leaders in better understanding the instructional leader's defined role.