S 6 EP 15: Rethinking How We Evaluate Educators feat. Craig Randall
School After HoursSeptember 08, 202600:34:09

S 6 EP 15: Rethinking How We Evaluate Educators feat. Craig Randall

What if observations didn't have to be a nightmare? In this episode, I sit down with educator Craig Randall to explore Trust-Based Observations. This strengths-focused observation model replaces anxiety with psychological safety. Craig walks us through the full process: reflective conversations in the educator's space, the two questions every observer should ask, and the small "trust marbles" that build a culture where trying something new is celebrated, not feared.

Whether you're a school leader, a youth program coordinator, or anyone who's ever dreaded giving or receiving observation feedback, this conversation will change how you think about what observation can be: not a gotcha, but a foundation for real, lasting growth.

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Key Topics Covered

-Why traditional observations fail teachers (and observers)
-The 20-minute unannounced model and why "unannounced" becomes a good thing
-Brené Brown's trust-vulnerability-risk framework applied to classroom practice
-The nine core areas of pedagogy (and why less is more)
-How to offer feedback that educators actually want to engage with
-Building a culture where trying something new isn't risky — it's celebrated

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