Stake Supervisor Responsibilities

Stake Supervisor responsibilities fall into three general categories: teacher support, teacher progress, and priesthood support.

As teachers strive to implement the principles and methods described in Teaching in the Saviour’s Way, they should constantly but patiently work to improve. Teachers must learn principles of effective teaching and master effective teaching skills line upon line through study, faith, practice, and experience. There are many ways to evaluate teaching effectiveness and to receive feedback and assistance as to how to improve. Some things that will help teachers improve are formal, structured methods such as observation and feedback from peers, supervisors, or students. There are also informal ways such as listening to students, watching other teachers, or sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues.

INSPIRE IMPROVEMENT

1 TEACHER SUPPORT

1.1 LEARN THE TEACHING STANDARD OF THE CHURCH

A Stake Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to help teachers understand and strive to reach the teaching standard of the church. The teaching standard is found in Teaching in the Saviour’s Way. They should also keep up to date on current teachings from prophets and apostles and those chosen to lead us. Become familiar with resources for teachers at S&I TEACH.

1.2 LESSON OBSERVATIONS

Regularly visit teachers, offering support and encouragement. The primary objective of lesson observations is to support the teacher and fill any needs he or she may have. The stake supervisor can be a powerful help and comfort throughout the challenges of institute teaching. Class visits can also provide an opportunity for observation and feedback. Feedback should always be encouraging and inspiring. Observations from classroom visits can also be valuable as they are discussed with the coordinator and priesthood leaders in determining what skills and support could be given attention in upcoming training and Teaching in the Savior’s Way Discussions. Please see section 2.2 for some principles of observation and feedback.

1.3 MAINTAIN CONTINUED CONTACT WITH TEACHERS

Stake supervisors support teachers by establishing a relationship of love, respect, and purpose. Establish clear and consistent methods of communication with priesthood leaders, the coordinator, teachers, and others. Stake Supervisors keep teachers informed of enrolment, deadlines, stake expectations, and training meetings.

1.4 RESOURCES

Stake supervisors know and understand policy and resources and help teachers access them.

2 TEACHER Progress

2.1 STAKE TEACHER IN-SERVICE

Together with the coordinator and high councillor, plan and carry out teacher inservices. Multi-stake gatherings occur only three times during the year. The bulk of supporting teachers comes from regular stake faculty councils and additional online training and personal discussions. Stake supervisors and high councillors should draw on the support of coordinators to plan and implement stake faculty councils. Supervisors also encourage teacher engagement with Teaching in the Saviour’s Way resources. Not only is it important to be knowledgeable about Teaching in the Saviour’s Way but also to follow up on teacher needs and point them to the right resources.

2.2 OBSERVATION AND FEEDBACK

One of the purposes of lesson observations is to observe teaching and provide helpful feedback. After visiting a class and as requested by the teacher, offer positive feedback and teaching suggestions from Teaching in the Savior’s Way. Before the visit ask the teacher what skills they and the students are working on. Their response will invite counsel and help the Stake Supervisor to focus on specifics. Be cautious to give feedback when the teacher is in a receptive state - the end of a stressful class may not be the best time to discuss improvements. A carefully considered e-mail can also be effective feedback. Be careful to uplift and enlighten (see Doctrine and Covenants 50). Constantly assess and develop your own observation and feedback skills (see Teaching in the Savior’s Way, or counsel with your S&I Coordinator). Help teachers reach the teaching standard of the church and not a particular style.

3 PRIESTHOOD SUPPORT

3.1 CALLING OF NEW TEACHERS

Stake Supervisors work closely with priesthood leadership to assist in identifying Institute program needs for the upcoming year (See Stake Teacher Policy Manual for options). If needed, help stake leaders understand Institute teacher qualifications and identify potential teachers. Before beginning teaching, new Institute teachers should be called with enough time to complete New Teacher Orientation.

3.2 NEW TEACHER ORIENTATION

Soon after a teacher is called, stake supervisors collect contact information from the teacher and communicate this information to the coordinator and the administrative assistant over the area. The supervisor assists the coordinator in ensuring the teacher receives an orientation. The supervisor should then ensure the new teacher completes Annual Training.

3.3 ATTENDANCE AND COMPLETION

Stake supervisors help teachers understand attendance and completion requirements. They regularly update stake and ward leaders with information regarding student progress. They assist teachers in encouraging student attendance and completion. Stake supervisors ensure that attendance and completion records are accurate and up to date.

3.4 ASSIST IN GRADUATION EFFORTS

Stake supervisors assist the stake in preparing and completing the graduation ceremony. They communicate regularly with stake leadership on student progress towards graduation. When needed, stake supervisors assist stake teachers in helping potential graduates with makeup work for completion.

3.5 ENSURE S&I CALENDARING FOR THE STAKE

Calendar all S&I activities, broadcasts, and training on the stake calendar reserving needed facilities and time slots.

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