North Carolina Educator Evaluation System (NCEES)
North Carolina's statewide educator evaluation system based on the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards. NCEES evaluates teachers across five standards using a four-level rubric, with evaluation data informing professional development and licensure renewal decisions.
Mandated statewide in North Carolina for all public school districts.
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- Organizes observation notes by the five NCEES professional teaching standards
- Generates evidence-based feedback aligned to the NC evaluation rubric
- Suggests ratings across the five NCEES performance levels based on observed evidence
- Creates targeted next steps tied to specific North Carolina standards
- Reduces post-observation write-up time for North Carolina principals
Framework Domains
NCEES at a Glance
Standard 1
Taking responsibility for the progress of all students, participating in learning communities, and advocating for positive change in school policy.
Standard 2
Embracing diversity, treating students as individuals, and adapting teaching for the benefit of all students.
Standard 3
Aligning instruction with the NC Standard Course of Study, making content meaningful, and integrating technology appropriately.
Standard 4
Using a variety of instructional methods, integrating 21st century skills, and making instruction relevant to students.
Standard 5
Analyzing student learning, linking professional growth to professional goals, and functioning at the school and district level.
Rating Scale
NCEES Rating Levels
Used In
States Using NCEES
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