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Staff Recognition - Employee of the Year

An outstanding partnership of students, parents, community members, and staff has made the Acalanes Union High School District a high-performing, nationally recognized school district.  The dedication of our talented staff is a major factor in our collective efficacy.  The AUHSD recognizes the contributions of our staff in a variety of ways, including a Classified Staff of the Year as well as an Educator of the Year award.  

Classified Staff:

Eligibility

  • A classified employee in AUHSD
  • Has been in the District at least three continuous years

Criteria

  • Demonstrates outstanding commitment to their site or office 
  • Demonstrates initiative 
  • Maintains an interest in continuous improvement and participates in professional development
  • Demonstrates effective communication 

Certificated Staff:

Eligibility

  • A full time certificated educator who spends the majority of their time in direct instruction/contact with students
  • Has been in the District at least five continuous years
  • For a site finalist to be considered for AUHSD Educator of the year, they must be a returning teacher in the 2024-2025 school year. 

Criteria

  • Demonstrates depth of content knowledge
  • Differentiates instruction to reach all students
  • Uses innovative instruction to motivate, engage and encourage student learning
  • Analyzes and reflects on achievement data to improve instruction
  • Is committed to fellow educators as evidenced by their instructional leadership and willingness to serve as a formal or informal mentor
  • Maintains an interest in continuous improvement and actively participates in professional development
  • Demonstrates influence beyond the classroom
  • Demonstrates effective communication with students, colleagues and parents