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N-E-A-T Process
NEAT is the process by which the educator is notified of possible deficiencies and assisted in the remediation of those deficiencies.

N - NOTICE to the educator that deficiencies exist which may lead to disciplinary action if not corrected.

E - EXPLANATION of the deficiencies that the administrator/supervisor responsible for evaluation has identified. The explanation should:

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be thorough, detailed, and in written form

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include suggestions for improvement

A - ASSISTANCE must be provided to the educator by those responsible for evaluation and supervision of the educator. A practical plan for remediation of each deficiency noted must be developed.

T - TIME must be provided for correction of all deficiencies noted. The time allotted must be reasonable and commensurate with the volume of deficiencies listed so that the educator is provided a sincere opportunity to improve sufficiently to meet the expectations of those responsible for evaluation.
 

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