Employee Opinion Survey

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1 Employee Opinion Survey Mount Vernon Independent School District February 6, 2018 Catherine Rubiera

2 Table of Contents Executive Summary... 1 Background... 1 Survey Administration and Respondents... 1 Major Findings... 2 Summary... 3 Demographics... 4 Findings by Survey Topic... 7 Job Satisfaction Factors... 7 Likert type Scale Questions... 8 Summary Comments and Suggestions for Improvement Comments Suggestions Appendix: Survey Instrument... 21

3 Executive Summary Background The HR Services Division of the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) conducted a survey of Mount Vernon Independent School District (MVISD) employees in late November through early December 2017 at the request of the district. The purpose of the survey was to assess employee attitudes and level of satisfaction with their jobs and work conditions. Survey information may be used by district leaders to understand how respondents perceive specific issues and to reveal the general level of job satisfaction among employees. School districts benefit from an engaged workforce because highly engaged employees remain involved, passionate, and dedicated to their work, according to Gallup s State of the American Workforce Report (2013). The same report noted that organizations with more engaged employees also find themselves with lower absenteeism, lower turnover, and higher productivity. TASB HR Services developed the survey in collaboration with Mount Vernon ISD in 2015 and administered the survey again this year with minimal changes, to allow year to year comparisons. MVISD chose not to administer the survey last year ( ). When comparisons are being made, it will be compared to and school years. Most of the survey requested that employees respond to statements using a Likert type scale. Some responses were combined for purposes of analysis. For example, throughout this report, strongly agree and agree responses were combined to indicate a positive response. The survey included 12 categories of questions to gather data about the following: Demographics Job Satisfaction Working Conditions Compensation and Benefits Relationship with Coworkers Relationship with Supervisor District Communications District Leadership Board Leadership Campus Environment Curriculum and Instruction Student Discipline Survey Administration and Respondents Mount Vernon ISD provided HR Services a list of employee e mail addresses, and at the time of survey launch there were 237 employees. HR Services sent an e mail with a link to the survey to MVISD staff requesting their participation. All employee responses were submitted directly to TASB. A total of 237 employees participated, yielding a response rate of 100 percent, which is significantly above the 2015 response rate of 71 percent. Employees from all job types and work locations participated in the survey. The largest group of respondents were teachers, composing 52 percent of the total respondents. Employees in their first three years with the district made up 39 percent of responses. Since all employees participated, respondents were well distributed across all work locations. Employee Opinion Survey 1 Mount Vernon ISD

4 Major Findings Job Satisfaction Respondents were presented with ten factors that are often considered important to job satisfaction and were asked to choose their top five. More than half of respondents valued the respectful treatment of all employees (61 percent), meaningful work (59 percent), relationship with coworkers (57 percent), and compensation and benefits (55 percent). For the job satisfaction block of statements, over 87 percent of employees agreed with each measure of job satisfaction, and four statements had at least 97 percent agreement. Working Environment Most respondents were satisfied with working conditions. The statement denoting safe environment had the highest agreement among respondents (98 percent). Respondents were satisfied with the leave provided and district communication about benefits, with at least 94 percent agreement on both items. However, fewer agreed that pay was fair (68 percent) or competitive (71 percent). Two blocks of statements cover working relationships coworker and supervisor. Coworker relationships are viewed favorably; all four items had at least 94 percent agreement. Almost all respondents like the people they work with (98 percent). Supervisor relationships were also viewed in a positive light, and 95 percent of respondents felt they were given clear goals and objectives. Although it was the lowest item, the vast majority of respondents (87 percent) agreed they could communicate openly and honestly with their supervisor. District communications are viewed positively overall, and nearly all respondents understand how their efforts contribute to the district (90 percent) and feel that the district shares important news and events (87 percent). District leadership is well received, with 82 percent agreeing that the leaders are committed to creating conditions for student success. As well, respondents felt that the Board of trustees are committed to creating conditions for student s success (86 percent) and are visible, approachable, and serve as positive ambassadors for MVISD (83 percent). Learning Climate Campus environment items were shown to teachers, other professional staff, and instructional aides, while only teachers received items on curriculum and instruction as well as student discipline. Across four campus environment items, at least 94 percent of respondents agreed that the leadership and environment was positive. The highest item with 96 percent agreeing that their campus is clean and properly maintained. Regarding curriculum and instruction, 93 percent of respondent teachers believe that teachers are held to high standards and received useful feedback. The least agreement was for the statement about satisfaction with resources for special population teachers, at 60 percent. Student discipline averaged 92 percent agreement, and 94 percent of respondent teachers felt the principal maintained behavioral standards. Comments Comments were provided by 44 respondents, which represents 19 percent of survey participants. These comments represent a small subset of participants. Of the commenters, 31 provided accolades in one or more topics. Comments are summarized at the end of the report. Employee Opinion Survey 2 Mount Vernon ISD

5 Summary Overall, survey participants this year viewed their jobs and the district favorably. In most cases, responses remained consistent with 2015 results. The majority of topics had 80 percent or higher agreement on the statements provided; almost half of the items had over 90 percent agreement. Some topics showed variation from Curriculum and instruction saw a slight decrease in favorable responses overall. On the other hand, slight increases were seen in the topics of campus environment and student discipline. The following topics had responses most consistent with 2015 results: working conditions, compensation and benefits, relationship with coworkers, relationship with supervisor, and district communications. Employee Opinion Survey 3 Mount Vernon ISD

6 Demographics A total of 237 surveys were submitted, yielding a response rate of 100 percent. Respondents were asked for their job type first in order to show only relevant questions; for example, only teachers receive questions about student discipline. The demographic makeup of respondents is a factor to keep in mind when comparing results across years, especially given the large increase in participation rate this year. For example, between the 2015 respondents and those in 2017, there were slight variations in distribution by job type, length of employment, and work location. Participation by Job Type Job Type # of Employees # of Respondents Participation Rate % of Total Survey Teacher* % Other Professional or Instructional Aide % 16% Campus Administrator, District Administrator, or other District Professional* % Clerical/Office or Auxiliary Support % 23% Unidentified Job Type N/A 2 N/A 1% Total *As part of the survey, respondents self identified within a job group. This can lead to slight difference between districtreported counts and the respondents reported demographics. The largest group of respondents were teachers, composing of 52 percent of the total respondents. Mount Vernon ISD had 100 percent participation therefore every group s participation rate should be at 100 percent. The table above shows varying participation rates due to some employees classifying themselves differently than the district reported counts or employees choosing to not identify their job type. The Other Professional or Instructional Aide group includes employees in the following jobs: counselor, librarian, nurse, diagnostician, speech language pathologist, and instructional aide. The Clerical/Office or Auxiliary group includes the following jobs: clerical staff, food service, transportation, custodian, and maintenance. Employee Opinion Survey 4 Mount Vernon ISD

7 Clerical/Office or Auxiliary Support (55) 23% Representation by Job Type Unidentified Job Type (2) 1% Campus Administrator, District Administrator, or other District Professional (19) 8% Teacher (124) 52% Other Professional or Instructional Aide (37) 16% Representation by Length of Employment at Mount Vernon ISD 16 years or more (48) 21% Less than 1 year (43) 18% years (25) 11% 1 3 years (48) 21% 4 9 years (70) 30% Employees with 3 or fewer years at Mount Vernon ISD made up 39 percent of respondents, and 21 percent of respondents had at least 16 years of service in the district. Employee Opinion Survey 5 Mount Vernon ISD

8 Representation by Work Location Other Work Location (40) 17% Mount Vernon High School (58) 25% Mount Vernon Elementary School (78) 33% Mount Vernon Junior High School (60) 25% All work locations were represented in the survey. All campuses had 100 percent participation. Mount Vernon elementary school has the most employees on campus and, therefore, has the largest percent of the total survey. Employee Opinion Survey 6 Mount Vernon ISD

9 Findings by Survey Topic It is important to keep in mind that fluctuations seen in the following charts may be driven by the twoyear timeframe between surveys as well as the higher participation rate this year. Job Satisfaction Factors For this question, respondents could choose up to five items that they valued as most important to their job satisfaction. Compensation and benefits Safe working conditions Job security Work that is meaningful to me Recognition for good work Relationship with coworkers Relationship with supervisors Respectful treatment of all employees Factors that Contribute to Job Satisfaction (81) 34% (63) 38% (67) 39% (129) 55% (96) 58% (97) 56% (110) 47% (55) 33% (69) 40% (70) 30% (45) 27% (57) 33% (140) 59% (107) 64% (110) 63% (134) 57% (90) 54% (103) 59% (113) 48% (70) 42% (89) 51% (145) 61% (93) 56% Learning opportunities Opportunities to use skills and abilities (78) 33% (35) 21% (51) 29% (77) 33% (67) 40% (74) 43% 2014 Four factors were chosen by over half of respondents. For 61 percent of respondents, the respectful treatment of all employees was a factor; in fact, the proportion choosing this factor increased 5 percentage points from 2015, when 56 percent of respondents indicated this. Meaningful work saw a 5 point decrease from 2015 with 59 percent of the respondents selecting it this year. Relationships with coworkers (57 percent) and compensation and benefits (55 percent) were also selected as a factor in job satisfaction, and remained at about the same levels seen in previous years. Employee Opinion Survey 7 Mount Vernon ISD

10 Likert type Scale Questions The remaining sections of the survey provided respondents with a list of statements and asked for their level of agreement. Response categories were strongly agree, agree, disagree, strongly disagree, and no opinion/not applicable. The categories of strongly agree and agree were combined for these charts to indicate a positive response. Job Satisfaction I am proud to work for Mount Vernon ISD. I like the work I do. On most days I feel good about what I have accomplished. I understand what is expected of me in my job. I would recommend my campus or department to a friend as a good place to work. My job allows me to use my skills and abilities. I would recommend this district to a friend as a good place to work. (223) 95% (167) (172) 98% (230) 98% (166) (174) 99% (228) 97% (165) 99% (171) 97% (232) 98% (163) 98% (173) 98% (214) 91% (157) 95% (169) 96% (229) 97% (158) 96% (170) 97% (204) 88% (159) 96% (168) 95% 2014 Survey participants responded favorably regarding job satisfaction, with at least 88 percent expressing agreement with each statement. Four items had at least 97 percent agreement: like the work, understand expectations, feel good about accomplishments, and using skills and abilities. Overall, respondents view job satisfaction favorably there were three notable decreases. Ratings for being proud to work at MVISD decreased 5 percentage points from 2015 to 95 percent and recommending their district decreases 8 points from 2015 to 88 percent this year. Respondents were slightly more likely to recommend their campus (91 percent) which only had a 4 percentage point decrease from There were mostly small fluctuations from 2015, indicating that the district respondents are again satisfied by the work they do. Later topics will give additional insight into what items, outside of the job itself, make respondents satisfied with their employment at Mount Vernon ISD. Employee Opinion Survey 8 Mount Vernon ISD

11 Working Conditions The hours I work are reasonable. My workload is appropriate for my position. I work in an environment that is safe. I have the equipment, tools, and supplies I need to do my job. (206) 87% (152) 91% (170) 97% (197) 84% (139) 84% (160) 91% (230) 98% (152) 93% (172) 98% (203) 87% (146) 88% (147) 84% 2014 Overall, Mount Vernon ISD respondents expressed satisfaction with their working conditions. Nearly all report working in a safe environment (up 5 percentage points to 98 percent). Many respondents, 87 percent in both cases, felt hours are reasonable and they have the tools or supplies needed to do their jobs. Employee Opinion Survey 9 Mount Vernon ISD

12 Compensation and Benefits My pay is fair for the work I do. I believe my pay is competitive with other districts in this area. (160) 68% (111) 68% (115) 66% (165) 71% (113) 68% (114) 66% The leave time provided to me is adequate. The district provides enough information about benefits to meet my needs. I get help with problems or questions about benefits when I need it. (220) 94% (156) 95% (167) 95% (222) 95% (159) 96% (162) 92% (220) 94% (155) 93% (162) 93% 2014 Respondents viewed compensation and benefits positively, with little to no fluctuation from Nearly all respondents are satisfied with the information they receive about benefits (95 percent) and the assistance they receive when they have questions about benefits (94 percent). Further, 94 percent of respondents feel that the leave time provided is adequate. Respondents were less inclined to agree that their pay was fair (68 percent) or competitive with other districts in the area (71 percent). While these values are lower than others in the section, the majority of participants did respond positively. Views of pay competitiveness have improved in the time period surveyed (up 5 percentage points since 2014). Perceptions of pay can be driven by a variety of factors, including communication. Respondents rated district communication about benefits very well, so there may be opportunities to evaluate communications about pay and replicate the style used with benefits. Employee Opinion Survey 10 Mount Vernon ISD

13 Relationship with Coworkers I can depend on my coworkers. I like the people I work with. I feel loyal to my immediate team or work group. My team works well together. (222) 94% (161) 97% (166) 95% (231) 98% (160) 96% (172) 98% (221) 94% (159) 96% (168) 96% (221) 94% (156) 93% (162) 93% 2014 Respondents view coworker relationships very favorably, with at least 94 percent of respondents agreeing with each item in this topic. Opinions remained steady, with all answers remaining within 3 percentage point of values from Respondents almost unanimously like their coworkers (98 percent). In addition, they agreed that coworkers were dependable, that they feel loyal to their team, and that the team works well together (all at 94 percent). Employee Opinion Survey 11 Mount Vernon ISD

14 My supervisor sets clear goals and objectives. I get the training I need to do my job effectively. I receive useful feedback on my job performance. My supervisor provides the support I need with problems on the job. I am allowed to make decisions within my scope of authority. My supervisor makes timely decisions. I can communicate openly and honestly with my supervisor. My work is appreciated by my supervisor. I trust my supervisor. I like working for my supervisor. Relationship with Supervisor (223) 95% (148) 90% (158) 90% (217) 92% (155) 93% (165) 95% (221) 94% (146) 87% (153) 88% (212) 90% (150) 90% (155) 89% (222) 94% (152) 92% (166) 95% (221) 94% (147) 89% (154) 88% (206) 87% (149) 90% (155) 89% (209) 89% (151) 91% (158) 91% (212) 90% (148) 89% (153) 87% (212) 90% (154) 93% (159) 91% 2014 Supervisor relationships foster employee engagement in the short term, by clarifying expectations and providing feedback, and in the long term, by monitoring progress and encouraging growth. Most respondents agreed with the statements about their supervisor across all areas surveyed with an average of 91 percent agreement. The strongest area was clear goals, with 95 percent of respondents reporting their supervisor sets clear goals and objectives. Respondents also agreed favorably that they are allowed to make decisions within their scope of authority, received useful feedback, and their supervisor made timely decisions (all at 94 percent). The lowest item, with 87 percent agreement, was that they can communicate openly and honestly. Supervisors were viewed favorably overall. Among some of the highest rated items, since 2015, increases were seen in the areas of providing useful feedback (up 7 percentage points to 94 percent), as well as making timely decisions (up 5 percentage points to 94 percent). Employee Opinion Survey 12 Mount Vernon ISD

15 District Communications I understand how my efforts contribute to the district's goals. Policies and procedures affecting my work are communicated clearly. The district shares important news and events. The district recognizes employee accomplishments. Employees have a way to express concerns to district leaders. (212) 90% (157) 95% (170) 98% (196) 84% (148) 90% (158) 91% (204) 87% (144) 88% (148) 85% (189) 80% (138) 84% (139) 80% (179) 76% (120) 73% (119) 69% 2014 Respondents viewed district communications positively, though there were slight decreases from Almost all respondents understand how their efforts contribute to the district (down 5 percentage points to 90 percent) and feel that the district shares important news and events (87 percent). Another slight decrease was seen for clear communication of policies and procedures (down 6 percentage points to 84 percent). Eighty percent of respondents feel the district recognizes employee accomplishments. Respondents also readily agreed that employees have a way to express concerns to district leaders (up 7 percentage points since 2014, to 76 percent). Employee Opinion Survey 13 Mount Vernon ISD

16 The next two topics, district leadership and board leadership, had questions changed from the 2015 survey. Therefore, these sections do not show comparisons to previous years. District Leadership (Not including the Board of Trustees) District Leadership Team acts in the best interest of students. (187) 79% District Leadership Team is committed to creating conditions for student success. (194) 82% District Leadership Team is committed to creating conditions for teachers/staff success. (184) 78% Most respondents agreed with items in the district leadership section, with 80 percent average agreement. Respondents agreed that the leaders are committed to creating conditions for student success (82 percent), that the leaders act in the best interest of students (79 percent), and that the leaders are committed to creating conditions for teachers/staff success (78 percent) Board Leadership Board of Trustees are committed to creating conditions for student success. (203) 86% Board of Trustees are visible, approachable, and serve as positive ambassadors for MVISD. (197) 83% Board of Trustees are committed to creating conditions for teacher/staff success. (190) 81% 2017 School Board leadership also had favorable outcomes, with 83 percent average agreement. Respondents agreed that the Board of Trustees are committed to creating conditions for student success (86 percent) are visible, approachable, and serve as positive ambassadors for MVISD (83 percent), and are committed to creating conditions for teachers/staff success (81 percent). Employee Opinion Survey 14 Mount Vernon ISD

17 Statements about campus environment were only shown to teachers, other professional staff, and instructional aides, to ensure they were relevant items to respondents. Campus Environment I get the information I need from campus leaders. My campus is clean and properly maintained. My principal is effective in leading my campus to achieve its goals. My principal treats me with respect. (152) 94% (112) 87% (123) 90% (156) 96% (114) 88% (120) 88% (152) 94% (118) 91% (125) 92% (151) 94% (123) 95% (127) 93% 2014 Overall, campus environments are viewed in a positive light with at least 94 percent of the respondents agreeing with each item in this topic and up 4 percentage points on average from Nearly all respondents agreed their campus is clean and maintained (up 8 percentage points to 96 percent). Respondents also said their principal treats them with respect, reported getting the information they need from campus leaders, and believe their principal is effective in leading a campus toward goals (all at 94 percent). Among those, getting needed information from leaders increased by 7 percentage points since Employee Opinion Survey 15 Mount Vernon ISD

18 The last two sections, curriculum and instruction and student discipline were only shown to teachers, to ensure they were relevant items to respondents. Curriculum and Instruction I have sufficient access to resources and materials. I have sufficient access to instructional technology. Teachers have a role in selecting instructional materials and resources. Staff development provides teachers with useful knowledge and skills. I am satisfied with resources for teachers with special populations. Teachers are held to high professional standards. I have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues. I am provided opportunities to learn from other teachers. I receive feedback that can help me improve my teaching. Teachers are involved in decisions about instructional issues. (98) 79% (89) 91% (94) 88% (94) 76% (71) 72% (77) 72% (104) 84% (85) 87% (99) 93% (93) 75% (78) 80% (92) 86% (74) 60% (73) 75% (85) 79% (115) 93% (89) 91% (102) 95% (107) 86% (90) 92% (97) 91% (104) 84% (83) 85% (92) 87% (115) 93% (84) 86% (101) 94% (99) 81% (86) 88% (97) 91% 2014 This topic had a lot of variation from 2015 with a few increases and some notable decreases. Overall, a majority of respondents agreed with each item, with an 81 percent average agreement. Almost all respondents agree that teachers are held to high professional standards (93 percent), and respondents indicated that: individuals receive helpful feedback (up 7 percentage points to 93 percent). Two items saw decreases of more than 10 percentage points from These were: having sufficient access to resources and materials (down 12 percentage points to 79 percent) and being satisfied with special population resources (down 15 percentage points to 60 percent). Employee Opinion Survey 16 Mount Vernon ISD

19 Student Discipline The principal provides leadership in setting and maintaining behavioral standards for students. Our student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced. I am given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems in my classroom. (117) 94% (86) 88% (98) 92% (109) 88% (78) 80% (88) 82% (115) 93% (89) 91% (99) 93% 2014 Within this topic, 93 percent of respondents feel they are given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems, and 88 percent agree the student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced. The greatest proportion, 94 percent, feel the principal provides leadership for behavioral standards. Almost all respondents agreed with these statements, and each item was viewed more favorably than in 2015 with an average increase of 6 percentage points. Ratings of leadership for behavioral standards increased by 6 percentage points, and ratings of code of conduct enforcement increased by 8 points. Employee Opinion Survey 17 Mount Vernon ISD

20 Summary Overall, survey participants this year viewed their jobs and the district favorably. In most cases, responses remained consistent with last year s results. The majority of topics had 80 percent or higher agreement on the statements provided; almost half of the items had over 90 percent agreement. Some topics showed variation from Curriculum and instruction saw a slight decrease in favorable responses overall. On the other hand, slight increases were seen in the topics of campus environment and student discipline. The following topics had responses most consistent with 2015 results: working conditions, compensation and benefits, relationship with coworkers, relationship with supervisor, and district communications. Employee Opinion Survey 18 Mount Vernon ISD

21 Comments and Suggestions for Improvement Comments were provided by 44 respondents, which represents 19 percent of survey participants. These comments represent a small subset of participants. As such, the district should consider these in light of results from related questions presented earlier in this report. Comments Recurring themes by order of frequency are summarized below. Only topics with more than one comment are included. An individual participant may comment on multiple areas and will be included in the count for each unique topic. Type and Topic of Count Comment Accolade Campus or team has good culture or morale 20 Accolade District has good employee culture or morale 12 Accolade Campus or team works well and fosters good relationships 8 Accolade Overall, the district is a good place to work 7 Accolade District is moving forward in a positive and respectful manner 7 Accolade Supervisor is supportive 6 Accolade Supervisor is a strong leader 5 Accolade Campus or team is supportive 4 Complaint Central administration lacks connection to campuses 4 Complaint General complaint about the school board 4 Complaint General complaint about the superintendent 4 Complaint Instructional minutes are not scheduled or used appropriately 4 Accolade General accolade for the school board 3 Accolade Supervisor has good communication skills 3 Complaint Campus or team has a poor culture or low morale 3 Complaint Central administration does not communicate well 3 Complaint Concern about decision making for bonus 3 Complaint Administration appears concerned with improving image rather than improving situation for students and staff. 3 Complaint Supervisor has poor communication skills 3 Complaint Supervisor is a poor leader 3 Complaint Supervisor is disrespectful/discourteous to others 3 Employee Opinion Survey 19 Mount Vernon ISD

22 Continued Complaint Supervisor is unsupportive 3 Complaint Tests are not administered properly 3 Accolade General accolade for the superintendent 2 Accolade Positive Bonus/Stipend 2 Accolade Supervisor is experienced/knowledgeable in the role 2 Count Accolade Supervisor is fair/trustworthy 2 Accolade Supervisor is respectful/courteous to others 2 Complaint Central administration staff are inaccessible/unavailable 2 Complaint Central administrators are unfair/not trustworthy 2 Complaint Central administrators micromanages district employees 2 Complaint District has poor employee culture or low morale 2 Complaint Employees fear retaliation 2 Complaint Facilities are poorly maintained/repaired 2 Complaint Central office appears to be over staffed 2 Complaint Special education lacks resources/support 2 Complaint Supervisor displays favoritism or nepotism 2 Suggestions Opportunities for improvement suggested by respondents are summarized below. Type and Topic of Suggestion Count Special Ed Special Ed Head Start Board of Trustees Establish clear rules to help secure the classroom environment. Have monthly meetings so that information is understood all together and uniformity can be discussed. Have meetings to include all employees of the head start program and create clear lines of communication. Consider opinions of MVISD staff in decision making Employee Opinion Survey 20 Mount Vernon ISD

23 Appendix: Survey Instrument Employee Opinion Survey 21 Mount Vernon ISD

24 Mount Vernon ISD Employee Survey 2017 Job Type Teacher Other Professional or Instructional Aide (Included Counselor, Librarian, Nurse, Diagnostician, Speech Language Pathologist, etc.) Campus Administrator, District Administrator, or other District Professional Clerical/Office or Auxiliary Support (Food Service, Transportation, Custodian, Maintenance, etc.) Please indicate what you value as most important to your job satisfaction. (Choose up to 5 that apply.) Compensation and benefits Safe working conditions Job security Work that is meaningful to me Recognition for good work Relationship with coworkers Relationship with supervisors Respectful treatment of all employees Learning opportunities Opportunities to use skills and abilities Employee Opinion Survey 22 Mount Vernon ISD

25 Job Satisfaction Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable I am proud to work for Mount Vernon ISD. I like the work I do. On most days I feel good about what I have accomplished. I understand what is expected of me in my job. I would recommend my campus or department to a friend as a good place to work. My job allows me to use my skills and abilities. I would recommend this district to a friend as a good place to work. Working Conditions The hours I work are reasonable. My workload is appropriate for my position. I work in an environment that is safe. I have the equipment, tools, and supplies I need to do my job. Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable Employee Opinion Survey 23 Mount Vernon ISD

26 Compensation and Benefits Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable My pay is fair for the work I do. I believe my pay is competitive with other districts in this area. The leave time provided to me is adequate. The district provides enough information about benefits to meet my needs. I get help with problems or questions about benefits when I need it. Relationship with Coworkers I can depend on my coworkers. I like the people I work with. I feel loyal to my immediate team or work group. My team works well together. Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable Employee Opinion Survey 24 Mount Vernon ISD

27 Relationship with Supervisor Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable My supervisor sets clear goals and objectives. I get the training I need to do my job effectively. I receive useful feedback on my job performance. My supervisor provides the support I need with problems on the job. I am allowed to make decisions within my scope of authority. My supervisor makes timely decisions. I can communicate openly and honestly with my supervisor. My work is appreciated by my supervisor. I trust my supervisor. I like working for my supervisor. District Communications Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable I understand how my efforts contribute to the district's goals. Policies and procedures affecting my work are communicated clearly. The district shares important news and events. The district recognizes employee accomplishments. Employees have a way to express concerns to district leaders. Employee Opinion Survey 25 Mount Vernon ISD

28 District Leadership (Not including the Board of Trustees) Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable District Leadership Team acts in the best interest of students. District Leadership Team is committed to creating conditions for student success. District Leadership Team is committed to creating conditions for teachers/staff success. Board Leadership Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable Board of Trustees are committed to creating conditions for student success. Board of Trustees are visible, approachable, and serve as positive ambassadors for MVISD. Board of Trustees are committed to creating conditions for teacher/staff success. Campus Environment Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable I get the information I need from campus leaders. My campus is clean and properly maintained. My principal is effective in leading my campus to achieve its goals. My principal treats me with respect. Employee Opinion Survey 26 Mount Vernon ISD

29 Curriculum and Instruction Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable I have sufficient access to resources and materials. I have sufficient access to instructional technology. Teachers have a role in selecting instructional materials and resources. Staff development provides teachers with useful knowledge and skills. I am satisfied with resources for teachers with special populations. Teachers are held to high professional standards. I have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues. I am provided opportunities to learn from other teachers. I receive feedback that can help me improve my teaching. Teachers are involved in decisions about instructional issues. Student Discipline Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/Not Applicable The principal provides leadership in setting and maintaining behavioral standards for students. Our student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced. I am given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems in my classroom. Employee Opinion Survey 27 Mount Vernon ISD

30 Work Location Other Work Location Length of Employment at Mount Vernon ISD Less than 1 year 1 3 years 4 9 years years 16 years or more Comments P.O. Box 400, Austin, Texas Copyright Texas Association of School Boards. All rights reserved. Employee Opinion Survey 28 Mount Vernon ISD

31 Campus Comparison Report

32 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, 2017 All employees at Mount Vernon ISD participated in the 2017 employee opinion survey. As part of the survey, respondents self identified within work location. This can lead a slight difference between district reported counts of employees and the respondents reported demographics. Count of employees and count of respondents do not align, however, the total count does. Work Location # of Employees # of Respondents % of Total Survey % % % Other Work Location % Total

33 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I am proud to work for Mount Vernon ISD. 94% 97% 87% 96% I like the work I do. 98% 98% 97% Employee Opinion Survey 2 Mount Vernon ISD

34 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 On most days I feel good about what I have accomplished. 97% 99% 97% 95% 97% I understand what is expected of me in my job. 98% 98% 98% 97% 96% Employee Opinion Survey 3 Mount Vernon ISD

35 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I would recommend my campus or department to a friend as a good place to work. 91% 95% 97% 82% 91% 88% My job allows me to use my skills and abilities. 97% 96% 98% 98% 97% 90% 95% Employee Opinion Survey 4 Mount Vernon ISD

36 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 The hours I work are reasonable. 88% 91% 86% 90% 92% 82% 83% My workload is appropriate for my position. 84% 84% 81% 88% 83% 96% 74% 83% Employee Opinion Survey 5 Mount Vernon ISD

37 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I work in an environment that is safe. 93% 98% 83% 95% 98% 96% 99% 96% I can depend on my coworkers. 94% 97% 95% 88% 96% 96% Employee Opinion Survey 6 Mount Vernon ISD

38 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I like the people I work with. 98% 96% 95% 92% 98% I feel loyal to my immediate team or work group. 94% 96% 97% 98% 90% 96% 94% 94% Employee Opinion Survey 7 Mount Vernon ISD

39 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My team works well together. 94% 93% 97% 98% 90% 96% 88% 92% My supervisor sets clear goals and objectives. 90% 94% 95% 93% 90% 80% 96% Employee Opinion Survey 8 Mount Vernon ISD

40 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I get the training I need to do my job effectively. 92% 93% 93% 98% 92% 96% 91% 90% I receive useful feedback on my job performance. 87% 94% 93% 96% 95% 92% 85% 94% Employee Opinion Survey 9 Mount Vernon ISD

41 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My supervisor provides the support I need with problems on the job. 90% 90% 96% 98% 87% 76% 85% I am allowed to make decisions within my scope of authority. 94% 92% 95% 95% 92% 84% 92% Employee Opinion Survey 10 Mount Vernon ISD

42 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My supervisor makes timely decisions. 89% 94% 96% 95% 90% 76% 94% I can communicate openly and honestly with my supervisor. 87% 90% 93% 96% 87% 79% 82% Employee Opinion Survey 11 Mount Vernon ISD

43 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My work is appreciated by my supervisor. 89% 91% 90% 95% 83% 92% 86% 86% I trust my supervisor. 90% 89% 95% 93% 87% 96% 80% 86% Employee Opinion Survey 12 Mount Vernon ISD

44 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I like working for my supervisor. 90% 93% 95% 95% 88% 96% 86% 86% I get the information I need from campus leaders. 87% 94% 96% 97% 91% 72% 94% Employee Opinion Survey 13 Mount Vernon ISD

45 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My campus is clean and properly maintained. 88% 96% 72% 98% 90% 96% 91% 95% My principal is effective in leading my campus to achieve its goals. 94% 91% 97% 85% 83% 95% Employee Opinion Survey 14 Mount Vernon ISD

46 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 My principal treats me with respect. 94% 95% 97% 87% 95% 93% 92% I have sufficient access to resources and materials. 80% 91% 83% 92% 86% 94% 62% 91% Employee Opinion Survey 15 Mount Vernon ISD

47 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I have sufficient access to instructional technology. 72% 76% 58% 87% 84% 89% 60% 66% Teachers have a role in selecting instructional materials and resources. 84% 87% 95% 92% 70% 94% 77% 84% Employee Opinion Survey 16 Mount Vernon ISD

48 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 Staff development provides teachers with useful knowledge and skills. 76% 80% 90% 88% 59% 89% 74% 78% I am satisfied with resources for teachers with special populations. 60% 75% 74% 79% 51% 88% 56% 69% Employee Opinion Survey 17 Mount Vernon ISD

49 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 Teachers are held to high professional standards. 93% 91% 88% 84% 89% 96% 94% I have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues. 86% 92% 87% 88% 78% 91% 91% Employee Opinion Survey 18 Mount Vernon ISD

50 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 I am provided opportunities to learn from other teachers. 84% 85% 83% 90% 68% 94% 80% 91% I receive feedback that can help me improve my teaching. 86% 93% 92% 97% 89% 94% 77% 93% Employee Opinion Survey 19 Mount Vernon ISD

51 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 Teachers are involved in decisions about instructional issues. 80% 88% 87% 88% 61% 80% 89% The principal provides leadership in setting and maintaining behavioral standards for students. 88% 94% 92% 86% 80% 98% Employee Opinion Survey 20 Mount Vernon ISD

52 Employee Opinion Survey Campus Comparison Report Mount Vernon ISD, Campus 2017 Campus 2015 Our student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced. 80% 88% 71% 87% 84% 77% 93% I am given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems in my classroom. 93% 91% 97% 96% 86% 94% 86% 96% Employee Opinion Survey 21 Mount Vernon ISD

53 Tables by Campus

54 Employee Opinion Survey Tables by Campus Mount Vernon ISD, 2017 Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Job Satisfaction I am proud to work for Mount Vernon ISD % 21 36% 1 2% 0 0% 1 2% 58 I like the work I do % 20 34% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 58 On most days I feel good about what I have accomplished % 31 53% 1 2% 0 0% 1 2% 58 I understand what is expected of me in my job % 28 48% 1 2% 0 0% 0 0% 58 I would recommend my campus or department to a friend as a good place to work % 26 45% 1 2% 1 2% 0 0% 58 My job allows me to use my skills and abilities % 24 41% 1 2% 0 0% 0 0% 58 Working Conditions The hours I work are reasonable % 25 43% 8 14% 0 0% 0 0% 58 My workload is appropriate for my position % 28 48% 11 19% 0 0% 0 0% 58 I work in an environment that is safe % 24 41% 1 2% 0 0% 2 3% 58 I have the equipment, tools, and supplies I need to do my job % 30 52% 5 9% 1 2% 1 2% 58 Relationship with Coworkers I can depend on my coworkers % 26 45% 1 2% 1 2% 1 2% 58 I like the people I work with % 28 48% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 58 I feel loyal to my immediate team or work group % 23 40% 1 2% 0 0% 1 2% 58 My team works well together % 25 43% 1 2% 0 0% 1 2% 58 Relationship with Supervisor My supervisor sets clear goals and objectives % 27 47% 2 4% 0 0% 1 2% 57 I get the training I need to do my job effectively % 24 43% 4 7% 0 0% 0 0% 56 I receive useful feedback on my job performance % 30 53% 2 4% 0 0% 0 0% 57 My supervisor provides the support I need with problems on the job % 25 44% 1 2% 1 2% 0 0% 57 I am allowed to make decisions within my scope of authority % 22 39% 2 4% 0 0% 1 2% 57 My supervisor makes timely decisions % 27 47% 1 2% 1 2% 0 0% 57 I can communicate openly and honestly with my supervisor % 20 35% 1 2% 1 2% 0 0% 57 My work is appreciated by my supervisor % 24 42% 1 2% 1 2% 1 2% 57 I trust my supervisor % 20 35% 1 2% 1 2% 1 2% 57 I like working for my supervisor % 17 30% 1 2% 1 2% 1 2% 57 Campus Environment I get the information I need from campus leaders % 23 49% 1 2% 0 0% 1 2% 47 My campus is clean and properly maintained % 22 47% 1 2% 0 0% 0 0% 47 My principal is effective in leading my campus to achieve its goals % 17 36% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 47 My principal treats me with respect % 12 26% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 47 Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/ Not Applicable Total Employee Opinion Survey 2018 Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. All right reserved. 1 Mount Vernon ISD

55 Employee Opinion Survey Tables by Campus Mount Vernon ISD, 2017 Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/ Not Applicable Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Curriculum and Instruction I have sufficient access to resources and materials % 22 56% 3 8% 0 0% 0 0% 39 I have sufficient access to instructional technology % 20 51% 5 13% 0 0% 0 0% 39 Teachers have a role in selecting instructional materials and resources % 21 54% 1 3% 0 0% 1 3% 39 Staff development provides teachers with useful knowledge and skills % 21 54% 3 8% 0 0% 1 3% 39 I am satisfied with resources for teachers with special populations. 8 21% 21 54% 6 15% 0 0% 4 10% 39 Teachers are held to high professional standards % 23 59% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 39 I have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues % 20 51% 5 13% 0 0% 0 0% 39 I am provided opportunities to learn from other teachers % 24 62% 3 8% 0 0% 1 3% 39 I receive feedback that can help me improve my teaching % 25 64% 1 3% 0 0% 0 0% 39 Teachers are involved in decisions about instructional issues % 21 54% 3 8% 0 0% 2 5% 39 Student Discipline The principal provides leadership in setting and maintaining behavioral standards for students % 18 46% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 39 Our student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced % 17 44% 5 13% 0 0% 0 0% 39 I am given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems in my classroom % 17 44% 0 0% 0 0% 1 3% 39 Total Employee Opinion Survey 2018 Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. All right reserved. 2 Mount Vernon ISD

56 Employee Opinion Survey Tables by Campus Mount Vernon ISD, 2017 Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Job Satisfaction I am proud to work for Mount Vernon ISD % 23 38% 5 8% 1 2% 2 3% 60 I like the work I do % 20 33% 1 2% 0 0% 0 0% 60 On most days I feel good about what I have accomplished % 33 55% 2 3% 0 0% 1 2% 60 I understand what is expected of me in my job % 29 48% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% 60 I would recommend my campus or department to a friend as a good place to work % 18 30% 6 10% 2 3% 3 5% 60 My job allows me to use my skills and abilities % 27 45% 2 3% 0 0% 0 0% 60 Working Conditions The hours I work are reasonable % 28 47% 5 8% 0 0% 0 0% 60 My workload is appropriate for my position % 28 47% 7 12% 2 3% 1 2% 60 I work in an environment that is safe % 33 55% 1 2% 0 0% 0 0% 60 I have the equipment, tools, and supplies I need to do my job % 31 53% 6 10% 0 0% 0 0% 59 Relationship with Coworkers I can depend on my coworkers % 21 35% 2 3% 2 3% 3 5% 60 I like the people I work with % 17 28% 1 2% 1 2% 1 2% 60 I feel loyal to my immediate team or work group % 12 20% 4 7% 0 0% 2 3% 60 My team works well together % 14 23% 3 5% 1 2% 2 3% 60 Relationship with Supervisor My supervisor sets clear goals and objectives % 18 30% 5 8% 0 0% 1 2% 60 I get the training I need to do my job effectively % 26 43% 4 7% 0 0% 1 2% 60 I receive useful feedback on my job performance % 24 40% 1 2% 0 0% 2 3% 60 My supervisor provides the support I need with problems on the job % 13 22% 5 8% 1 2% 2 3% 60 I am allowed to make decisions within my scope of authority % 22 37% 1 2% 0 0% 2 3% 60 My supervisor makes timely decisions % 16 27% 3 5% 0 0% 3 5% 60 I can communicate openly and honestly with my supervisor % 15 25% 4 7% 2 3% 2 3% 60 My work is appreciated by my supervisor % 16 27% 7 12% 1 2% 2 3% 60 I trust my supervisor % 12 20% 2 3% 4 7% 2 3% 60 I like working for my supervisor % 12 20% 4 7% 2 3% 1 2% 60 Campus Environment I get the information I need from campus leaders % 25 54% 2 4% 0 0% 2 4% 46 My campus is clean and properly maintained % 25 54% 1 2% 1 2% 0 0% 46 My principal is effective in leading my campus to achieve its goals % 11 24% 4 9% 0 0% 3 7% 46 My principal treats me with respect % 9 20% 4 9% 1 2% 1 2% 46 Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/ Not Applicable Total Employee Opinion Survey 2018 Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. All right reserved. 3 Mount Vernon ISD

57 Employee Opinion Survey Tables by Campus Mount Vernon ISD, 2017 Agree Agree Disagree Disagree No Opinion/ Not Applicable Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Count Percent Curriculum and Instruction I have sufficient access to resources and materials. 6 16% 26 70% 4 11% 0 0% 1 3% 37 I have sufficient access to instructional technology. 5 14% 26 70% 5 14% 0 0% 1 3% 37 Teachers have a role in selecting instructional materials and resources. 7 19% 19 51% 2 5% 4 11% 5 14% 37 Staff development provides teachers with useful knowledge and skills. 2 5% 20 54% 11 30% 3 8% 1 3% 37 I am satisfied with resources for teachers with special populations. 4 11% 15 41% 10 27% 1 3% 7 19% 37 Teachers are held to high professional standards. 7 19% 24 65% 4 11% 0 0% 2 5% 37 I have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues. 9 24% 20 54% 7 19% 1 3% 0 0% 37 I am provided opportunities to learn from other teachers. 7 19% 18 49% 9 24% 1 3% 2 5% 37 I receive feedback that can help me improve my teaching. 7 19% 26 70% 3 8% 0 0% 1 3% 37 Teachers are involved in decisions about instructional issues. 6 17% 16 44% 7 19% 3 8% 4 11% 36 Student Discipline The principal provides leadership in setting and maintaining behavioral standards for students % 16 43% 3 8% 0 0% 2 5% 37 Our student code of conduct is consistently and fairly enforced % 18 49% 2 5% 1 3% 3 8% 37 I am given appropriate assistance to resolve disciplinary problems in my classroom % 15 41% 2 5% 0 0% 3 8% 37 Total Employee Opinion Survey 2018 Texas Association of School Boards, Inc. All right reserved. 4 Mount Vernon ISD