Position
Mom; Assistant to the Head of Toddler Turmoil, Housekeeper, Culinary Expert, Event Planner, Laundry Specialist, Head of Creative Activities, Education Facilitator, Guardian of Snacks & Art Supplies, Nap Time Supervisor, On-Demand Toddler Specialist
Supervisor
Sam; CEO of Maternal Management & Head of Toddler Turmoil
1. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrates fundamental knowledge and abilities necessary for adequate job performance.
Mom has shown satisfactory competency in her role. She manages to avoid ruining laundry and rarely serves burnt meals. She efficiently removes 43 tiny toys from the vacuum. Remarkably, she has perfected the art of diaper changing while I dart through the house like a whirlwind. This year, her multitasking abilities have significantly improved; she can now carry me while juggling 25 other responsibilities. I’ve noticed her adeptness at regulating the thermostat and using the TV remote for advanced functions.
However, her dishwashing and dusting skills leave room for enhancement. Improvements in these areas will be discussed further below. It’s worth noting that when confronted with a particularly challenging scenario, she often seeks help—usually from the Internet or Dad.
2. Work Quality/Output
Performance is sometimes inconsistent or incomplete, occasionally failing to meet set standards. Productivity is slower than anticipated, and work quality is uneven.
Mom tends to take longer than expected to fulfill my requests. For example, her response to my insistence on “CHAIR!” can take up to 30 seconds, which is becoming quite inconvenient. Just the other day, I had to pull my chair all the way down to the floor to get her attention. She claimed to be cleaning up cookie crumbs, but I suspect this was just a cover for lying down on the floor for a moment.
Additionally, I’ve been waiting for days to have my favorite T-shirt and fleece washed. I was disheartened to see that my shirt came back wrinkled due to her hasty folding. Clearly, she needs to refine her skills in this area. I propose we work together on a strategy for improvement moving forward.
3. Dependability
Occasionally lacks reliability and diligence in task execution, sometimes shirking responsibilities.
To her credit, Mom genuinely tries to attend to my needs promptly. However, she often struggles to stay focused or respond adequately. Frequently, her attention is diverted from key household tasks by my continual requests for “Help,” “Read, Read, Read,” or “DRINK!”
Moreover, her daily engagement with social media is concerning. After all, this diaper won’t change itself. On occasion, I’ve caught her distracted by a magazine when she should be tending to essential chores such as cleaning the cat litter, organizing my keepsakes, or matching socks. While she is entitled to breaks, the time spent on her phone could be redirected to more pressing matters.
Although she begins tasks with good intent, her follow-through is lacking. Currently, I’m navigating life with half a haircut and untrimmed toenails because she abandoned these tasks the moment I began to express my displeasure.
4. Communication
Communication skills occasionally hinder effective performance.
Mom is quite talkative, yet listening is a challenge for her. Now that I can verbalize my needs, she often appears confused. While she understands when I’m thirsty or craving a snack, when I pull on the refrigerator door and point, it can take her several attempts to fulfill my request (and for the record, stop offering me mustard!).
When I request the “Phone” or the “remote,” it seems she doesn’t hear me. Yet, if I say “Poop,” she comes running to help. Her selective hearing must be addressed, as effective communication is crucial in her role. I shouldn’t have to throw a tantrum just to run with a fork, explore the medicine cabinet, or enjoy a day without clothing.
5. Interpersonal Relations
Strives to maintain a positive atmosphere but occasionally struggles with relationships with colleagues and family.
Mom often expresses her love with hugs and kisses but can become tense, especially during chaotic moments at home. Her anxiety peaks when we run around the house until late at night. She needs to learn to relax; I will eventually go to sleep.
Sometimes, I find her silently crying during an unscheduled break, which suggests she feels overwhelmed by her responsibilities. This behavior is inappropriate for someone in her pivotal role. Enhancing her ability to embrace diverse perspectives will lead to a more fulfilling work experience.
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Summary
The evaluation highlights areas for improvement in the maternal role, such as multitasking efficiency, reliability, communication skills, and interpersonal relationships. By addressing these areas, a better home environment can be cultivated.