Guide Implementation Guidebook Guidebook for district leaders and teachers, offering quick T-TESS reference with summaries, policy considerations, and best practices
Rubric Rubric of Effective Practices for Students with Complex Access Needs Rubric for facilitating learning in students with complex needs, aligns with T-TESS for customized instruction planning
Rubric Administrator Companion Document to the Rubric of Effective Practices for Students with Complex Access Needs Companion to Rubric for Students with Cognitive Disabilities guides administrators in best practices for complex access needs
Rubric Instructional Leadership Tool: Student Behavior Management Considerations and discussion points to support evaluating teachers of students with disabilities served in inclusive classroom settings, T-TESS aligned
Rubric Instructional Leadership Tool: Inclusion Considerations and discussion points to support evaluating teachers of students with disabilities served in inclusive classroom settings, T-TESS aligned
Rubric Instructional Leadership Tool: Early Childhood Considerations and discussion points to support evaluating teachers of students in an Early Childhood setting, T-TESS aligned
Rubric Instructional Leadership Tool: Early Childhood Special Education Considerations and discussion points to support evaluating teachers of students in an Early Childhood Special Education setting, T-TESS aligned
Evaluation Process Appraiser End-Of-Year Conference Overview Guide for T-TESS End-of-Year Conferences: Scoring, Evidence, Components, and Documentation for Teacher Appraisals
Guide Appraiser Handbook Comprehensive guidebook on T-TESS appraisal process, providing step-by-step instructions and examples for effective teacher evaluations
Guide Campus Phase-in Guide Tool intended to assist campus administrators with self-monitoring implementation and guide the development of the T-TESS system from initial to full implementation
Evaluation Process Goal-Setting and PD Plan Guidance and Sample Guide to Goal-Setting and Professional Development (GSPD) for teachers, emphasizing reflection, growth goals, and impact
Evaluation Process Goal-Setting and PD Plan Process- Appraiser and Teacher Overview Empower teachers to reflect, set goals, and implement personalized professional development plans for continuous growth
Evaluation Process Goal-Setting and PD Plan Template Template for T-TESS Teacher Goal Setting & Professional Development, covering data analysis, goals, reflection, and growth
Guide Guidance on Student Growth Guide on implementing student growth in T-TESS appraisal, emphasizing flexibility, local context, and continuous improvement
Evaluation Process Observation Evidence Sheet Template Downloadable template for convenient recording and rating of evidence across all dimensions
Evaluation Process Planning Domain Collecting Evidence Explore Planning Domain (Domain 1) with evidence collection insights, examples, and key reference points for appraisal
Evaluation Process Post-Conference Plan Template Post-conference template for T-TESS appraisal, aids in reinforcing strengths, refining areas, and self-analysis with evidence
Evaluation Process Teacher Domain-Dimension Overview Quick overview guide defining the 4 domains and 16 dimensions included in TTESS
Guide Teacher Handbook Comprehensive T-TESS guide: Texas teacher appraisal process, emphasizing standards, rubric understanding, and continuous improvement for educators
Evaluation Process End-Of-Year Conference - Domain 4 Overview Guide for impactful EOY conferences, emphasizing Domain 4 scoring, goal setting, and professional development planning
Evaluation Process T-TESS Appraiser Sample Conferencing Questions Pre-conference interview question examples for T-TESS domains, aiding comprehensive teacher evaluations and constructive feedback discussions
Calibration T-TESS Calibration Protocol Template Appraisal calibration template for collecting and aligning ratings on dimensions
Evaluation Process T-TESS Documentation Recommendations Document checklist for effective teacher appraisals, ensuring comprehensive implementation in your district's evaluation process
Template T-TESS Self-Reflection Self-rating template for teachers to document evidence, facilitating post-conference discussions on T-TESS dimensions and performance
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (Nov/Dec, Edition 11) T-TESS Domain 4: Navigating Professional Practices and Responsibilities
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (Nov/Dec, Edition 10) T-TESS Coaching for Educator Growth: Impact Coaching Training
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (October, Edition 9) T-TESS: Enhancing Educator Capacity through Pre-Conferences and Professional Development Reflection
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (May, Edition 8) Analyzing Appraisal Data: Insights for Professional Development, Coaching, and Ensuring Alignment with Student Learning
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (March, Edition 7) EOY Conferences: Reflecting on Domain 4, Planning for Growth, and Understanding Student Growth in T-TESS
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (February, Edition 6) Empowering Growth: Questioning in T-TESS Conferences and Synthesizing Insights for Year-End Reflection
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (Dec/Jan, Edition 5) Coaching for Impact: Subskills, Challenges, and the Vital Role in T-TESS
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (November, Edition 4) Fostering Growth: The Vital Role of Coaching in T-TESS, Navigating Conferences, and Addressing Appraiser and Appraisee Anxiety
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (October, Edition 3) Empowering Growth: Effective T-TESS Communication, Pre-Conference Insights, and Navigating the Rubric
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (September, Edition 2) Unlocking T-TESS Success: Navigating the Rubric for Effective Teaching and Appraisal
Newsletter T-TESS Tips (August, Edition 1) Setting the Tone: Effective Communication at the Start of the School Year and Navigating the GSPD Plan in T-TESS
Template T-TESS Flip Chart-Full Domains Supplemental tool intended to support appraisers during goal-setting, pre-conference, and post-conference meetings