1. Overview of Implementation and Local Decisions
T-TESS and T-PESS
Overview of Implementation and Local Decisions

2. T-TESS Thoughts…
"Great teaching is at the core of every quality education system."
"Research shows that there is no greater in-school factor than having an outstanding education in the classroom."
T-TESS was developed by educators for educators.
T-TESS is aligned to research-based, best practices for teaching and learning.
The T-TESS Rubric aligns directly with the new Texas Teacher Standards.
The T-TESS process provides for actionable, timely feedback, allowing teachers set goals and identify professional development that will lead to refinement in knowledge and skills.

3. T-TESS Timelines 2014-2015 65 Pilot Districts
Districts for Refinement
Statewide Implementation

4. T-TESS Rubric Overview
Formalize what highly effective
educators already do
Develop habits of self-assessment,
reflection, and adjustment
Collaborative, supportive cultures
Student Achievement

5. T-TESS Rubric Overview
Standards and Alignment
Data and Assessment
Knowledge of Students
Activities
Planning
Achieving Expectations
Content Knowledge and Expertise
Communication
Differentiation
Monitor and Adjust
Instruction
Classroom Environment, Routines, and Procedures
Managing Student Behavior
Classroom Culture
Learning Environment
Professional Demeanor and Ethics
Goal Setting
Professional Development
School Community Involvement
Professional Practices and Responsibilities “

6. T-TESS Rubric Performance Levels Rubric Student-Centered Actions
Teacher-Centered Actions

7. Why Change?

8. December 2015
Spring 2016
Summer 2016
September 2016
T-TESS Committee
Principal PLC
T-PESS Evaluator Training
T-PESS Principal Orientation
Training
Host Region XI trainings
Trainer-of-Trainers for T-TESS
Local Decisions
Attend T-TESS Debrief Meetings
Policy and Administrative Regulation Revisions
FAQ’s for Principals
Communicate to teachers transition to T-TESS in District News
Appraiser Certification
Provide teachers links to additional information and to T-TESS rubric
T-TESS Orientation
Board approval for T-TESS Appraisal Calendar & Appraisers
ioEducation Overview

9. T-TESS Overview T-TESS Recommended Required Northwest ISD
Teacher Training
Half-day or Full day
*same
Half-day
Formal/Informal Observations
Multiple-formal + informal “full lesson length”. B-M-E of a lesson.
1 observation –
45 minute minimum
1 formal observation-
Announced
Additional observations if evaluator deems necessary
Walkthrough Visits
Goal Setting & Professional Development Plan Pre-Conference
First Year of
T-TESS:
Pre-conference within 6 weeks of teacher orientation to assist teachers in goal-setting and professional development plan.
First Year of T-TESS:
Pre-conference within first six weeks to assist teachers in setting goals and creating professional development plan.
Goal Setting template required.
T-TESS Overview

10. In person within 10 business days of observation.
T-TESS
Recommended
Required
Northwest ISD
Observation Pre-Conference
For all announced observations.
*same
Required for all scheduled observations within 5 days prior to observation. Each pre-conference should be held in person between the teacher and his/her appraiser.
Observation Post-Conference
In person within 48 hours of observation
Within 10 business days of observation.
In person within 10 business days of observation.
Annual Recertification for Appraisers
Required by TEA
T-TESS Overview

11. Each dimension scored separately. No overall score.
T-TESS
Recommended
Required
Northwest ISD
Observation Scores
Once completed, rating scores should not be revised
At the discretion of the appraiser, a revision can be to an area of “reinforcement” or “refinement” based on the post-conference discussion
At the discretion of the appraiser, a revision can be made to an area of “reinforcement” or “refinement” based on the post-conference discussion.
Rating scores may change in the end-of-year Summative report based upon evidence collected through the year with additional classroom walkthroughs and the summative conference.
Each dimension scored separately. No overall score.
Teachers can request a second appraisal if they disagree with a summary report.
Student Growth Measure ( )
District Decision on what data will be used
In , student growth will be a separate rating in T-TESS
TBD
T-TESS Overview

12. District Support Teach for Texas Training Portal
District resource folder
District common training documents
Outline of steps and procedures for teachers and administrators
Customized district forms for teachers and administrators
Teacher Self-Assessment & Goal Setting
Observation forms

13. District Support
ioeducation is a system we are using to house all of our T-TESS forms and documentation.

14. Texas
Principal
Evaluation&
Support
System

15. Who is T-PESS appraised?
All campus principals shall be appraised annually by District-designated Central Office administrators.
All campus assistant principals shall be appraised annually by their principals using the alternate appraisal tool.

16. Northwest ISD Core Beliefs
Kids come first
Continuous improvement is essential for continued success
The success of each student is the shared responsibility of students, families, schools, and communities
Environment influences learning
Our Core Beliefs