Teacher Evaluation
Teacher Evaluation Minimums
Academy ISD uses T-TESS to evaluate teacher performance. Domain 2 (Instruction) and Domain 3 (Learning Environment) have been established as priority areas of emphasis by TIA. Based on statewide observations data, TEA has also identified minimum score averages as measured across both domains of T-TESS. More information can be found in TEA's Teacher Observation Performance Standards document.
AISD T-TESS Evaluation Criteria
The T-TESS total score is 50% of the TIA score to determine designation. Data is collected formally as outlined below:
Formal T-TESS Appraisal
All probationary and term contract teachers will have one (1) formal forty-five (45) minute observation annually scheduled by the appraiser.
All teachers will receive a written annual appraisal report provided to the teacher no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the last day of instruction for students.
T-TESS Walkthrough
All probationary and term contract teachers are required to have a minimum of two (2) documented walkthroughs annually.
Additional documented walkthroughs and/or informal observations may be conducted at the discretion of the appraiser or other supervisors.
T-TESS Domain/Dimension Scoring
Each dimension is scored on a 1-5 point scale as displayed in the below T-TESS Scoring chart. Domain 2 and 3 total score is determined by calculating the average of all dimensions across Domains 2 and 3 from a teacher's summative score. This information will be exported from Eduphoria.
To be eligible, teachers must earn a 3.7 or above in Domains 2 and 3 and have no component with a score lower than 3 on the summative.
T-TESS Scoring (1-5 point scale)
Teacher Performance Included Dimensions from Summative Score
T-TESS_Rubric.pdfT-Tess rubric
The T-TESS rubric shows the exact evidence appraisers are looking to see in place inside classrooms. Teachers can study the rubric to learn how to improve areas of concerns and continue to grow areas of strength.
Teacher Performance Rubric
