TPA
Overview
CalTPA Support for EUSD Teacher Candidates:
This site is provided by the EUSD NETs Induction program in an effort to support teacher candidates under the Governor’s Executive Order with pending credential requirements due to COVID-19 school closure (ie. TPA, RICA). For more information, visit: Guidance for Candidates Impacted by School Closures.
What is the CalTPA?
The CalTPA is a teacher performance assessment (TPA), one of three models approved in the State of California. All credential candidates must pass a TPA before getting their preliminary or clear credential (in the case of EO teacher candidates).
Due Dates
Visit this CalTPA site for more information regarding how to register.
Review the submission deadlines associated with each reporting date.
Registration Extension Available to Candidates
Visit Guidance for Candidates Impacted by School Closures website for detail.
Overview
CalTPA Performance Assessment Overview Version 4.1x
CalTPA_Assessment_Overview.pdfCalTPA Program Guide
CalTPA_ProgramGuide_Year4.pdf
How many students you need:
As of 2020, you need at the very least 3 to constitute your class since you need 3 samples. The students must be from an actual k-12 class, not random students used for the purpose of the video.
Here are the minimum numbers for cycle 1 video clips:
Students, plural - classroom environment
The students, plural - engaged in strategies, activities & assessment
No specific # mentioned but the essential question in the rubric refers to students, plural - next steps for learning
Here are the minimum numbers of students for cycle 2 video clips:
Students, plural - academic language development
One or more - technology
Students, plural - informal assessment
At least one - self assessment
Students, plural - reteach or expansion
CalTPA Flash: Visual Guide
Series of videos tracking one student's choices as he completes Cycles 1 & 2 of the CalTPA. In addition to videos, the site includes a clear overview and visual guide as candidates are making choices and writing their reflections.
EUSD NETs TPA Breakout Room PD
Slides from the September 29 RICA/TPA Overview PD.
2122 NETs EO - TPA Information Session (Breakout Room).pdf