Differentiation for Established Educators
(Tenured & Veteran Staff)

Differentiation for Established Educators (Tenured & Veteran Staff)

Educators with continuing contract rights and multiple years of district experience.

Supportive Differentiation for These Educators Includes:

• Greater autonomy and self-direction in selecting professional growth goals and methods of evidence collection.

• Expanded “voice and choice” in how they demonstrate competency—via action research, independent study, travel, curriculum development, or peer collaboration.

• Flexible timelines and scheduling options within the annual cycle to reflect their capacity for independent pacing.

• Use of self-selected resources and less emphasis on formal oversight, acknowledging their experience and previous demonstration of proficiency.

• Opportunity for innovation, including demonstrating proficiency at levels above “Applying” (e.g., “Innovative/Leading”).