A rating of Developing indicates that the teacher demonstrates minimum competency in many of the teaching standards, but may struggle with others. The teacher is making progress but requires ongoing professional support for necessary growth to occur.

A rating of Developing indicates the teacher demonstrates competency in some of the teaching standards but needs improvement in others. The teacher attempts to meet the needs of the whole group. The Developing teacher is in the process of refining his or her skills and abilities. The teacher strives to improve his or her instructional and professional practice. The teacher may be making progress, but performance requires ongoing professional support for necessary growth to occur.