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T-TESS

Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)

Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is the Commissioner recommended teacher evaluation system for the state of Texas starting in the 2016-2017 school year.

T-TESS includes three components:

  • Goal-setting and professional development plan
  • The evaluation cycle (including: pre-conference, observation, post-conference)
  • Student growth measure

The T-TESS Rubric includes four domains:

  • Planning
  • Instruction
  • Learning Environment
  • Professional Practices and Responsibilities

T-TESS Resources and Documents