Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) is a cornerstone in the professional journey of educators, emphasizing continuous improvement. In this guide, we delve into the mandatory documents required for TPAD 2, providing teachers with a roadmap to effectively showcase their performance.
Quick Summary:
- TPAD 2 demands the attachment of evidential documents for each target.
- Although optional, attaching documentary evidence is strongly advised to substantiate scores.
- Failure to fill TPAD data termly may lead to disciplinary action by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC).
Understanding the Mandatory Documents:
1. Professional Knowledge and Practice
- Demonstrate Mastery of Subject Content:
- Lesson Plans
- Lesson Observation Records
- Different Instructional Materials
- Undertake Lesson Observation:
- Records of Lesson Observation
- Lesson Observation Notes
- Utilize Teaching/Learning Resources:
- Availability of Improvised/Procured Teaching/Learning Resources/Aids
- Prepare Professional Documents:
- Updated Schemes of Work
- Lesson Plans and Notes
- Record of Work
- Learner Assessment Record
- Identify Learners’ Capability and Learning Styles:
- Learner Study Records
- Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Identify and Nurture Learners’ Talents:
- Record of Talent Development
- Certificates/Awards
- Integrate ICT in Teaching and Learning:
- Availability of Digital Content
- ICT Integrated Lesson Plans
- Printed Content (Photos, Printouts)
- Carry Out Learner Assessment, Feedback, and Reporting:
- Learner Assessment Reports
- List of Strategies to Improve Learner Performance
- Letter Communicating Feedback
2. Comprehensive Learning Environment
- Create Child-Friendly School/Class Environment:
- Clean Environment
- Records of Learner Participation in Programmes/Clubs/Societies
- Create a Stimulating Classroom Environment:
- Classroom with Talking Walls, Nature Corner, Shop, Models, Learners’ Work Displayed
- Ensure Safety of Learners:
- Records of Sensitization
- Manage Learners’ Conduct and Behavior:
- Well Displayed School/Class Rules and Regulations
- Guidance and Counseling Records
- Records of Challenging Behavior and Corrective Measures
- Records of Parental Involvement
3. Teacher Professional Development
- Prepare Self-Professional Development Support Plan:
- Updated TPD Support Plan
- Engage in Continuous and Relevant Career Growth:
- Records of Teacher-Initiated and School-Based TPD Activities
4. Teacher Conduct & Professionalism
- Demonstrate Knowledge on Legal Requirements:
- Policy Documents Available and in Use
- Observe Punctuality and Meeting Deadlines:
- Updated Daily Attendance Register
- Analyzed Lesson Attendance Register
- Record of Submission of Professional Documents
- Display of Syllabus Coverage
- Teacher’s Lesson Notes Based on Current Syllabus
- Checked Learners’ Exercise Books
5. Participation in Professional Learning Community
- Join Professional Learning Community (PLC):
- Records of Membership in Professional Learning Community/Cluster/Groups
- Collaborate with Colleagues and Broader Learning Community:
- Records of Participation in Professional Learning Communities
- Initiatives Implemented in Collaboration
- Collaborate with Parents/Guardians and Other Stakeholders:
- Records of Parents’/Guardians’ Involvement
- Records of Learner Participation/Involvement in Community Service
- Joint Activities with Stakeholders/Parents/Guardians
- Establish Linkages with the Community:
- Invitation Letters
- Attendance Lists
- Activity Reports
- Participate in Programs Organized with Educational Bodies:
- Invitation Letters
- Programme/Project Reports
Final Thoughts:
Understanding and meticulously preparing the mandatory documents for TPAD 2 not only aligns with TSC expectations but also showcases a commitment to professional growth. Teachers, armed with comprehensive evidence, can navigate TPAD 2 confidently, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in the educational landscape.