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TITLE 19EDUCATION
PART 2TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY
CHAPTER 149COMMISSIONER'S RULES CONCERNING EDUCATOR STANDARDS
SUBCHAPTER AATEACHER STANDARDS
RULE §149.1001Teacher Standards

      (i) Teachers design instruction, change strategies, and differentiate their teaching practices to improve student learning based on assessment outcomes.

      (ii) Teachers regularly compare their curriculum scope and sequence with student data to ensure they are on track and make adjustments as needed.

  (6) Standard 6--Professional Practices and Responsibilities. Teachers consistently hold themselves to a high standard for individual development, pursue leadership opportunities, collaborate with other educational professionals, communicate regularly with stakeholders, maintain professional relationships, comply with all campus and school district policies, and conduct themselves ethically and with integrity.

    (A) Teachers reflect on their teaching practice to improve their instructional effectiveness and engage in continuous professional learning to gain knowledge and skills and refine professional judgment.

      (i) Teachers reflect on their own strengths and professional learning needs, using this information to develop action plans for improvement.

      (ii) Teachers establish and strive to achieve professional goals to strengthen their instructional effectiveness and better meet students' needs.

      (iii) Teachers engage in relevant, targeted professional learning opportunities that align with their professional growth goals and their students' academic and social-emotional needs.

    (B) Teachers collaborate with their colleagues, are self-aware in their interpersonal interactions, and are open to constructive feedback from peers and administrators.

      (i) Teachers seek out feedback from supervisors, coaches, and peers and take advantage of opportunities for job-embedded professional development.

      (ii) Teachers actively participate in professional learning communities organized to improve instructional practices and student learning.

    (C) Teachers seek out opportunities to lead students, other educators, and community members within and beyond their classrooms.

      (i) Teachers clearly communicate the mission, vision, and goals of the school to students, colleagues, parents and families, and other community members.

      (ii) Teachers seek to lead other adults on campus through professional learning communities, grade- or subject-level team leadership, committee membership, or other opportunities.

    (D) Teachers model ethical and respectful behavior and demonstrate integrity in all situations.

      (i) Teachers adhere to the educators' code of ethics in §247.2 of this title (relating to Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators), including following policies and procedures at their specific school placement(s).

      (ii) Teachers communicate consistently, clearly, and respectfully with all members of the campus community, including students, parents and families, colleagues, administrators, and staff.

      (iii) Teachers serve as advocates for their students, focusing attention on students' needs and concerns and maintaining thorough and accurate student records.


Source Note: The provisions of this §149.1001 adopted to be effective June 30, 2014, 39 TexReg 4955

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