Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC)

The Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) is a national organization that creates and promotes professional standards for teachers. Its goal is to ensure that educators effectively support student learning by adhering to best practices in teaching, such as designing instruction, assessing student understanding, and fostering a positive learning environment. InTASC provides guiding principles and frameworks for teacher preparation, development, and evaluation, helping improve teaching quality across different states and educational settings. Essentially, it serves as a blueprint for what teachers should know and be able to do to support student success.