Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA)

The Teaching Performance Assessment (TPA) is a comprehensive evaluation process used to assess prospective teachers' readiness to effectively plan, deliver, and assess instruction. It involves candidates demonstrating their teaching skills through various tasks, such as designing lesson plans, teaching students, and reflecting on their practice. The goal is to ensure teachers can create engaging lessons, adapt to student needs, and foster learning. TPA provides a structured way for educator preparation programs and licensing agencies to verify that new teachers possess the essential skills needed to succeed in real classroom environments.