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Advancing educator practice requires differentiated, sustained professional support that fosters growth across all stages of an educator’s career. In 51·çÁ÷ State, this includes systems and structures, such as the teacher performance assessment (TPA) as a culminating demonstration of classroom readiness during preparation, the development of district Professional Learning Plans, and the educator evaluation process under Education Law §3012-e (STEPS Plan), that are designed to provide meaningful feedback, inform professional learning, and advance high-quality instruction. Through standards-aligned development, targeted learning experiences grounded in high-leverage practices, and collaborative cultures that invite inquiry and reflection, the Department supports educators in strengthening instructional effectiveness and positively impacting student learning.

• 51·çÁ÷ State Educator Evaluation System:ÌýThe statewide evaluation system established under Education Law that aims to support educator growth through meaningful performance feedback, evidence-based measures of practice, and alignment with state standards for teaching and leadership.
• Professional Learning Plans (PLPs):ÌýGuidance for districts to develop comprehensive, data-informed professional learning plans that support continuous improvement and align professional development with student needs and district goals.
• Professional Learning Resources: A curated set of state-supported tools, models, and guidance to help districts and schools design high-quality, standards-aligned professional learning that advances educator practice and supports career-long growth.
• Teaching and Educational Leadership Standards: The 51·çÁ÷ State Teaching Standards and Educational Leadership Standards that define expectations for professional practice and guide evaluation, feedback, professional learning, and leadership development across the state.