Colorado Teacher Quality Standards (TQS)
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I: Content Mastery
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I: Content Mastery
Teachers demonstrate mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content they teach.
1A Teachers provide instruction that is aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards and their district’s organized plan of instruction.
1B Teachers develop and implement lessons that connect to a variety of content areas/disciplines and emphasize literacy and mathematical practices.
1C Teachers demonstrate knowledge of the content, central concepts, inquiry, appropriate evidence-based instructional practices, and specialized characteristics of the disciplines being taught.
II: Learning Environment
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II: Learning Environment
Teachers establish a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students.
2A Teachers foster a predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers.
2B Teachers demonstrate an awareness of, a commitment to, and a respect for multiple aspects of diversity, while working toward common goals as a community of learners.
2C Teachers engage students as individuals, including those with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting their teaching for the benefit of all students.
2D Teachers work collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students.
III: Effective Instruction
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III: Effective Instruction
Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction and create an environment that facilitates learning for their students..
3A Teachers demonstrate knowledge about the ways in which learning takes place, including the levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students.
3B Teachers use formal and informal methods to assess student learning, provide feedback, and use results to inform planning and instruction.
3C Teachers integrate and utilize appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences.
3D Teachers establish and communicate high expectations and use processes to support the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
3E Teachers provide students with opportunities to work in teams and develop leadership.
3F Teachers model and promote effective communication.
IV: Professionalism
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IV: Professionalism
Teachers demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership.
4A Teachers demonstrate high standards for professional conduct.
4B Teachers link professional growth to their professional goals.
4C Teachers respond to a complex, dynamic environment.
4D Teachers demonstrate leadership in the school, the community, and the teaching profession.
