Teacher+Competencies

__**16 Competencies within the TPA**__
The TPA process focusses on 16 competencies which are divided into 5 domains. The Competency statements – or descriptions of the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required to reflect the standards set out in the Ontario College of Teachers’ Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession – are set out in O. Reg. 99/02, Schedule 1. These 16 competencies form the basis for performance appraisals of both new and experienced teachers and are as follows:


 * Commitment to Pupils and Pupil Learning**
 * The teacher demonstrates commitment to the well-being and development of all pupils.
 * The teacher is dedicated in his or her efforts to teach and support pupil learning and achievement.
 * The teacher treats all pupils equitably and with respect.
 * The teacher provides an environment for learning that encourages pupils to be problem-solvers, decision-makers, life-long learners, and contributing members of a changing society.


 * Professional Knowledge**
 * The teacher knows his or her subject matter, the Ontario curriculum, and education-related legislation.
 * The teacher knows a variety of effective teaching and assessment practices.
 * The teacher knows a variety of effective classroom management strategies.
 * The teacher knows how pupils learn and the factors that influence pupil learning and achievement.


 * Teaching Practice**
 * The teacher uses his or her professional knowledge and understanding of pupils, curriculum, legislation, teaching practices, and classroom management strategies to promote the learning and achievement of his or her pupils.
 * The teacher communicates effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
 * The teacher conducts ongoing assessment of his or her pupils’ progress, evaluates their achievement, and reports results to pupils and their parents regularly.
 * The teacher adapts and refines his or her teaching practices through continuous learning and reflection, using a variety of sources and resources.
 * The teacher uses appropriate technology in his or her teaching practices and related professional responsibilities.


 * Leadership and Community**
 * The teacher collaborates with other teachers and school colleagues to create and sustain learning communities in his or her classroom and school.
 * The teacher works with other professionals, parents, and members of the community to enhance pupil learning, pupil achievement, and school programs.


 * Ongoing Professional Learning**
 * The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning and applies it to improve his or her teaching practices.