TDES (Teacher Evaluations)
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Welcome to TDES
What is TDES?
TDES is the Teacher Development and Evaluation System for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). It is based on the Charlotte Danielson Framework for Professional Practice and incorporates elements of the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) rubric developed by the Ohio Standards Board. This comprehensive system is based on self-reflection, observation, feedback, and a plan for growth.The development focus of the TDES system provides opportunities for CMSD professionals to engage within the district in meaningful learning experiences to benefit every child in Cleveland. With focused professional development offered at buildings and at locations throughout the district, CMSD educators dig deep into the Framework for Professional Practice (the TDES rubrics) to enhance the effectiveness of their teaching.Why Update TDES?In 2018, the Ohio State Legislature passed S.B. 216, which changed the state requirements for district teacher evaluation systems. The law requires teacher evaluation systems to be based 100% on the professional practice rubric and eliminates the separate weighted student growth component. The TDES rubric describes high-quality teaching practices and requires evidence of student learning using high-quality student data. The revised language bolsters a culture shift of using data to inform instruction and improve practice.The TDES revisions were developed by the TDES Redesign Committee and designed to give professionals and administrators more time to focus on development and professional practice in a collaborative environment.TDES Steering Committee 2019-2020
TDES policy and procedures are developed by a joint committee of CTU and CMSD administrators.
Heather Grant, Co-Chair, CMSDDirector of Aspiring ProgramJillian Ahrens, Co-Chair, CTUFirst Grade Teacher, Memorial School
3rd Vice-President, K-8 Schools, Cleveland Teachers Union
Co-Director of Grievances, Cleveland Teachers UnionLori Ward, CMSDChief Talent OfficerMark Baumgartner, Member, CTUDirector of Professional Issues, Cleveland Teachers UnionTrustee-at-Large, Cleveland Teachers UnionWendi Kral, Member, CTUPeer Instructional Coach, Jane Addams Business Careers CenterMembership Committee Chair, Cleveland Teachers UnionShari Obrenski, Member, CTU3rd V.P. Senior High/Special, Cleveland Teachers Union
Co-Lead CDCS Joint Oversight Committee
Co-Director of Grievances, Cleveland Teachers Union
Julie Snipes-Rea, Member, CMSDInternal Account Administrator, Data and AccountabilityJessica Baldwin, Member, CMSDExecutive Director Of Intervention ServicesGreat Teachers & Great Leaders
Great Teachers & Great Leaders is our internet-based portal for managing and accessing TDES. This site allows both the professional and the evaluator to manage the evaluation forms, communications, and notifications electronically.