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 2022-2023
TDES policy and procedures are developed by a joint committee of CTU and CMSD administrators.
Heather Grant, Co-Chair, CMSDExecutive Director of Talent DevelopmentJillian 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 and Equity OfficerMark Baumgartner, Member, CTUDirector of Professional Issues, Cleveland Teachers UnionTrustee-at-Large, Cleveland Teachers UnionWendi Kral, Member, CTUTeacher K-8 Middle, Virtual SchoolMembership Committee Chair, Cleveland Teachers UnionDeborah Paden, Member, CTU3rd V.P. Senior High/Special, Cleveland Teachers UnionTroy Beadling, CMSDElementary Principal K-8, Scranton SchoolBernetta Wiggins, CMSDExecutive Director Integrated Health/Student Services
Great 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.