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Utah Teacher Development Continuum

 
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Preservice
Preparation of New Teachers
Praxis Content Testing

Level 1

INTRODUCTION/BASIC

Demonstrates standards of effective teaching at a basic level.
Entry Years Enhancement Requirements

- 3 Years effective teaching/specialized induction
- PRAXIS II - PLT and content test if applicable
- Successful Teacher evaluation*
- Portfolio Development
- Work with a Mentor



Level 2

PROFESSIONAL

License Renewal (5 Year Cycle)
Demonstrates standards of effective teaching a proficient level.

Master's Degree
Teacher/Core Academies Curriculum (District Evaluation*)
District Professional Development Plan (District evaluation*)
Personal Professional Improvement Plan (district evaluation*)

*Evaluation Includes evidence of the following:

- Participant learning
- Student learning outcomes
- Organization support and change
- Participant application of new knowledge and skills


Level 3

DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR

License Renewal (7 Year Cycle)
Demonstrates standards of effective teaching at distinguished level.

  EdD and PhD National Board Certification  

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