ETS Performance Assessment for Teacher Leaders Candidate Handbook
The ETS Performance Assessment for Teacher Leaders Assessment Candidate Handbook is a free download that includes an overview of the assessment and instructions for completing tasks. The handbook is updated from time to time, so always check the "last updated" date on the cover to be sure you have the latest version.
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Glossary
A list of common terms you should know before beginning your ETS Performance Assessment for Teacher Leaders is included in the Glossary.
Download the Glossary.
Permission Forms
You must get permission for the use of all materials or feedback (e.g., written observations, emails, letters, documents) you submit as artifacts that are not created solely by you. The required permission forms are listed below. After you have obtained the appropriate permissions, retain the forms with your records.
- Students Under 18 Permission Form
- Students Over 18 Permission Form
- Colleagues and Other Adults Permission Form
Task 4 Standardized Reflection Form
This form is used to document feedback from the observed colleague for your Task 4 response.
Task Requirements
Each Requirements document contains the activities and guiding prompts for each task, the standards and indicators measured by each task, and detailed instructions to follow when submitting responses.
Scoring Rubrics
Each task in the assessment is scored based on a 4-point rubric that delegates scores based on how well you encompassed all the required PATL standards in your submission.
Completing the Assessment in a Virtual or Hybrid Learning Environment
Guidance for Completing the Performance Assessment for Teacher Leaders (PATL) in a Virtual Learning Environment or Hybrid Model explains how candidates can complete the assessment tasks in a virtual learning environment.
When working in a virtual environment, it may be difficult to obtain signatures for the permission forms. Therefore, candidates may use electronic signature programs, such as DocuSign®, to obtain permission form approvals if unable to obtain physical signatures.
Download the PATL Assessment: Virtual Learning Environment Guidance.
The Submission System User Guide
This guide contains step-by-step instructions with related screen shots to help you through the submission system process.
Download the Submission System User Guide.
Library of Examples
This collection of actual responses submitted by teacher leadership candidates allows you to compare stronger and weaker responses against your own response.
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Teacher Leader Model Standards
The Teacher Leader Model Standards outline the requirements for each task included in the PATL assessment.
Download the Teacher Leader Model Standards.