Allotments. Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ. Allotments are based on the teacher's designation level and campus of employment, with greater funding for high-needs and rural campuses.
Consider these incentives: Recognition. Many times, the best motivation is recognition. PD Opportunities. Professional development allows educators to improve their skills and build knowledge. Flexible Scheduling. Grading Assistance. Gift Cards. Leadership Opportunities.
The funding available for the teacher incentive allotment varies by designation: Recognized teachers: $3,000 to $9,000 per teacher. Exemplary teachers: $6,000 to $18,000 per teacher. Master teachers: $12,000 to $32,000 per teacher.
TIA is built for Texas school districts to designate and reward top-performing teachers. Teachers can earn one of three levels of designation – Recognized, Exemplary, or Master. Teachers with a National Board certification may be designated as Recognized.
Recognized teachers: $3,000 to $9,000 per teacher. Exemplary teachers: $6,000 to $18,000 per teacher. Master teachers: $12,000 to $32,000 per teacher.
For teachers who meet eligibility criteria, the district employing the teacher as of the last Friday in February will receive funds for that school year and must spend the allotment funds by August 31. The percentage of allotment awarded to the designated teacher varies by district.
Recognized teachers: $3,000 to $9,000 per teacher. Exemplary teachers: $6,000 to $18,000 per teacher. Master teachers: $12,000 to $32,000 per teacher.
A district local designation system can designate teachers at any level. Teachers with an active National Board Certification may be designated as Recognized by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Districts receive an annual allotment for each eligible designated teacher they employ.