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Virginia Teacher Performance Standards

Virginia's teacher evaluation framework organized around seven performance standards. The framework provides a complete structure for evaluating teacher effectiveness, with each standard describing the skills and knowledge expected of all Virginia teachers.

Used statewide across Virginia school divisions.

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  • Organizes observation notes by the seven Virginia performance standards
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Framework Domains

Virginia Standards at a Glance

Performance Standard 1

Demonstrating an understanding of curriculum, subject content, and student developmental needs.

Performance Standard 2

Planning instruction using the Virginia Standards of Learning, student data, and knowledge of students' needs.

Performance Standard 3

Engaging students through effective instructional strategies that promote active learning and critical thinking.

Performance Standard 4

Using multiple assessment strategies to monitor student progress, provide feedback, and adjust instruction.

Performance Standard 5

Creating a safe, orderly, and respectful environment that promotes student engagement and responsibility.

Performance Standard 6

Incorporating culturally responsive teaching practices and promoting equitable outcomes for all students.

Performance Standard 7

Maintaining a commitment to professional ethics, demonstrating professional growth, and contributing to the profession.

Performance Standard 8

Demonstrating student academic progress through multiple measures of student growth.

Rating Scale

Virginia Standards Rating Levels

Highly EffectiveEffectiveApproaching EffectiveIneffective

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