A Comprehensive Guide to TSC TPAD Documents for Teachers
In the teaching profession, it’s crucial for educators to maintain professional standards and keep accurate records to ensure effective curriculum delivery.
The Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development (TPAD) system by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya provides a framework to assess teachers’ performance.
To meet these standards, teachers must maintain and update various documents regularly.
Here is a comprehensive checklist of the documents required for TPAD compliance:
- Current Personal Timetable/Training Schedule
This document outlines a teacher’s schedule for classes and any ongoing training sessions.
- Syllabi/Course Outline/Curriculum Design
These documents provide an overview of the subjects or courses a teacher is responsible for, including the curriculum objectives and content.
- Approved Schemes of Work/Work Plans
Schemes of work outline the topics to be covered, the teaching methods, and the resources needed for each subject or course.
Work plans break down these schemes into a more detailed timeline.
- Updated Lesson Plans/Facilitators Guide
Lesson plans detail the specific activities and learning objectives for each class session.
A facilitator’s guide provides additional notes and resources for effective teaching.
- Updated Lesson Notes/Presentation Notes
These notes summarize the key points covered in each lesson and any additional information or insights shared with students.
- Records of Work/Sessions/Activities Checked Weekly
This record tracks the progress of the curriculum delivery, highlighting completed tasks and activities.
- Examination Analysis by Subject (National and Internal)/Assessment Records/Staff Training Indices Records
These documents show the performance of students in examinations and assessments, as well as records of staff training attended or conducted.
- Marked/Checked Learners’ Work Exercise Books/Training Reports/Back to Office Reports
These documents provide evidence of students’ work and the feedback given by the teacher.
- Co-curricular/Team Building Activity Records
Records of extracurricular activities and team-building exercises organized or participated in by the teacher.
- Learners’/Trainees’ Conduct and Behaviour Records and Guidance and Counseling Records
These records document any disciplinary issues, counseling sessions, or guidance provided to students.
- Copies of Subject/Programmes/Departmental Meeting Minutes
Minutes of meetings attended by the teacher related to subjects taught, programs, or departmental activities.
- Teacher Performance Appraisal and Development Records
Records of the teacher’s performance appraisal, including any areas of improvement identified and the actions taken to address them.
- Individualized Educational Programmes (IEP) Records
These records detail the educational plans tailored to meet the specific needs of students with special needs or learning difficulties.
- Professional Development Activities
Records of any professional development courses, workshops, or conferences attended by the teacher.
- Lesson Observation Records
Records of observations of the teacher’s lessons conducted by supervisors or peers, along with feedback provided.
- Records of Community and Stakeholders Involvement
Documentation of the teacher’s involvement in community activities or engagement with stakeholders such as parents or local leaders.
- Evidence of Integration of ICT in Teaching/Learning
Evidence showing how the teacher incorporates Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in their teaching methods.
- Preparation of Teaching Aids Using Locally Available Resource Materials
Documentation of the teacher’s efforts in creating teaching aids using locally available materials, promoting resourcefulness.
By maintaining these documents, teachers can provide concrete evidence of their professional knowledge and practice, aligning with TPAD standards.
Regular updates and accurate record-keeping are essential for effective performance appraisal and professional development.
Conclusion
Mr. Weldon Kosgei, a dedicated educator with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in Kenya, brings years of experience and a deep love for education to his role at TSCNewsToday.co.ke. He provides insightful and timely updates on TSC policies, educational trends, and best practices, making his articles valuable resources for educators and administrators. Mr. Kosgei’s commitment to enhancing education shines through in his writing, connecting and inspiring the teaching community across Kenya.
