Georgia Teacher Keys Effectiveness System (TKES)
Georgia's statewide teacher evaluation framework built around the Teacher Assessment on Performance Standards (TAPS). Organized into 5 domains, 10 performance standards, and multiple indicators, with a four-level performance continuum (Level I through Level IV, where Level III is the expected standard).
Used statewide in Georgia across all 180 school districts.
Framework Domains
TKES at a Glance
Domain 1: Planning
Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.
Domain 2: Instructional Delivery
Engages students in active learning by using research-based instructional strategies, including the effective use of technology.
Domain 3: Assessment of and for Learning
Systematically gathers, analyzes, and uses relevant data to measure student progress, to inform instructional content and delivery methods, and to provide timely and constructive feedback.
Domain 4: Learning Environment
Creates a student-centered, academic environment in which teaching and learning occur at high levels and students are self-directed learners.
Domain 5: Professionalism and Communication
Collaborates and communicates effectively with students, parents/guardians, district and school colleagues, and the community to promote student learning and professional growth.
Rating Scale
TKES Rating Levels
How Observation Copilot Helps
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- Maps observation notes to the five TAPS domains and ten performance standards
- Generates evidence-based feedback organized by TKES performance levels
- Suggests ratings on the four-level continuum based on observed evidence
- Creates targeted next steps tied to specific TAPS standards
- Reduces post-observation write-up time for Georgia principals
Used In
States Using TKES
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