Teacher Incentive Allotment

Why did Crowley ISD choose to participate in the Teacher Incentive Allotment system?
Crowley ISD chose to participate in the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) to recognize and reward highly effective teachers who demonstrate strong results with students. The district believes it is important to provide opportunities for outstanding teachers to earn additional compensation without requiring them to move into roles outside of the classroom.

Who is eligible for the Teacher Incentive Allotment?
Our goal is to provide all teachers with the opportunity to be in an eligible teaching assignment within our local Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) system. Each year, the district reviews and identifies areas where eligible assignments can be expanded while continuing to grow the program in a responsible and sustainable way.

What is the amount of additional compensation?
TEA designates that at least 90% of the funds received will be spent on teacher compensation on the campuses where the designated teacher works. Each campus is designated as Tier 1-5 according to the percentage of economically disadvantaged students enrolled. The funds available for designations are:

• Recognized Level: $3,000 - $9,000
• Exemplary Level: $9,000 - $18,000
• Master Level: $12,000 - $32,000

How much of the allotment generated is distributed to the teacher?
Crowley ISD distributes 90% of the allotment received for the campus directly to the teacher who earned the designation. For more information about estimated allotment amounts by campus and designation level, please refer to the TIA funding map, which is updated each April.

How do teachers obtain National Board Certification?
Teachers who hold or obtain National Board Certification will automatically enter the TIA designation system at the recognized level. To become a Board-certified teacher, eligible candidates must demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills, and practice in their individual certificate area by completing four components: three portfolio entries and a computer-based assessment. Click here to learn more about eligibility requirements and the certification process.

Teachers may receive one of three ratings based on T-TESS and Student Growth Measures: recognized, exemplary, or master. Teachers who hold or obtain National Board Certification will automatically enter the TIA designation system at the recognized level. 

Once district criteria has been developed, a teacher's T-TESS and Student Growth measures will be evaluated based upon the developed rubric.

Texas Tech University will verify the process and the validity of the data. If approved, that teacher will receive one of the three ratings listed above, along with the additional state determined compensation for that campus. Also, the designation will be placed on their teaching certificate. 

A teacher's designation is valid for five years, at which time that teacher will be re-evaluated. Based on performance during the five-year designation, a teacher can be recommended for a higher designation but not a lower designation. 

The Texas Education Agency has developed criteria for the components of the TIA and has selected the Texas Tech University to assist in the selection of districts. 

This is a rigorous process for districts to gain approval for TIA funding. Teacher evaluations, observations and student outcomes must align. 

If you have questions, email CISD_TIA@crowley.k12.tx.us.