Furthering Teacher and Student Development
Teachers are the most important school-related factor when it comes to a student’s success. But good teaching doesn’t just happen. It is developed through effective instruction, a deep knowledge of the content at hand, a profound understanding of the students and a continuous effort to improve individual and school-wide practice.
The Chicago Teacher Advancement Program (Chicago TAP) is designed to help advance this effort by supporting and developing good teaching and, ultimately, improving student achievement.
Chicago TAP is a customized initiative based on the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching’s (NIET) proven TAP model. The system encompasses performance based compensation, classroom observations, job-embedded professional development and school-based career opportunities for teachers and principals. As a result of participation in Chicago TAP, teachers can advance professionally and earn higher salaries, just as in other careers. And they can do so without leaving the place they’re needed most — the classroom.
Within this Web site are the resources for you to learn more about Chicago TAP and the national TAP model upon which it is based. You can also learn how to become a part of Chicago TAP. Participating schools can explore the School Login section for more in-depth tools, strategies and information.
Check out Chicago TAP on CPS Now (video will load in new window).
