Appraisals
DMAC Solutions offers web-based appraisal tools (T-TESS & T-PESS) designed for educators and administrators to streamline the evaluation process. Manage appraisals, set goals, and monitor progress over time. The software supports data-driven decision-making and compliance with state and district-level standards, making it easier to maintain consistent and efficient evaluations. We also support the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) by providing tools and personalized guidance that help schools track and manage teacher performance data.
T-TESS & T-PESS
Appraisal System for Teachers and Principals
Customization
Tailor the software to meet the specific needs of your school, aligning with district and state standards.
Data-Driven Insights
Integrated data analysis tools offer valuable insights into teacher performance, making it easier to identify areas for growth and to trend data.
Support and Integration
DMAC seamlessly integrates with other tools within the software and offers robust customer support, ensuring smooth implementation and ongoing usage.
Compliance and Accountability
Ensures that evaluations are compliant with state regulations and guidelines while providing transparency in performance tracking for teachers/principals.
It's Easy to Use!
User-friendly interface simplifies the appraisal process for both administrators and educators, making it easy to navigate and manage data.
Efficiency
Automated features reduce administrative tasks, allowing for more time to focus on professional development and improving teacher performance.
Support included with the purchase of T-TESS
DMAC is a TEA-approved Technical Assistance Provider (TAP) offering a comprehensive service to Texas educators who need assistance with the various phases of implementing the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA). We offer this service AT NO ADDITIONAL COST! With DMAC, all schools receive customized support to maximize success with TIA.
Included with the cost of T-TESS:
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T-TESS & General Application Support – Set up and manage TIA within DMAC
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Free Webinars – Ongoing professional learning opportunities
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Customized TIA/T-TESS Onboarding – Configured to fit your specific needs
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Personalized Appraiser Training & Calibration – Guidance from professional staff to maintain consistency in evaluations
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On-Demand TIA Support – Year-round assistance for TIA tracking and calibration
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Data Analysis & Reporting – Insights and reports to support TIA decision-making
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Inter-Rater Reliability Analysis – Tools for ensuring consistency in evaluations
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TIA Application Feedback Support – Assistance in refining/ improving TIA applications
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Student Growth Support – Guidance on tracking and evaluating student progress
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Data Submission & Validation – Support for accurate reporting and compliance with TEA requirements
TIA Support Workflow
As a designated Technical Assistance Provider (TAP), DMAC starts with the workflow below and customizes it to provide personalized guidance for each school as they implement the different phases of TIA.
Year 0-1
Develop Local Designation System
• TIA Readiness Guide webinar
• Custom planning sessions
• Build student growth templates
• Data readiness analysis
• Communication plan for stakeholders
Year 1
Application Submission
• Finalize data collection templates
• Correlation and skew analysis training
• Guidance on data entry protocols
• Conduct system readiness check-ins
Year 2
System Implementation/Data Capture
• Real-time data tracking support
• Correlation & skew analysis checkpoints
• Custom sessions to review progress
• Unlimited phone and email support
Year 3 (Fall/Winter)
Data Submission & Validation
• Build and validate submission files
• Run final correlation and skew reports
• Conduct pre-submission technical reviews
Year 3 (EOY)
Post-Submission Support
• Support post-submission data requests
• Year-end review to improve future cycles
• Support of district data/observations
• Planning for next cycle
Onward
Fully Approved Systems/Modifications
• Long-term monitoring/support for newly awarded designations
• Optional annual health checks of the local designation system