Teacher Incentive Allotment

The Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) is designed to help school districts recruit, retain, and reward highly effective teachers. Districts can recognize outstanding teachers by awarding them one of three designations: Recognized, Exemplary, or Master.

With a TEA-approved local designation system in place, districts can identify top-performing teachers based on student growth and teacher performance. These designations then generate additional funding that can be used to reward high-impact teachers, support retention efforts, and help recruit more talented educators. Schools in rural or high-need areas may receive higher funding amounts.

How TIA Funding Works

ESC 5 TIA Service Model

TIA District Resources

Region 5 TIA Implementation & Support

How TIA Benefits Teachers ➔

What is TIA?

The Teacher Incentive Allotment was established with the goal of providing outstanding teachers an accessible pathway to a six-figure salary. Unlike previous education programs, the Teacher Incentive Allotment is not a grant. Through approved local designation systems, districts can identify and designate outstanding teachers based on student growth and classroom observation. Employing designated teachers generates extra funding for districts to reward top performers.

TIA is more than just a grant; it is a sustainable, legislative model designed to elevate the teaching profession in Texas. Texas teachers are doing incredible, important work, and they deserve to be recognized for it. TIA is working alongside district leaders to reward thousands of teachers across the state who are making a difference in the lives of our students every day.

The Benefits of TIA for Teachers

The Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) gives teachers an accessible pathway to earning a higher income while remaining in the classroom, allowing them to make a greater difference in the lives of Texas students. TIA elevates the teaching profession and allows districts to celebrate their top performing teachers with compensation and recognition through teacher designations.

Texas teachers are doing incredible, important work, and they deserve to be recognized for it. TIA is working alongside district leaders to reward thousands of teachers across the state who are making a difference in the lives of our students every day.

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