Instruction and Professional Development (IPD) provides important professional development to help educators improve their skills, competencies and student achievement. IPD workshops are designed to deal with teacher evaluation, certification, ESEA/NCLB, IDEA, classroom management, PRAXIS, teaching strategies, diversity, and more.  

The Division is also responsible for:

• Distinguished Educators Awards Program (DEAP)
• Future Teachers of America (FTA)
• IPD Commission
• Parental Involvement publications
• Spring Symposium on professional renewal and reflection
• Student Tennessee Education Association (STEA)
• Support for members pursuing National Board Certification through National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)

Click here for a list of professional development opportunities offered by the Instruction and Professional Development Division of TEA. Contact staff for additional information.