Educator Effectiveness

Instruction

Important Notice:
Please note that these pages are relevant for the previous Guidelines for Educator Preparation Program Approval. While you may find that some of these resources are still useful, please review our Ed Prep Review and Approval site that has updated resources based on our 2023 Guidelines for Educator Preparation Program Approval.

The Department aims to improve instruction in the Commonwealth by supporting educators through every stage of their career, with educator preparation acting as a critical foundation for the beginning of that career. The goal of educator preparation programs is to ensure that candidates have the necessary knowledge and skills to be effective educators. Below are resources and links related to the knowledge and skills required to be an effective educator.

Professional Standards for Teachers

Subject Matter Knowledge (SMK)

Last Updated: May 29, 2025

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