Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool Tpot For Preschool Classrooms Manual

Developed by highly respected creators of the evidence-based Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, the TPOT(TM) tool measures how well teachers are implementing the model in classrooms enrolling children

If your program is among the thousands using the evidence-based Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, this is the one tool you need to make sure teachers are effectively putting it into practice. Developed by highly respected creators of the Pyramid Model for classrooms enrolling children 2-5 years of age, the TPOT(tm) is an in-depth tool that measures how well teachers are implementing practices related to universal, targeted, and individualized supports. A trained administrator conducts a classroom observation and teacher interview, uncovering detailed information about the quality of 14 key teaching practices, noting red flags that indicate areas for immediate support, and observing how teachers respond to challenging behaviors. TPOT(tm) results show schools which practices are being implemented successfully--and what teachers need to focus on to ensure positive social-emotional outcomes for young children. TPOT(tm) helps schools: Support effective implementation of the proven PBIS-based Pyramid model Promote social-emotional competence in young children Implement strategies to prevent and address challenging behavior Compare implementation across classrooms, teachers, and programs Identify where teachers need extra professional development and support Guide coaching efforts TPOT(tm) At a Glance Developers: Lise Fox, Ph.D., Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ph.D., & Patricia Snyder, Ph.D. Areas assessed: Teachersâe(tm) implementation of key practices that promote social-emotional competence, such as responsive interactions, classroom preventive practices, social-emotional teaching strategies, and capacity to provide individualized interventions Age range: For early childhood classrooms that serve children 2-5 years of age Who conducts it: A trained administrator Where itâe(tm)s conducted: Early childhood education classrooms and programs Time to complete: 2 hours for the classroom observation and 15 to 20 minutes for the interview with the teacher See which domain of school readiness in the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework this tool addresses. This Set includes the TPOT(tm) Manual and one package of TPOT(tm) forms

Available in packs of 5, these are the 24-page forms needed to conduct the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT(tm)) for Preschool Classrooms observational assessment. If your program is among the thousands using the evidence-based Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children, this is the one tool you need to support teachers to effectively use the practices. Developed by highly respected creators of the Pyramid Model for classrooms enrolling children 2-5 years of age, the TPOT is an in-depth tool that provides information on how well teachers are implementing practices related to universal, targeted, and individualized supports. This is the one tool you need to make sure teachers are effectively putting the evidence-based Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children into practice. Learn more about TPOT See which domain of school readiness in the Head Start Child Development and Early Learning Framework this tool addresses. View our recorded webinar: Using the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT(tm)) for Preschool Classrooms presented by Lise Fox, Ph.D., Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ph.D., Patricia Snyder, Ph.D.

A child's early teachers and caregivers play a vital role in supporting social-emotional development--and that's why more and more center-based infant and toddler programs are adopting the evidence-based Pyramid Model for Promoting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children. If your program is one of them, TPITOS(TM) is the essential tool you need to ensure that infant-toddler teachers are using the Pyramid Model practices with fidelity. Modeled after the Teaching Pyramid Observation Tool (TPOT(TM)) for Preschool Classrooms, TPITOS is for early childhood settings caring for infants and toddlers from birth to 3 years of age. Focusing on teacher practices and classroom environment variables, TPITOS measures how well your program's staff is fostering responsive, nurturing relationships with children and promoting strong social-emotional development in their earliest years. How It Works A trained TPITOS administrator conducts a 2-hour classroom observation, followed by an interview with the teacher being observed. The observer completes three types of items: 1) Observational Items (practices and environmental factors noted during the observation), 2) Interview Items (practices scored based on the teacher (TM)s responses during the interview), and 3) Red Flags (practices that are not consistent with the Pyramid Model). Results of TPITOS show your program which Pyramid Model practices are being implemented effectively--and what teachers need to focus on to ensure positive social-emotional outcomes for infants and toddlers. TPITOS helps programs: Ensure effective implementation of the proven PBIS-based Pyramid Model Support professional development efforts in center-based infant-toddler settings Strengthen the practices of individual teachers or caregivers, classroom teams, and entire programs Monitor the success of quality improvement initiatives Build a foundation for social-emotional competence in the critical first years of life This set includes the TPITOS Manual and one pack of TPITOS Forms. Learn more about TPITOS

The Teaching Pyramid Infant-Toddler Observation Scale (TPITOS(TM)) is an assessment instrument designed to measure the fidelity of implementation of practices associated with the Pyramid Model in center-based infant and toddler care settings. The TPITOS provides a classroom snapshot of the adult behaviors and classroom environment variables associated with supporting and promoting the social-emotional development of infants and toddlers. The tool is made up of items, or categories, of teacher behavior. The three types of items are a) Observational Items, b) Interview Items, and c) Red Flag Items.

The Teaching Pyramid Infant-Toddler Observation Scale (TPITOS(TM)) is an assessment instrument designed to measure the fidelity of implementation of practices associated with the Pyramid Model in center-based infant and toddler care settings. The TPITOS provides a classroom snapshot of the adult behaviors and classroom environment variables associated with supporting and promoting the social-emotional development of infants and toddlers. The tool is made up of items, or categories, of teacher behavior. The three types of items are a) Observational Items, b) Interview Items, and c) Red Flag Items.

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"This practical guide details evidence-based strategies for implementing the Pyramid Model from the creators of the Pyramid Model. It is written for classroom teachers who are novice users of the model to help them understand the principles and use the practices. Unpacking the Pyramid Model is the definitive resource to help teachers improve their classroom practices to support social emotional competence and prevent challenging behavior"--