Master Teacher Program Background

The Educator Standards Board (ESB) has defined the criteria required to become a "master teacher." The master teacher program is a way to recognize teachers who exceed district expectations. Complete forms and instructions are available at www.ode.state.oh.us using search keywords master teacher.

Master Teacher Information:

• A – Master Teacher Definition and Criteria (PDF)
• B – Master Teacher Processes and Procedures (PDF)
• C – Master Teacher Application (PDF)
• D – Master Teacher Scoring Guide (PDF)
• F – Master Teacher Candidate's Score Report (PDF)
• G – Master Teacher Recommendation Form (PDF)
• H – Candidate's Checklist for Submission of Materials (PDF)
• J – Master Teacher Writing/Evidence Guidelines (PDF)
• K – Master Teacher Examples of Evidence (PDF)
• L – One-Page Version of Ohio Standards for the Teaching Profession (PDF)
• M – Master Teacher At a Glance (PDF) (program requirements)