What is the professional development program for newly hired teachers?

• A. Teacher Education and Development Program (TEDP)
• B. Teacher Induction Program (TIP)
• C. Individual Plan for Professional Development (IPPD)
• D. Competency-based Performance Appraisal System of Teachers (CB-PAST)

Answer: (A)

The program for teachers who have just joined the profession is focused on onboarding and laying a solid foundation for their practice. Teacher Education and Development Program is designed to introduce new educators to the school system, provide structured mentorship, and deliver initial training in essential skills like classroom management, lesson planning, and assessment. It creates a standardized path that helps new teachers start teaching confidently and effectively from the outset.

While a Teacher Induction Program exists as part of support for newcomers, the labeled professional development pathway for new hires in this context is the Teacher Education and Development Program. The Individual Plan for Professional Development is used later to tailor ongoing growth for the individual, and the Competency-based Performance Appraisal System centers on evaluating competencies and performance rather than delivering the initial development experience.