Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)
Teacher Incentive Allotment
Principal’s Leadership TIA Training
Principal Leadership TIA Training kicked off the 2026–2027 school year by preparing campus leaders to lead TIA implementation with clarity, consistency, and purpose. As United ISD expands TIA eligibility to 99% of teachers, principals are strengthening their understanding of program expectations, student growth measures, T-TESS 2.0 alignment, and the systems needed to support teacher success and recognize instructional excellence.
Current News
TIA Strategic Compensation Steering Committee
A dedicated group of UISD administrators gathered for the inaugural meeting of the TIA Strategic Compensation Steering Committee on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the J.B. Alexander High School – 9th Grade Campus Library. This meeting officially marks the launch of a collaborative effort to design a compensation framework specifically tailored for our principals and assistant principals. The goal is to better recognize the impact of their leadership, support their professional growth, and ultimately strengthen outcomes for both our educators and students.
2026 TIA Summit Photos
That commitment to excellence was on full display during the Second Annual Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Summer Summit, Enhance the Practice. Advance the Profession., held at the UISD Student Activity Center. More than 470 educators voluntarily gathered for a full day of professional learning designed to strengthen instructional practices, celebrate the district’s success with TIA, and continue building a culture of innovative teaching and quality instruction.
A Message from our Superintendent of Schools
United ISD - Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA)
Welcome to the United Independent School District's Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) Department! We're dedicated to recognizing, retaining, and rewarding our most effective educators by providing clear pathways for significant additional compensation. Our commitment extends to providing comprehensive support and resources to both teachers and administrators, empowering you every step of the way in attaining TIA designations. Explore how TIA can benefit your career and contribute to our students' continued success.
Motto | Vision | Mission
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Rewarding Excellence
Empowering Educators
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The Teacher Incentive Allotment Department's vision includes a culture where every teacher's dedication and impact are recognized and valued. We aim to expand our incentive program to encompass all educators, creating a system that empowers and rewards every teacher for their commitment to student success. Through this expansion, we seek to foster a collaborative and supportive educational environment that elevates teaching excellence across all schools, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes and a more vibrant, inspired educational community.
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The Teacher Incentive Allotment Department is dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and rewarding outstanding educators. Our mission is to cultivate a culture of excellence in teaching by implementing an effective program that recognizes and celebrates teachers' impactful contributions. Through our commitment to promoting professional growth and student achievement, we aim to inspire a community of educators dedicated to nurturing tomorrow's leaders.
What is the Teacher Incentive Allotment?
HB 3 established the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) to recognize effective teachers on three different levels: recognized, exemplary, and master. These teacher designations generate additional teacher-focused allotment funding for districts in order for them to reward their top performers.
Teachers earn designations through two different routes. First, National Board Certified teachers are eligible to earn a Recognized designation. Second, districts may designate their effective teachers when they are approved for a local teacher designation system. The approval process is multi-step and includes the submission of a system application to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and then a data validation process through Texas Tech University.
United ISD TIA Designation Allotment Amounts
National Board Certified
$5,223
Acknowledged
$5,223
Recognized
$8,704
Exemplary
$14,927
Master
$20,891
