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Professional Growth Plan Template

This professional growth plan template for teachers has two pages. Page 1 holds your goal, the data behind it and an action table. Page 2 tracks check-ins, evidence, reflection and next year's goal, with signature lines.

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Grade Level
All Grades
Pages
2
Formats
PDF, Google Docs, Word
Paper Size
US Letter and A4
Checked By
Milo, Classroom Teacher
Last Updated
October 2026

Professional Growth Plan Template Example

A 7th grade math teacher's plan for one year-long goal, signed in September.

Professional growth plan for a 7th grade math teacher: a goal to have 75% of students explain their reasoning in writing by May, the test data behind it, and four action steps with the evidence, timeline and support for each, signed by the teacher and his assistant principal.

What's in the Professional Growth Plan Template

Goal and Reasons

Teacher details, a focus area, a measurable goal with a due date and the data behind it.

Action Table

Columns for what you will do, the evidence of growth, the timeline and the support you need.

Progress and Reflection

A check-in table, evidence and reflection boxes, a goal status checklist and signature lines.

Editable Versions

Type into the Word, Google Docs or PDF file, or print it to fill in by hand. US Letter or A4.

How to Use the Professional Growth Plan Template

  1. Fill in the Details

    Add your name, school, school year, grade and subject, your supervisor and the focus area for the year.

  2. Write a Measurable Goal

    State one goal with a number and a date, such as a share of students meeting a target by May.

  3. Explain the Why

    In the second box, name the data or feedback that led to this goal, such as test results or an observation.

  4. Plan Your Actions

    In the table, list each action, the evidence you will collect, when it happens and who will support you.

  5. Check In and Reflect

    On page 2, log each check-in, record what changed for students and sign with your supervisor.

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