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"Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Labor. This program provides funding for projects that develop and implement performance-based teacher and principal compensation systems in high-need schools.
It supports comprehensive performance-based compensation systems or human capital management systems for teachers, principals, or other school leaders who raise student growth and academic achievement and close the achievement gap. The program also supports related educator supports such as peer-to-peer coaching and job-embedded professional development.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants to be determined by the specific notice, but generally focuses on entities working with high-need schools. Partnerships with for-profit entities may be possible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $60,000,000 total across multiple awards. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was June 9, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL) is funded by U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Labor. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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Teacher and School Leader Incentive (TSL) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Labor. The TSL program supports entities in implementing, improving, or expanding their Human Capital Management System, which must include a Performance-Based Compensation System. This is part of an effort to align workforce and education programs and bolster educator effectiveness.
National Professional Development Program (NPD) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of Labor. This program provides grants to public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education and public/private entities with relevant experience, in consortia with State or Local Educational Agencies. It funds pre-service and in-service professional development to improve instruction for English learners (ELs) and assist education personnel working with ELs to meet high professional standards.
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