Iowa Teaching Standards
1. DEMONSTRATES ABILITY TO ENHANCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND SUPPORT FOR AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT'S STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT GOALS.The teacher:Parent Email
a. Provides evidence of student learning to students, families, and staff.
Assessment scores- sent home monthly.
Bedrock word scores
b. Implements strategies supporting student, building, and district goals.Observation Feedback
Lesson Plan Feedback
c. Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making.Assessment scores
Bedrock Words scores
d. Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student.Observation feedback
Peer Observation
e. Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and fairness.DoJO
Behavior Chart
Individual Student behavior Chart
f. Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student learning.Dojo
g. Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and communities effectively and accurately.Parent Communication
Monthly Letter
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DoJo
2. DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CONTENT KNOWLEDGE APPROPRIATE TO THE TEACHING POSITION.
The teacher:Lesson Plans
a. Understands and uses key concepts, underlying themes, relationships, and different perspectives related to the content area.
b. Uses knowledge of student development to make learning experiences in the content area meaningful and accessible for every student.Lesson Plans- Scroll to writing
c. Relates ideas and information within and across content areas.Lesson Plans
d. Understands and uses instructional strategies that are appropriate to the content area.Lesson Plans
Observation Feedback
3. DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN PLANNING AND PREPARING FOR INSTRUCTION.
The teacher:Lesson Plans
a. Uses student achievement data, local standards and the district curriculum in planning for instruction.
b. Sets and communicates high expectations for social, behavioral, and academic success of all students.DoJO
Behavior Chart
Student Individual Behavior Chart
c. Uses student developmental needs, background, and interests in planning for instruction.Lesson Plans
d. Selects strategies to engage all students in learning.Lesson Plans
Observation
e. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the development and sequencing of instruction.Observation
4. USES STRATEGIES TO DELIVER INSTRUCTION THAT MEETS THE MULTIPLE LEARNING NEEDS OF STUDENTS.
The teacher:Observation
a. Aligns classroom instruction with local standards and district curriculum.
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b. Uses research-based instructional strategies that address the full range of cognitive levels.Observation
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c. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting instruction to meet student needs.Observation
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d. Engages students in varied experiences that meet diverse needs and promote social, emotional, and academic growth.Observation
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e. Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests in the instructional process.Lesson Plans
Student work
f. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the delivery of instruction.Lesson Plans
Student Work
Observation
5. USES A VARIETY OF METHODS TO MONITOR STUDENT LEARNING.
The teacher:Lesson Plans
a. Aligns classroom assessment with instruction.
b. Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students and parents.Parent Contact
c. Understands and uses the results of multiple assessments to guide planning and instruction.Lesson Plans
Peer Observation
d. Guides students in goal setting and assessing their own learning.
e. Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students and parents.Parent Contact
f. Works with other staff and building and district leadership in analysis of student progress.Peer Observation
6. DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT.
The teacher:DoJo
a. Creates a learning community that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-regulation for every student.
b. Establishes, communicates, models and maintains standards of responsible student behavior.DoJo
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c. Develops and implements classroom procedures and routines that support high expectations for learning.DoJO
Lesson Plans
d. Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student achievement.Lesson Plans
e. Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment.Individual Student Behavior Chart
Parent Teacher Conference Schedule
7. ENGAGES IN PROFESSIONAL GROWTH.
The teacher:Peer Observation
a. Demonstrates habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning.
Observation
b. Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and student learning.Observation
c. Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities to improve practice.Lesson Plans
Observation
d. Establishes and implements professional development plans based upon the teacher needs aligned to the Iowa Teaching Standards and district/building student achievement goals.Lesson Plan Feedback
8. FULFILLS PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES ESTABLISHED BY THE SCHOOL DISTRICT.
The teacher:
a. Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations.
b. Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and individual district policy.Solutions Form
c. Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals.Solutions
Peer Observations
d. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff.Observation
e. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning.Peer Observations
Parent Contact
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