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STANDARD: DEMONSTRATES ABILITY TO ENHANCE ACADEMIC
PERFORMANCE AND SUPPORT FOR AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT'S STUDENT
ACHIEVEMENT GOALS. |
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STANDARD: USES A VARIETY OF METHODS TO MONITOR STUDENT
LEARNING. |
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The teacher: a. Provides evidence
of student learning to students, families, and staff.
b. Implements strategies supporting student, building, and
district goals.
c. Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making.
d. Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a
classroom culture that supports the learning of every student.
e. Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and
fairness.
f. Participates in and contributes to a school culture that
focuses on improved student learning.
g. Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and
communities effectively and accurately. |
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The teacher: a. Aligns classroom
assessment with instruction.
b. Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students
and parents.
c. Understands and uses the results of multiple assessments to
guide planning and instruction.
d. Guides students in goal setting and assessing their
own learning.
e. Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students and
parents.
f. Works with other staff and building and district leadership
in analysis of student progress. |
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STANDARD: DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CONTENT KNOWLEDGE
APPROPRIATE TO THE TEACHING POSITION. |
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STANDARD: DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT. |
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The teacher: 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.
c. Relates ideas and information within and across content areas.
d. Understands and uses instructional strategies that are
appropriate to the content area. |
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The teacher: 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.
c. Develops and implements classroom procedures and routines that
support high expectations for learning.
d. Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student
achievement.
e. Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment. |
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STANDARD: DEMONSTRATES COMPETENCE IN PLANNING AND
PREPARING FOR INSTRUCTION. |
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STANDARD: ENGAGES IN PROFESSIONAL GROWTH. |
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The teacher:
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.
c. Uses student developmental needs, background, and interests
in planning for instruction.
d. Selects strategies to engage all students in learning.
e. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the
development and sequencing of instruction. |
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The teacher: a. Demonstrates
habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning.
b. Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and
student learning.
c. Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional
development opportunities to improve practice.
d. Establishes and implements professional
development plans based upon the teacher needs aligned to the Iowa Teaching Standards and
district/building student achievement goals. |
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STANDARD: USES STRATEGIES TO DELIVER INSTRUCTION THAT
MEETS THE MULTIPLE LEARNING NEEDS OF STUDENTS. |
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STANDARD: FULFILLS PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
ESTABLISHED BY THE SCHOOL DISTRICT. |
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The teacher:
a. Aligns classroom instruction with local standards and district
curriculum.
b. Uses research-based instructional strategies that
address the full range of cognitive levels.
c. Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting
instruction to meet student needs.
d. Engages students in varied experiences that meet diverse needs
and promote social, emotional, and academic growth.
e. Connects students' prior knowledge, life experiences, and
interests in the instructional process.
f. Uses available resources, including technologies, in the delivery
of instruction.
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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.
c. Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals.
d. Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners
and staff.
e. Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to
enhance student learning.
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