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Iowa Teaching Standards, Criteria and Evidence Adapted from Iowa Teaching Standards and Criteria and Model Evidence from the Department of Education Marcia Knupp Education Consultant Created February 2011 Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. a) Provides multiple forms of evidence of student learning and growth to students, families, and staff. • • • • • • Grade book entries, classroom data Mid-term report/report card Rubrics Letters/emails/newsletters Student work displayed Student portfolio Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. b) Implements strategies supporting student, building and district goals. • Follows CSIP/SIP/IEP • Observation notes • Individual Professional Development Plan • Volunteers for committees • Creates lesson to meet curriculum standards Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. c) Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making. • • • • • • Class test results Lesson plans Team meeting minutes Differentiated lessons Use of IEP results Running Records/other evidence of gathering data • Concurrent lesson plans Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. d) Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student. • • • • Modifications Accommodations Multiple assessments Differentiated Lessons Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. e) Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport, and fairness. • Survey results from students/parents • Class rules/expectations posted • Community Building activities-observations notes • Bulletin boards • Lesson Plans Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. f) Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student learning. • Action steps/teacher action • Notes from child study/problem solving/instructional decision making meetings Standard 1 Demonstrates ability to enhance academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals. g) Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and communities effectively and accurately. • • • • Emails Classroom newsletter Phone call log Thank you notes received Standard 2 Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. a) Understand and uses key concepts, underlying themes, relationships, and different perspectives related to the content area. • Copies of lesson plans • Student work/portfolio • Observation notes Standard 2 Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. b) Uses knowledge of student development to make learning experiences in the content area meaningful and accessible for every student. • • • • • Copies of handouts DVD’s, Videos, websites used Notes on lesson plans Log of AEA involvement Observation notes Standard 2 Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. c) Relates ideas and information within and across content areas • Lesson plans • Notes planning meetings • Observation notes Standard 2 Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position. d) Understands and uses instructional strategies that are appropriate to the content area. • • • • Assessments Evaluator observation notes Lesson Plans Differentiated student work samples Standard 3 Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. a) Uses student achievement data, local standards, and the district curriculum in planning for instruction. • Copies of assessments including preassessments • Lesson plans that fit district standards • Graphs showing variety of assessment results and plans for using assessment data Standard 3 Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. b) Sets and communicates high expectations for social, behavioral, and academic success of all students. • Handbooks, hand-outs • Lesson plans/reflecting teaching/reinforcing expectations • Photos of student successes • Survey results of student response to classroom climate • Observation notes Standard 3 Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. c) Uses student’s developmental needs, backgrounds, and interests in planning for instruction. • • • • Student interest surveys Parent surveys Lesson Plans Variety of project choices for a lesson Standard 3 Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. d) Selects strategies to engage all students in learning. • The use of teaching techniques: cooperative learning, projects, presentations (observable ) • Copies of lesson plans reflecting differentiation of instruction • Student evaluation of completed project • Photos of students engaged in learning activities • Observation notes Standard 3 Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction. e) Uses available resources, including technologies, in the development and sequencing of instruction • Computer use (observable) • Copies of lesson plans that include technology • Observation notes • Bibliography of resources used in planning • Photo documentation • Field trip summaries • Community speakers utilized (observable) Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students. a) Aligns classroom instruction with local standards and district curriculum. • Lesson plans • Assessments results-both teacher developed and textbook • Photo diary/documentation • Notes from team planning sessions • Standards/benchmarks posted in room • Observation notes Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. b) Uses research-based instructional strategies that address the full range of cognitive levels. • Examples of student work • Examples of research reviewed and used • Teacher self-assessment • Workshop implementation, logs and evaluator observation notes • Lesson plans Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. c) Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting instruction to meet student needs. • Use of accommodation and modifications-observable • Copy of instructional decision making plans • Student work showing evidence of positive results • 504, IEP accommodation plans Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. d) Engages students in varied experiences that meet diverse needs and promote social, emotional, and academic growth. • Student work samples • Photos of students engaged in their work • Survey results from students • Lesson plans • Observation notes Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. e) Connects students’ prior knowledge, life experiences, and interests in the instructional process. • • • • Student interview data Providing social activities Parent input about student Student work samples. Lessons with choices for students Standard 4 Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students. f) Uses available resources, including technologies, in the delivery of instruction. • Guest speakers • Lesson plans • Student research projects using variety of presentation formats(observable) • Web site developed by teacher Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. a) Aligns classroom assessment with instruction. • Assessments results reflected in lesson plans • Copies of alternative tests Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. b) Communicates assessment criteria and standards to all students and parents. Newsletter Classroom website Report Cards Parent conferences/information Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. c) Understands and uses the results of multiple assessments to guide planning and instruction. • Evidence of multiple assessments throughout the year • Lesson Plans reflecting assessment results Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. d) Guides students in goal setting and assessing their own learning. • • • • Goal charts Goals sheets written by students Achievement data Lesson plans showing reflective writing for students Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. e) Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students and parents. • • • • Conferences IEP meetings Parent phone calls log Email Standard 5 Uses a variety of methods to monitor student learning. f) Works with other staff, building and district leadership in analysis of student progress. • Notes from team meetings • Child study team/problem solving and /or instructional decision making notes • Evaluator’s observation of team meeting a) Creates a learning community that Standard 6 encourages positive social Demonstrates interaction, active competence in engagement, and selfclassroom regulation for every management. student. • Cooperative learning strategies(observable) • • • • Classroom arrangement (observable) Small group activities (observable) Student jobs in groups (observable) Student self-evaluation of behavior Standard 6 Demonstrates competence in classroom management. b) Establishes, communicates, models, and maintains standards of responsible student behavior. • Expectations posted in classroom • My job/Your job chart posted • Photos of agreements posted c) Develops and implements classroom procedures and Standard 6 routines that support high Demonstrates expectations for student competence in learning. classroom management. • Rules/expectations posted (observable) • Classroom agenda/calendar posted (observable) • Class contract/constitution posted (observable) • Substitute folder available Standard 6 Demonstrates competence in classroom management. d) Uses instructional time effectively to maximize student achievement. • Students on task (observable) • Smooth transitions (observable) • Observation notes Standard 6 Demonstrates competence in classroom management. e) Creates a safe and purposeful learning environment. • Student behavior (observable) • Charts such as My job/Your job posted Standard 7 Engages in professional growth. a)Demonstrates habits and skills of continuous inquiry and learning. • • • • • Transcripts Copies of membership certificates Log of books/journals read Degrees or certification Documentation of professional learning Standard 7 Engages in professional growth. b) Works collaboratively to improve professional practice and student learning. • Lesson plans showing co-teaching • Peer evaluation • Evaluator observation of co-teaching Standard 7 Engages in professional growth. c) Applies research, knowledge, and skills from professional development opportunities to improve practice. • Innovative research-based lessons(observation notes) • Presentation of knowledge to groups • Teacher journal entries showing reflective teaching Standard 7 Engages in professional growth. d) Establishes and implements professional development plans based upon the teacher’s needs aligned to the Iowa teaching standards and district/building student achievement goals. • Show growth in student achievement • Individual professional development plans • Observation notes from evaluator Standard 7 Engages in professional growth. e) Provides an analysis of student learning and growth based on teacher-created tests and authentic measures as well as any standardized and district-wide tests. • • • • • Grade book Student self-graphing ITBS data analysis Item analysis Pre-post assessments Standard 8 Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. a) Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations. • Show growth in student achievement • Teacher evaluation results • Individual professional development plan Standard 8 Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. b) Demonstrates professional and ethical conduct as defined by state law and district policy. • Evaluator observable notes • Documentation of mandatory training Standard 8 Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. c) Contributes to efforts to achieve district and building goals. • Committee documentation of membership • District committee/activity documentation • Evidence of team-player (observable) Standard 8 Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. d) Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for all learners and staff. • Participates in staff functions • Student work samples • Observation notes Standard 8 Fulfills professional responsibilities established by the school district. e) Collaborates with students, families, colleagues, and communities to enhance student learning. • • • • • Phone log of parent contact Email log of parent contacts Conference schedule Community speakers/guests Field trip Iowa Teaching Standards To access material from the Department of Education Go to the Department of Education website at www.iowa.gov ON the left hand side in blue you will see a list…choose educator quality From the next list choose Iowa Teacher Standards and Criteria