Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024
(1)
Authorization. The
preliminary native language teaching authorization is provided to noneducators
entering the education profession to teach their native language as a foreign
language in grades K-6 or grades 7-12.
(2)
Application process. Any
person interested in the preliminary native language teaching authorization
shall submit the application to the board of educational examiners for an
evaluation. Application materials are available from the office of the board of
educational examiners online at www.boee.iowa.gov.
(3)
Requirements.
a. The applicant must have completed a
baccalaureate degree through a college or university accredited by an
institutional accrediting agency as recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education.
b. Background check. The
applicant must complete the background check requirements set forth in rule
282-13.1 (272).
c. The applicant must obtain a recommendation
from a school district administrator verifying that the school district wishes
to hire the applicant. Before the applicant is hired, the school district
administrator must verify that a diligent search was completed to hire a fully
licensed teacher for the position.
d. During the term of the authorization, the
applicant must complete board-approved training in the following:
(1) Methods and techniques of teaching.
Develop skills to use a variety of learning strategies that encourage students'
development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills. The
methods course must include specific methods and techniques of teaching a
foreign language and must be appropriate for the level of
endorsement.
(2) Curriculum
development. Develop an understanding of how students differ in their
approaches to learning and create learning opportunities that are equitable and
adaptable to diverse learners.
(3)
Measurement and evaluation of programs and students. Develop skills to use a
variety of authentic assessments to measure student progress.
(4) Classroom management. Develop an
understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior which creates a
learning environment that encourages positive social interactions, active
engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
(5) Code of ethics. Develop an understanding
of how to foster relationships with parents, school colleagues, and
organizations in the larger community to support students' learning and
development and become aware of the board's rules of professional practice and
code of ethics.
(6) Diversity
training for educators. Develop an understanding of and sensitivity to the
values, beliefs, lifestyles and attitudes of individuals and the diverse groups
found in a pluralistic society, including preparation that contributes to the
education of individuals with disabilities and the gifted and
talented.
e. The
applicant must be assigned a mentor by the hiring school district. The mentor
must have four years of teaching experience in a related subject
area.
f. Assessment of native
language. The applicant must provide verification of successfully passing the
Iowa-mandated assessment(s) by meeting the minimum score set by the Iowa
department of education. The cut score may not be waived by the
board.
(4)
Validity. This authorization is valid for three years. No
conditional licenses may be issued to applicants holding the preliminary native
language teaching authorization. No additional endorsement areas may be
added.
(5)
Renewal. The authorization is nonrenewable.
(6)
Conversion. The
preliminary native language teaching authorization may be converted to a native
language teaching authorization. The applicant must provide official
transcripts verifying the completion of the coursework required in
22.5(3)"d."
(7)
Revocation and suspension. Criteria of professional practice
and rules of the board of educational examiners shall be applicable to the
holders of the preliminary native language teaching authorization. If a school
district hires an applicant without a valid preliminary native language
teaching authorization, a complaint may be filed against the teacher and the
superintendent of the school district.
(8)
Approval of courses.
Each institution of higher education, private college or university, community
college or area education agency wishing to offer the training for the
preliminary native language teaching authorization must submit course
descriptions for each offering to the board of educational examiners for
approval. After initial approval, any changes by agencies or institutions in
course offerings shall be filed with the board of educational
examiners.
