Waukee Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our students and community. We are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more diverse we are, the better positioned we are to build genuine relationships based on individual perspectives and positively contribute to a diverse global community.

Position Criteria:

• Valid Iowa teaching license, required
• Teacher-elementary classroom endorsement (K-6), required
• K-8 Art Endorsement, required

Performance Criteria:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of a PLC and an ability to apply that understanding to a team situation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of visual art standards and connections to Waukee art curriculum.
• Solid understanding and proven application of the Waukee Framework for Meeting the Needs of All Students.
• A solid understanding of and experience in using multiple teaching methods: collaborating, co-teaching, whole group/small group/individualized instruction.
• Commitment to differentiated instruction.
• Desire for growth is evident through personal and professional goals and willingness to collaborate with instructional coaches and building/district expectations.
• Record of recent staff development/on-going education and knowledge of current research.
• Understanding of formative assessment and evidence of using data to adapt to individual needs of students of all ability levels.
• Knowledge of various types of developmentally appropriate assessments of children.
• Understanding and experience with the workshop model and/or project based learning.
• Flexible, highly motivated, positive, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Evidence of effective routines and procedures that lead to a positive classroom environment that promotes student achievement.
• Articulate in oral and written communications.
• Knowledge of and experience with using current technology to enhance learning.
• Experience with diverse learners: Special Education, ELP, ESL, etc.
• Full support and implementation of Positive Behavior Supports.
• Proven proactive and positive communication with parents and families.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to implement the Problem Solving Process and use data to support supplemental and/or intensive interventions.