Student Teacher (1)

Norwalkschools; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking passionate Student Teachers for the 2025-2026 school year. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive environment while contributing to student development. Student Teachers will engage in lesson planning, curriculum implementation, and student assessment, all while maintaining professionalism and adhering to educational standards. This position allows aspiring educators to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful impact on students' lives. Join a community committed to fostering growth and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Student Teachers must be familiar with the district curriculum and implement lesson plans.
• They should assess student progress and maintain professionalism in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Compose and implement daily lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.
• Maintain a professional relationship with cooperating teachers and students.
• Respond to emergencies and comply with board policies.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Completion of Practicum Hours

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Norwalk Community School District

Student Teacher Application for 2025-2026 JobID: 1924

• Position Type:
  Student Teacher/ Student Teacher
  
  
• Date Posted:
  1/29/2025
  
  
• Location:
  District Wide
  
  

Norwalk Community School District

Student TEACHER

Purpose Statement

Student Teachers are representatives of their college or university and are guests in our district. The student teacher is both a learner and a teacher. The district partnership provides a platform for the student teacher to grow and development in their professional capacity, while exercising some level of independence as an up and coming professional.

Student Teacher Responsibilities

Become familiar with the Norwalk Community School District board approved curriculum.

Compose and implement unit and daily lesson plans that align to the curriculum.

Assess student progress to address the learning needs of students and its impact on instruction.

Prepare materials, as assigned by cooperating teacher(s) to support the student-learning environment.

Professionalism:

Be a positive role model for all students by exhibiting good manners, habits, and language.

Maintain a professional relationship with assigned cooperating teacher(s), teacher colleagues, building and district administration, students and families. Do not engage in social networking with students.

Display professional attire and appearance.

Exhibit a growth mindset by engaging in professional learning opportunities.

Maintain confidentiality and privacy of students personally identifiable information (included but not limited to academic records, class lists, contact information, behavior information, etc)

Follow all reasonable directives by the cooperating teacher(s), including attending individual student and parent meetings, PLC’s, and parent-teacher conferences. The assigned cooperating teacher(s) is considered the immediate supervisor of the student teacher at all school activities, during the assigned placement.

Adhere to all board policies and employee handbook regulations.

Comply with the Board of Educational Examiners Professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.

Other Functions

Responds to emergencies for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Experience:

Successful completion of practicum hours

Certificates & Licenses:

Iowa Substitute Pre-service License or Substitute Authorization – preferred, not required

Clearances:

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Position Reports to:

Cooperating Teacher(s)

FLSA Status:

Exempt

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Norwalk Community School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all people without unlawful harassment or discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, age, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical/mental handicap or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any form of unlawful harassment or discrimination is inappropriate, offensive, illegal, and will not be tolerated. Any instance of harassment or discrimination should be brought to the attention of the District Equity Coordinator.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, the Norwalk Community School District prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment as defined by the regulations implementing Title IX against any individual participating in any education program or activity of the District. This prohibition on discrimination applies to and protects students, employees, and applicants for employment.

Postings current as of 4/26/2025 2:00:13 PM CST.

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