282—22.10(256) Iowa jobs for America’s graduates (iJAG) authorization.

1. 22.10(1)  Requirements.

   1. a. The applicant will have completed a baccalaureate degree.

   2. b. The applicant will have completed a board of educational examiners-approved iJAG training program consisting of the following components and totaling a minimum of 40 clock hours annually:

      1. (1) Instructional methods. Develop skills to effectively deliver project-based instruction in the iJAG core competencies.
      2. (2) Curriculum. Develop skills to effectively develop curriculum, projects and other educational opportunities consistent with the goals of iJAG.
      3. (3) Measurement and evaluation of programs and students. Analyze student data, administer testing, and monitor the following: basic skills, individualized development plans, attendance, graduation requirements, and course enrollment.
      4. (4) Code of ethics. Develop an understanding of how to foster relationships with parents, students, 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.
      5. (5) 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.
   3. c. The applicant will provide a recommendation from an iJAG administrator verifying that the organization wishes to hire the applicant.
   4. d. The applicant will be assigned a mentor by the hiring school district.
2. 22.10(2)  Validity. This authorization is valid for five years.

The iJAG authorization allows individuals to teach iJAG coursework in grades 7-12.

[ARC 8820C, IAB 1/22/25, effective 2/26/25]