282—22.8 (272) iJAG authorization.
	   22.8(1) Authorization. The Iowa jobs for America’s graduates (iJAG) authorization is provided to noneducators entering the education profession to teach iJAG coursework in grades 7-12.
	   22.8(2) Application process. Any person interested in the iJAG 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  http://www.boee.iowa.gov .
	   22.8(3) Requirements.
	      a.    	 The applicant must have completed a baccalaureate degree.
	      b.    	 Background check. The applicant must complete the background check requirements set forth in rule 282—13.1(272).
	      c.    	 The applicant must 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)  	 Instructional methods. Develop skills to effectively deliver project-based instruction in the iJAG core competencies.
	       (2)  	 Curriculum. Develop skills to effectively develop curriculum, projects and other educational opportunities consistent with the goals of iJAG.
	       (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)  	 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)  	 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.
	      d.    	 The applicant must obtain a recommendation from an iJAG administrator verifying that the organization wishes to hire the applicant.
	      e.    	 The applicant must be assigned a mentor by the hiring school district. The mentor must have four years of teaching experience.
	   22.8(4) Validity. This authorization is valid for five years. No Class B license or license based on administrative decision may be issued to an applicant holding the iJAG authorization unless a teaching license is additionally obtained. No additional endorsement areas may be added to the iJAG authorization.
	   22.8(5) Renewal. An applicant for renewal of the iJAG authorization must provide verification of completion of the following:
	      a.    	 Required iJAG training as verified through an iJAG administrator.
	      b.    	 Child and dependent adult abuse training as stated in 282—subrule 20.3(4).
	   22.8(6) Revocation and suspension. Criteria of professional practice and rules of the board of educational examiners shall be applicable to the holder of the iJAG authorization.
[ARC 1322C, IAB 2/19/14, effective 3/26/14; ARC 1721C, IAB 11/12/14, effective 12/17/14; ARC 2230C, IAB 11/11/15, effective 12/16/15]