LEAP had a fun filled day canoeing and kayaking . Thank you, Jackson County Conservation and Hurstville Interpretive Center,
for spending the afternoon with us.
LEAP had a lesson on ecosystems today from the ISU extension.
Another beautiful day for LEAP to go swimming
Thank you ISU extension for a fun day learning about popcorn. It was yummy.
LEAP is enjoying a beautiful day at the pool
Westside (ninja park) has fast become LEAP'S new favorite place.
If your student is signed up Friday summer LEAP, we will be going swimming this Friday. Please send towels and floaties with your students if floaties are needed. Sunscreen might also be a good idea.
A nice enough day for LEAP to go to Bellevue City Park.
First day of summer LEAP. I think everyone is having fun!
Just a reminder of the blood drive tomorrow at Andrew School. The event will run from 2:00-5:30 tomorrow.
To book an appointment, scan the QR code, visit bloodcenter.org, or call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401.
Group Code: 2182
Andrew Families!
A few of our Student Lighthouse students took a trip to the Jackson County Humane Society yesterday. On behalf of Andrew School, they donated the Pet Bandanas that PK-2 students decorated on Leadership Day. We were so excited to have this opportunity!
Thank you to the Jackson County Humane Society for all you do for the animals in our community!
Here is the link to view our 4-Year-Old Preschool Graduation held on May 20th. Enjoy!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/168t4Pw0OuNSj1_Ko3jMMdkIQhsJZdRCE/view?usp=sharing
Here is the link to view our Leadership Day Kickoff Assembly held on May 9th. Enjoy!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zZ6oV4j3nTMIE3DISZmxPKL18-Zzj8sM/view?usp=sharing
Here is a summer opportunity for all who are interested in Wrestling. This camp will be held in the Bellevue Gym on July 18th or 19th, depending our your child's age.
Reminder. This Thursday, May 22nd, is the last after-school LEAP for the school year. No after-school LEAP Friday.
Hello Andrew Families!
Reminder that if your child would like to take lessons with me over the summer, I need to be contacted by the end of this week! If you have any questions or you would like to schedule some lessons, please contact me through Seesaw or by my personal email at baileyniedermier@gmail.com.
Thanks so much, and have a great day!!
6th grade is having a great time at the Dells
Hello Andrew Families!
Reminder that our annual school Talent Show will be Friday, May 23rd, the last day of school! Parents and families are encouraged to attend. The Talent Show will start at approximately 10:00 am, following the 6th grade recognition. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Stevely via Seesaw or by email at bailey.stevely@andrew.k12.ia.us.
See you there!!
Reminder. There will be no after-school LEAP this Friday, May 9th
Instructional Coach
BASIC FUNCTION:
Instructional Coaches support job-embedded professional development through collaborative and individual learning cycles to empower educators to reach student goals through the enactment of research-based best practices in teaching and leading. To improve student learning and to ensure equitable outcomes for students, Instructional Coaches use student-centered coaching techniques to engage in co-planning, coteaching lessons, observing, providing feedback, and setting goals. Instructional Coaches support the implementation of district initiatives directed at strengthening core instruction through the common language of effective teaching and learning practices. Instructional Coaches meet regularly with teachers to engage in transformational coaching conversations to promote reflection about student work, instructional practices, and future instruction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Facilitate teachers’ understanding and implementation of the Iowa Core Standards by engaging teachers in collaborative and individual learning cycles.
2. Collaborate with teachers to develop growth plans that include goals and measures of success.
3. Utilize coaching tools to support teacher growth and development.
4. Support teachers in the analysis of instructional practice through ongoing classroom observations, data analysis, student work, coaching, and feedback.
5. Support teachers through the collection of evidence regarding instructional practice to provide clear feedback to teachers based on analysis of practice.
6. Develop teachers’ capacity to collect and analyze multiple sources of data to improve instruction and student learning.
7. Assist the principal in developing and facilitating professional development for the school.
8. Leads Professional Learning Community (PLC) Meetings with staff, examining data, instructional content, learning standards, etc.
9. Foster collaboration and teacher leadership development.
10. Attend all District professional development on a regular and consistent basis.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
5. Communicates regularly with the principal.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
1. Valid Iowa Teaching license.
2. At least three years of teaching experience.
3. Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching skills as reflected in the learning levels of students.
Desired:
1. Master’s degree, preferably in effective teaching or adult learning/facilitation.
2. Experience and knowledge of designing, presenting, and facilitating adult learning experiences.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of current trends in professional development and education best practices.
2. Exceptional communication skills.
3. Effective interpersonal and collaborative skills.
4. Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
You can contact Principal Mr. Brandon Kirchhoff (brandon.kirchhoff@andrew.k12.ia.us) for any questions about this position or to email your application materials.
Andrew Community School District is an EEO/AA employer