The Iowa Association of Area Education Agencies (IAAEA) seeks proposals from higher education entities to provide graduate credit for its professional learning program. The partnership would begin July 1, 2025, and end June 30, 2028. Questions concerning this RFP should be submitted to Kay Schmalen by April…
Read MoreProgram Overview Instructional technology in Iowa’s educational landscape involves integrating digital tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning processes. Educators use a variety of technologies to support and enrich the educational experience for students, making learning more engaging, interactive and effective. Here is an overview of how…
Read MoreMeet the Heartland AEA Professional Learning staff. Contact a staff member if you have questions or need assistance.
Read MoreHeartland AEA offers professional learning to educators around the CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention 3rd Edition Training. This training provides staff with an effective framework for preventing, de-escalating and safely responding to crisis behavior. The program will focus on what’s happening from two perspectives: the person in distress and the staff…
Read MoreHeartland AEA is responsible for providing general supervision of special education in accordance with the requirements of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Iowa Administrative Rules of Special Education (IAC Chapter 41) and Iowa Code Chapter 256B. Heartland AEA investigates reports of non-compliance and makes recommendations for correcting…
Read MoreHeartland AEA special education consultants facilitate the development of successful strategies and interventions for K-12th grade students. They serve both general education and special education students and have diverse expertise in classroom teaching. Special education consultants are part of teams that: Determine appropriate supports, programming and services for students Determine…
Read MoreTranscripts are available when the course has ended and the instructor has closed the course. Transcripts for Courses After June 1, 2019 AEA Professional Learning Registration System Transcripts for Courses Before June 1, 2019 Please contact the…
Read MoreServices to Promote Growth and Development Heartland AEA’s early childhood services focus primarily on early intervention — a system of coordinated services that promotes a child’s age-appropriate growth and development and supports families during the critical early years. Beginning a partnership between families and professionals at this early stage helps…
Read MoreShelter Care Teacher Job Description Provides for an appropriate educational program for each child living in a licensed shelter or detention facility Coordinates with schools, AEAs and Shelter Care staff as necessary to develop an appropriate education program for each student Provides a safe, secure…
Read More2025-26 Book Rotation Registration is Open! In response to recent legislation, Heartland AEA is moving to a service-for-fee model. Book rotation is only available to teachers in districts and non-public schools that have subscribed to the library collection service for the 2025-26 school year. Check here…
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