Eligibility Requirements

Teacher of the Year

• Nominees must be contracted teachers/counselors/instructional coaches/media specialists/athletic trainers in grades K-6 and 7-12 with a minimum of 5 completed years of teaching experience in the Duneland School Corporation.
• Teacher of the Year candidates are to exhibit the following:  
• Ability to create a love of learning in students of all abilities and backgrounds
• Sets high expectations for all students
• Utilizes research-based instructional strategies 
• Acts with integrity and professionalism
• Serves as a role model for other teachers in corporation, school, department, and/or grade-level team
• Models growth mindset by experimenting with new strategies to expand professional knowledge base and expertise
• Strong communication skills
• Displays energy, enthusiasm, and positive attitude
• Exhibits strong work ethic
• Previous winners/finalists are ineligible for 3 years from their recognition. 

Employee of the Year

• Nominees must be classified employees in the Duneland School Corporation who have been employed a minimum of 5-years at the beginning of the nomination period (February 1, 2021).  An individual may be nominated who works full-time or part-time in any classified position.
• The nomination should focus on the work done by the employee during the regular course of his/her employment.
• Employee of the Year candidates exhibit the following qualities:
• Works efficiently and diligently to complete duties in a timely fashion
• Exhibits desire and ability to exceed established quality standards
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Shows initiative in carrying out the duties of the job
• Promotes educational goals of district/school
• Motivates others
• Communicates effectively 
• Exhibits a positive attitude
• Demonstrates care and support for others
• Outstanding performance in carrying out duties
• Fosters a positive work environment
• Previous winners/finalists are ineligible for 3 years from their recognition.