Middle School Science Teacher
New Yesterday
Location: Multiple Iowa School Districts
Position Type: Full-Time
Grade Levels: 6-8
Reports To: Building Principal
Position Summary:
Multiple Iowa school districts are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Middle School Science Teacher to join their educational team. The ideal candidate will inspire curiosity, foster scientific thinking, and promote academic excellence in alignment with the Iowa Core Science Standards. This educator will design and implement engaging lessons that integrate hands-on learning, inquiry-based instruction, and real-world applications of science.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver science instruction that aligns with Iowa Core Standards for middle school science (Life, Earth & Space, and Physical Sciences).
- Create a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that supports all learners.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies and technology to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Design and implement formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
- Foster scientific inquiry through lab experiments, collaborative projects, and cross-curricular integration.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress and classroom activities.
- Participate in professional development, school improvement initiatives, and interdisciplinary team planning.
- Maintain accurate student records, including grades, attendance, and behavior documentation.
- Uphold school and district policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Required:
- Valid Iowa teaching license with a 5-8 or 5-12 Science endorsement
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Science, or a related field
- Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in middle school science instruction
Preferred:
- Experience teaching science at the middle school level
- Familiarity with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and inquiry-based learning
- Ability to integrate STEM, technology, and lab-based activities into instruction
- Strong classroom management and student engagement skills
- Classroom setting in a middle school environment
- May involve supervision of students in lab or outdoor learning settings
- Collaborative, team-based teaching environment with supportive administration
Salary and benefits in accordance with the local school districts certified salary schedule and collective bargaining agreement.
- Location:
- Des Moines
- Job Type:
- FullTime
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