Founding Middle School Science Teacher – Arkansas

IOTA Community Schools; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

IOTA Community Schools seeks a founding Science Teacher for Arkansas (2027–28). You will shape a joyful, rigorous middle school experience, build family and community relationships from day one, and contribute to a growing charter network expanding into Little Rock.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and ongoing professional growth within a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Ark teaching license for middle school/science.
• Ability to meet deadlines for lesson plans and grades.
• Humility, humor, and strong commitment to mission.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and professional development; school day roughly 7:30 a.m.–3:30/4:30 p.m.
• Instruct science effectively using standards and varied materials.
• Plan curricula with team; align with state and school requirements.
• Develop and submit weekly and long-range lesson plans.

Skills

Belief in mission

Meet deadlines

Humility & humor

Hands-on materials

Education

Arkansas Teacher’s license (Middle School 4-8 or Science 7-12)

Job description

IOTA Community Schools seeks a founding Science Teacher for Arkansas (2027–28). You will shape a joyful, rigorous middle school experience, build family and community relationships from day one, and contribute to a growing charter network expanding into Little Rock.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and ongoing professional growth within a mission-driven environment.