Innovative Science Teacher — Grades 7-9 (OpenSciEd)

TeachIowa; Traer (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

North Tama is seeking an innovative, student-centered educator to join our secondary team. This role thrives in an inquiry-based environment and uses the OpenSciEd curriculum to help students investigate phenomena, build models, and engage in evidence-based argumentation.

The position is Full-time, and the teacher will lead 7th, 8th, and 9th-grade students in exploratory science activities within a supportive, collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing OpenSciEd curriculum.
• Strong ability to engage diverse learners in science.
• Demonstrated commitment to inquiry-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead 7th–9th grade students in science investigations.
• Facilitate development of models and explanations.
• Support evidence-based argumentation and communication.

Skills

OpenSciEd knowledge

Student-centered teaching

Inquiry-based instruction

Job description

North Tama is seeking an innovative, student-centered educator to join our secondary team. This role thrives in an inquiry-based environment and uses the OpenSciEd curriculum to help students investigate phenomena, build models, and engage in evidence-based argumentation.

The position is Full-time, and the teacher will lead 7th, 8th, and 9th-grade students in exploratory science activities within a supportive, collaborative school community.