Innovative Secondary Science Teacher (7–9) – OpenSciEd

Young World Physical Education; Traer (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a full-time Secondary Science Teacher in Traer, Iowa, starting August 24, 2026. The successful candidate will lead 7th to 9th-grade students using the OpenSciEd curriculum to foster a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment. Candidates should be innovative educators passionate about facilitating student engagement and investigation in science. This role requires a teaching certification and teaching experience in a related field.

Qualifications

• Innovative, student-centered educator with an inquiry-based teaching philosophy.
• Ability to engage students in evidence-based argumentation.
• Experience with the OpenSciEd curriculum preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead 7th, 8th, and 9th-grade science classes.
• Facilitate student investigations and model-building.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Inquiry-based teaching

Facilitating conceptual understanding

Classroom management

Education

Teaching certification

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Job description

Young World Physical Education seeks a full-time Secondary Science Teacher in Traer, Iowa, starting August 24, 2026. The successful candidate will lead 7th to 9th-grade students using the OpenSciEd curriculum to foster a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment. Candidates should be innovative educators passionate about facilitating student engagement and investigation in science. This role requires a teaching certification and teaching experience in a related field.