Science Teacher - Metro West Learning Academy

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

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Urbandale, Iowa is seeking a Science Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This position focuses on providing personalized learning experiences that help students achieve their potential. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education or an approved alternative and appropriate licensure. Effective instruction, knowledge of Iowa Teaching Standards, and strong relationship-building skills are essential. The work environment is predominantly office/school-based.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated application of effective instruction to meet student needs.
• Knowledge of best practices in teaching.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective teaching standards and criteria.
• Maintain reliable attendance.
• Develop a professional growth plan with supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective instruction application

Knowledge of best teaching practices

Understanding of student developmental characteristics

Ability to build relationships

Knowledge of Iowa Teaching Standards

Knowledge of special education and section 504

Knowledge of Federal Rights and Privacy Act

Organizational and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

BOEE approved alternative

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Science Teacher - Metro West Learning Academy (26-27 School Year)

Urbandale Community School District Metro West Learning Academy - Urbandale, Iowa

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Science Teacher

CLASSIFICATION: Certified

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building administrators, district leadership

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Provide personalized learning that supports each student in achieving their potential. Engages in professional growth and fulfills professional responsibilities.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated application of effective instruction, meeting student needs relative to district benchmarks and standards.
• Knowledge of best practice in teaching.
• Knowledge of the developmental characteristics of students at the designated grade level.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the Iowa Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of special education and section 504.
• Knowledge of Federal Rights and Privacy Act and other civil rights regulations.
• Ability to organize and think clearly while communicating, organizing, and evaluating.

Education:

• Earned Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Board of Educational Examiners approved alternative.

Certification/Licensure:

• Appropriate BOEE licensure.

Experience:

• Experience teaching preferred.

Equipment:

• Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective implementation of the eight Iowa Teaching Standards and 42 criteria.
• Meets professional responsibilities as outlined in the Professional Growth Assessment Plan, Employee Handbook, and Board policy.
• Develops, with supervisor, a plan for professional growth.
• Maintains a reliable attendance record.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision of Others

• None

Physical Requirements

• Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.
• Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.
• Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
• Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

Working Conditions

• Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
• Occasional meetings outside the school day.
• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

Terms of Employment

• Per Board Policies and the UEA Master Contract.
• Performance evaluated per Board Policy and the Professional Growth Assessment Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.