Secondary Science Teacher - Grades 7-9

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

Secondary Science Teacher - Grades 7-9

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917226
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 10:15 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

North Tama is seeking an innovative, student-centered educator to join our secondary team. This role is designed for a teacher who thrives in an inquiry-based environment and is passionate about facilitating deep conceptual understanding through the OpenSciEd curriculum. You will lead 7th, 8th, and 9th-grade students as they investigate phenomena, build models, and engage in evidence-based argumentation.

Position Type: Full-time

• Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades
• Classroom Teacher > Science: Astronomy
• Classroom Teacher > Science: Earth & Space
• Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Contact Information

• Taylor Howard , PK-12 Lead Principal
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]