6th/7th Grade Language Arts - Waukee Middle

6th/7th Grade Language Arts

• Waukee Middle Waukee Community School District Waukee Middle School
• Waukee, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs, and Waukee Community School District Job Details

Job ID:

5706638

Application Deadline:

May 22, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026 Job Description Position Criteria Valid Iowa teaching license, required 5-8 Middle School Language Arts OR K-8 English/Language Arts OR 5-12 English/Language Arts, required Reading endorsement; preferred Performance Criteria Knowledge of the middle level learner based on current research. Knowledge of literacy strategies based on current research. Use of pedagogically appropriate/best practice instructional methods and a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare all students to achieve higher standards and become lifelong learners. Demonstrate knowledge of PBIS, CCRS, inquiry, differentiating instruction, project-based learning, the use of data to guide instruction, standard-based reporting, leadership skill development, the Core, and 21st Century Skills. Commitment to the team teaching concept; including integrated instruction as well as interdisciplinary instruction. Contributing member of a Professional Learning Community and an understanding of key processes in a Professional Learning Community. Ability to involve parents and communities in supporting student learning and healthy development. Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development as described in the Iowa Professional Development Standards and support of the Iowa Teaching Standards as the foundation from which to build that ongoing growth plan.

Benefits:

IPERS retirement account 403B Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA)

• $50 per month contribution for certified staff Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additonal cost) Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave Work shoe reimbursement, up to $175 (dependent on work shoe required and position) Employee use of District Facilities if a part of the Wellness program Wee Care•Childcare for 6mos•5y for staff's children Mileage is reimbursed for approved work-related travel in your personal vehicle completed during scheduled work hours

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$57,200 Per Year 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. Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required