Middle School Science Teacher

Middle School Science Teacher TeachIowa Meskwaki Settlement School - Tama, Iowa This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs Job Details

Job ID:

5679267

Application Deadline:

May 30, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 17, 2026 Job Description

Assignment:

Grades 6-8 Science

JOB TITLE

Teacher

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Plan and organize the learning activities of the class with due regard to the individual differences and needs of the students.  Consider the individuality and culture of each student, and adopt teaching strategies suited to each child's educational needs.  Maintain, in cooperation with the Principal and colleagues, good order and discipline in the classroom and school premises, consistent with the Meskwaki Settlement School Disciplinary Policy.  Ensure a positive and secure school climate to enhance overall learning and student achievement. Nurture the conviction that all students can learn.  Prepare daily and yearly plans for all curricular activities of the class.  Develop and maintain a daily program chart and record of students as it pertains to other classroom programs (i.e. Chapter 1, Special Education, Gifted and Talented, etc.)  Prepare and display a schedule of all curricular activities of the class.  Evaluate each child's progress and plan instructional methods accordingly.  Maintain and keep all necessary records for each student.  Keep records of attendance of students to be reported daily.  Cooperate with colleagues and administration, in program development and teaching activities.  Initiate motivation and a positive atmosphere for the utmost learning of each student.  Report regularly to the parent/guardian in regard to their child's progress.  Administer discipline in accordance with the Board Policy of the Meskwaki Settlement School.  Attend regularly all meetings of the staff convened by the Principal.  Carry out supervising responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.  Create and assist with extracurricular activities.  Create and assist with Cultural activities.  As needed, serve on the curriculum committee to help achieve a curriculum that is beneficial to the Meskwaki Settlement School. This will serve the intellectual, cultural, physical, social, and emotional development of each student.  Provide daily supervision, guidance, and work as a team with teacher associates.  Monitor student behavior and initiate corrective action as required.  Take training in programs that are necessary for the well-being of each child (i.e. First Aide, Blood born pathogens, CPR)  Will be directly responsible and be under the direct supervision of the Principal.  Follow the teacher's Code of Ethics.  Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

 Must possess a Bachelor's Degree and Certification required by the Bureau of Indian Education and the State of Iowa.  Must pass a background check per Public Law 101-630, Public Law 101-647, and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.  Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

SUPERVISION

 MS/HS Principal

Salary:

Candidates will be placed on a salary schedule in accordance with education and experience.

Position Type:

Full-time