Academic Teachers: Math, Science, ELA, Spanish Job at Iowa Conservatory, Iowa City, IA

NGd5SnNxTEhFL0dYdXpoKzN4NVVJTkdrT3c9PQ==
  • Iowa Conservatory
  • Iowa City, IA

Job Description

Teaching Opportunities at Iowa Conservatory (ICON)

Part-Time Faculty Roles for the 2025–2026 Academic Year

Location: Iowa City, IA

Start Date: August 25, 2025

Training Dates: August 18–22, 2025 (Varied hours, required for all new faculty)

Why Teach at ICON?

Iowa Conservatory (ICON) is a learner-centered, arts and STEAM-focused school serving grades 6–12. Our interdisciplinary model brings together academic rigor, artistic exploration, and real-world application. Faculty collaborate across disciplines to guide students through project-based learning that builds deep content knowledge, creativity, and 21st-century skill

These Positions Are Well-Suited for Teachers Who:

  • Thrive in creative, collaborative environments
  • Are excited by arts integration and STEAM-based learning
  • Value student agency and long-term skill development
  • Want a part-time teaching role with a strong sense of purpose
  • Are ready to innovate and connect their discipline to real-world arts applications

Open Positions for 2025–2026:

Science Educator (Grades 6–12)

  • Teach 3 hours/day, 3 days/week
  • Courses: Middle School Science, Environmental Science (9–10), Physics (11–12)
  • Emphasis on STEAM connections and real-world scientific thinking
  • Must hold a valid Iowa teaching license with Science endorsements

Mathematics Educator (Grades 6–12)

  • Teach 3 hours/day, 5 mornings/week (approx. 15 hours/week)
  • Courses: Middle School Math (Grades 6–8/Pre-Algebra), Algebra I & II, Geometry
  • Strong interest in integrating math with STEAM and real-world applications preferred
  • Must hold a valid Iowa teaching license with Math endorsements

English Language Arts Educator (Grades 6–12)

  • Teach 3 hours/day, 3 days/week
  • Includes one semester-long elective for juniors/seniors in areas such as creative writing, world literature, writing for the stage, or composition
  • Must hold a valid Iowa teaching license with ELA endorsement(s)

Spanish Language Educator (Grades 6–12)

  • Teach 45 minutes/day, 5 days/week to mixed-level learners
  • Build long-term proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing
  • Conversational focus with grammar and writing integrated
  • Spanish fluency and experience teaching beginner/intermediate learners required
  • Iowa teaching license preferred but not required

Shared Expectations & Schedule for all Roles:

  • Instructional Model: Competency-based with rubrics tied to priority standards
  • Curriculum Approach: Project-based learning; interdisciplinary collaboration with arts faculty
  • Faculty Meetings: 1–2 per month to align standards and integrate learning
  • Breaks:  
  • Full week off for Thanksgiving and spring break (aligned with University of Iowa calendar)
  • J-Term: January 5–30, 2026 (academic faculty not on contract)
  • Fall Semester Contract: August 25-December 19, 2025
  • Spring Semester Contract: February 2–May 29, 2026
  • Compensation: Hourly, commensurate with experience
  • Contract: Semester-based; potential for future growth or longer-term part-time role

To Apply: Application window open now until filled

Please submit your CV and cover letter to:

Dr. Beth Brown

beth.brown@iowaconservatory.org

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Day shift, 3 days per week,

Similar Jobs

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Site Manager - Release of Information RHIA/RHIT Job at Johns Hopkins Medicine

Site Manager - Release of Information RHIA/RHIT Join to apply for the Site Manager - Release of Information RHIA/RHIT role at Johns Hopkins Medicine .Location: Johns Hopkins Health System, Baltimore, MD 21201Category: Manager/SupervisorSchedule: Day ShiftEmployment... 

Excellence Services, LLC

Recruiter (Hybrid) (2025) Job at Excellence Services, LLC

 ... Regular reviews & advancement opportunities INTRODUCTION: Join an elite private estate in Atherton, CA, as a Hybrid Recruiter, bringing exceptional HR expertise to screen and process domestic staff applicants while supporting daily HR operations. This primarily... 

Country Club for Dogs

Dog Groomer Job at Country Club for Dogs

 ...Job Description Country Club for Dogs is looking for a groomer. (FT/PT). Must have at least one year experience and groom all breeds. Must also be very dependable. The ideal candidate will have a love for animals and a commitment to providing exceptional grooming... 

Timmons Group

Underground Utility Locator Job at Timmons Group

 ...Job Description Job Description Timmons Group is always accepting applications for a Underground Utility Locator to join our Survey group for future opportunities. While we may not have an immediate opening, we will keep your resume and information for future... 

Morgan Corp.

Electrical Estimator Job at Morgan Corp.

 ...We are currently searching for an Electrical Estimator to work with our Industrial Division out of our Spartanburg, SC office. Our Industrial Division performs Civil, Structural, Electrical, and Mechanical scopes in the power, water/wastewater, marine, mining, and other...