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

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  • 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)

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

[email protected]

Job Tags

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

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