High School Science Teacher

Position: High School Science Teacher ($51,156-$75,906)
Position Type:

High School Teaching/Science - General

Date Posted:

1/16/2026

Location:

Fairfield High School

Date Available:

08/12/2026

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Job Description

We offer a competitive and flexible salary structure, with wages negotiable within the ranges below based on qualifications, education, and experience. In addition, employees receive a guaranteed 3% annual salary increase each year through FY29, providing predictability, stability, and long-term earning growth.

Salary Ranges by Education Level

* Bachelor's Degree (BA): $51,156 $ 63,156

* Bachelor's +15 (BA+15): $51,656 $ 65,156

* Bachelor's +30 (BA+30): $52,156 $ 67,156

* Master's Degree (MA): $53,406 $ 72,156

* Master's +15 (MA+15): $54,156 $ 72,906

* Master's +30 (MA+30): $54,906 $ 73,656

* Master's +45 / PhD: $57,156 $ 75,906

Educational Advancement Pay Increases

In addition to annual raises, salary increases are applied as you advance your education:

* BA to BA+15: +$500

* BA+15 to BA+30: +$800

* BA+30 to MA: +$5,000

* MA to MA+15: +$1,000

* MA+15 to MA+30: +$1,000

* MA+30 to MA+45 / PhD: +$1,000

As you advance your education and experience, your compensation grows with youreflecting FCSD's commitment to professional development, long-term sustainability, and investing in great people.

Longevity Incentives

To recognize long-term commitment to Fairfield Community School District, the following longevity bonuses are provided:

* After the 2nd year of certified FCSD service:

If converting from an initial license to a standard license and returning to FCSD the following year, a one-time longevity bonus is paid in June.

* If the initial license is not converted until the 3rd year, a $500 bonus is paid at that time.

* After the 5th year of certified FCSD service:

A one-time longevity bonus is paid in June and continues at the following milestones:

5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th year, and every five years thereafter.

Non-Discrimination Notice

It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, or socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and employment practices.

There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination.

Questions or grievances related to this policy should be directed to:

Evan Marten

Equity Coordinator / Human Resources

403 S. 20th Street

Fairfield, IA 52556

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* K-12 General Education