Literacy Teacher - Middle School

Literacy Teacher - Middle School

Waterloo Community School District George Washington Carver located in Waterloo, Iowa. Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5697830
• Final date to receive applications
  :
  Jun 05, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted
  :
  Yesterday
• Starting Date
  :
  Aug 1, 2026
• Position Type
  :
  Full-Time
• Salary
  : $50,000 to $82,551 Per Year

Title: Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classification: Certified Teacher

Immediate Supervisor: Building principal and/or designated administrators

Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for providing educational leadership through the Waterloo Community School District curriculum and to facilitate learning that challenges and supports all students in an equitable and safe environment and that meets Board Policy 102.0 (Educational Philosophy) and Board and building educational goals. This position delivers the curriculum selected by the district, congruent with the district‑adopted curriculum scope and sequence, in a manner congruent with district expectations for teaching strategies, approaches and methodologies.

All criteria are Iowa Teaching Standards except for those denoted with an asterisk (*) which are Waterloo Community Schools criteria.

• Education: Appropriate degree(s) earned from an accredited college or university
• Certification: Middle School 5-8, English/Language Arts, 5-8, 5-12
• Experience:
  • Teaching ELA in a diverse setting.
  • Preferred experience with diverse cultures.
  • Dependent on specific open position Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
  • Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio‑economic status or disability.
  • Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology.
  • Demonstrated record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights.
  • Demonstrated experience as a self‑starter.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process.
  • Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
  • Implementation of Savvas curriculum.
  • Ability to attend and participate in Professional Learning Communities.
  • Planning and preparation of instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Uses high impact strategies to deliver instruction that meet the multiple learning needs of students.
  • Creation of lessons for supplemental instruction in MTSS.
  • Ability to use standards based grading.
  • Ability to use Infinite Campus.
  • Ability to create a positive classroom culture using PBIS.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with students.
  • Ability to attend professional development to pursue professional growth.
  • Fulfill professional responsibilities.
• Technology Requirements:
  • Knowledge of Google Suite applications.
  • Knowledge of computer‑related storage devices.
  • Knowledge of educational copyright laws.
  • Knowledge of computer security expectations.
• Supervision of Others:
  • Para educators assisting in classroom.
  • Student teachers as necessary.
• Personal Contacts:
  • Students and families.
  • All district personnel.
  • Volunteers.
  • Community members.
• Job Duties:
  • Enhances academic performance and support for implementation of the school district’s student achievement goals.
  • Provides multiple forms of evidence of student learning and growth to students, families and staff.
  • Implements strategies supporting students, building and district goals.
  • Uses student performance data as a guide for decision making.
  • Accepts and demonstrates responsibility for creating a classroom culture that supports the learning of every student.
  • Creates an environment of mutual respect, rapport and fairness.
  • Participates in and contributes to a school culture that focuses on improved student learning.
  • Communicates with students, families, colleagues and communities effectively and…