What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6-12 Business/Computer Science Teacher (1-year Contract) position at Lone Tree MS/HS?
Job Title: 6-12 Business/Computer Science Teacher (1-year Contract)
Reports to: MS/HS Principal
The Lone Tree Community School District is seeking an interim 6-12 Business/Computer Science Teacher for the 2027-28 school year. Please note that this is a one-year contract for the 2027-2028 school year because the current teacher received the 2027 Iowa Teacher of the Year award.
Our district is backed by a deeply supportive community and an exceptional staff dedicated to our mission: "Every Student, Every Day." We design our schedules to cultivate strong, meaningful relationships between educators and students. By maintaining a small staff-to-student ratio, we prioritize collaborative teaching and ensure every student receives personalized attention to thrive.
The Lone Tree Community School District is located along the Hwy 218 corridor with access to Iowa City in approximately 15 minutes. Lone Tree has a small-town feel with ready access to the amenities of Iowa City, Kirkwood Community College, and the University of Iowa. Lone Tree Community School District is proud to serve over 400 students.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates the ability to enhance academic performance.
- Demonstrates competence in content knowledge appropriate to the teaching position.
- Demonstrates competence in planning and preparing for instruction.
- Uses strategies to deliver instruction that meets the multiple learning needs of students.
- Uses effective classroom management strategies.
- Works collaboratively with other educational and community professionals.
- Engages in professional growth.
- Attends work on a consistent and punctual basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The ideal applicant will be a subject matter expert in the teaching area, proficient in the use of student achievement data to guide instruction, able to openly and honestly collaborate with peers, able to use technology to present high-quality student instruction, and committed to maximizing the learning potential of all students.