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West Monona Community School District
Position Opening: PK–12 Talented and Gifted (TAG) Teacher
Location: West Monona Elementary School
Start Date: Fall 2025-2026
West Monona Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and dynamic PK–12 Talented and Gifted (TAG) Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year. We are looking for an educator who excels in communication, collaboration, and building strong interpersonal relationships. The ideal candidate understands the unique academic, emotional, social, and developmental needs of gifted learners and is passionate about helping students reach their full potential.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Iowa teaching license (or ability to obtain appropriate certification or Class B license by the district's start date)
- TAG endorsement preferred
Desired Skills and Knowledge:
- Expertise in TAG instruction and curriculum
- Ability to analyze and use student data to inform instruction
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
- Excellent oral and written communication abilities
- Effective collaboration with staff, students, and families
- Commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to enrich and extend student learning experiences
- Plan and deliver differentiated instruction and assessments for gifted learners
- Develop curriculum and align lessons to essential standards and student goals
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families and staff
- Actively participate in school-wide initiatives and professional development
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Superintendent’s Office
1314 15th St.
Onawa, IA 51040
Please submit completed applications and resumes directly to the Superintendent’s Office.
For questions, contact Marty Fonley at marty.fonley@westmonona.org or 712-433-2043
This position will remain open until filled.
West Monona CSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.