Teachers

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 About The Red Barn Schoolhouse:

This is a new, nature-based, tuition-free, public K-5 elementary charter school located in the Loess Hills of southwestern Iowa, just 15 minutes from the vibrant Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area. The school is set on a property featuring prairies, gardens, green space, and old-growth forests. The location offers abundant opportunities for nature-based and experiential learning. We are opening our doors in August 2026.

Teacher Position Overview:

Title: Elementary School Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Salary:  $55,000 - $85,000 annually

Benefits: Individual health, life, dental, visual and disability insurance will be paid 100% by RBS.  IPERS retirement benefits offered.

This is a full time, exempt position

We are welcoming teachers to apply for a position as a K-5 (K-4 to start)  elementary school teacher at the Red Barn Schoolhouse. We are hiring three teachers, Kindergarten, an integrated grade 1/grade 2 teacher, and an integrated grade 3/grade 4 teacher.  Class sizes will be kept between 15 and 20.   Our new teachers will support the creation of a groundbreaking educational experience that blends nature, community, and artistic creativity. 

We employ an innovative year-round calendar with a four-day student week.  This calendar is designed to support deep learning for staff and students, educator well-being, and opportunities for true parent partnerships. 

Candidates will need a strong belief in academic excellence as a foundation for lifelong learning and believe that children thrive when they are:

• Seen, heard, and deeply engaged in their own learning journeys.
• Invited into meaningful exploration through nature, art, and inquiry.
• Surrounded by caring adults who build trust and belonging.
• Challenged and supported in achieving academic excellence through hands-on, inquiry-driven learning.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Minimum Requirement: Iowa-Certified Teaching License (https://educate.iowa.gov/educator-licensure/licenses-authorizations) 
• Experience as an elementary teacher

Preferred Qualities and Attitudes:

• Innovative self-starter
• Flexible in thinking and planning
• Strong collaborator 
• Vested in continuous improvement
• Positive culture builder

Curriculum & Instructional Focuses:

• Knowledge of inquiry-based, integrated learning methodologies
• Uses Iowa Core Standards to guide and prioritize integrated instruction
• Understanding of child development and diverse learning needs in a variety of settings
• Ability to access and utilize resources from a variety of sources
• Creates and utilizes a variety of student assessment tools

Community & Family Engagement:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with school stakeholders
• Ability to build partners in the community
• Innovative in approach to partner and collaborate with families

The Red Barn Schoolhouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Work Days180 

Salary Range $55,000-$85,000 

Please go to TeachIowa to apply. 

Job Number 8600044580

Start Date08/20/2026

Open Date03/25/2026