3rd Grade teacher ($51,156-$75,906) JobID: 2494
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Intermediate - Grades 3-5
Date Posted:
10/12/2026
Location:
Pence Elementary
Date Available:
immediately
Closing Date:
Until Filled
See Attached 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 you-reflecting 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
641-472-2655
evan.marten@fairfieldsfuture.org
