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LG Seeds

Seasonal Production - Temporary Part-Time

Marcus, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

This is a temporary/seasonal opportunity. Work in the day-to-day operations of soybean seed production, including but not limited to: conditioning, warehousing, shipping, and seed box wash. This ...

Minnstate

$30.76 - $54.52/hr

Customized Training Instructor (Part-Time, Temporary) Institution: St. Cloud Technical and Community College Classification Title: Customized Training Rep Bargaining Unit / Union: 218: Non-Unit City:

Colony Brands, Inc.

Warehouse Associate

Peosta, IA · On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: * Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Embroidery Technician

Peosta, IA · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: * Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Embroidery Technician

Clinton, IA · On-site

$16.50/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: • Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Forklift Operator

Peosta, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.25/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: * Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Forklift Operator

Clinton, IA · On-site

$18/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: * Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

Colony Brands, Inc.

Warehouse Associate

Clinton, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Benefits Details Temporary/Part-Time Employee Benefits/Perks: * Performance Based Pay/Incentives - We provide job performance pay and incentive based pay for the majority of our Temporary/Part-Time ...

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What is a temporary parttime?

Temporary part-time jobs are positions where employees work fewer hours than full-time staff and are hired for a limited period. These roles can last from a few days to several months and are often used to fill gaps during busy seasons, cover employee absences, or complete short-term projects. Temporary part-time jobs offer flexibility for both employers and workers, making them ideal for students, retirees, or anyone seeking supplemental income. They can be found in various industries, including retail, hospitality, administration, and healthcare.

What does a temporary parttime do?

Temporary part-time positions often involve a variety of tasks depending on the industry and employer's needs. You might be asked to assist with administrative duties, customer service, data entry, or support ongoing projects with specific, short-term goals. These roles typically offer flexible schedules and require adaptability, as priorities can shift quickly. Teamwork is common, and you'll likely collaborate with permanent staff to ensure smooth operation during peak periods or staff shortages.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary parttime?

To thrive as a Temporary Part-Time Worker, you need reliability, adaptability, and basic job-specific skills, often with minimal formal qualifications required. Familiarity with common office software, point-of-sale systems, or other relevant industry tools can be beneficial depending on the assignment. Strong communication, time management, and a positive attitude help you quickly integrate into new teams and environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for meeting employer expectations and succeeding in varied, short-term roles.

What is the difference between Temporary Parttime vs Temporary Fulltime?

AspectTemporary ParttimeTemporary Fulltime
Work HoursFewer hours per week, typically less than 30More hours per week, usually 30 or more
CredentialsOften requires basic qualifications or noneSimilar credentials, but may require more experience
Work EnvironmentSame as fulltime, often in office or retail settingsSame as parttime, in various industries
Employment DurationShort-term, project-based or seasonalShort-term, project-based or seasonal

Temporary Parttime jobs involve fewer hours and are often short-term, ideal for flexible schedules. Temporary Fulltime roles offer more hours but are still temporary, suitable for those seeking more consistent work hours. Both share similar credentials and work environments, differing mainly in hours worked per week.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Parttime job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 22% Full Time, and 77% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Temporary Part-Time Music Therapist

Iowa City, IA • On-site

Oaknoll Retirement Residence
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Oaknoll Retirement Residenceexternal

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and implement both group and one-on-one music therapy sessions based on residents' interests and abilities.

  • Teach guitar, piano, or other instruments through personalized music therapy sessions.

  • Engage residents in musical activities to promote confidence, creative expression, and a sense of home.

Job description

Job Type
Part-time, Temporary
Description
Oaknoll has a temporary opening for a part-time Music Therapist! As a Music Therapist you do more than engage our residents through music, you bring confidence through building musical skills, you encourage joy through enabling creative expression, and you CREATE home by the moments created through music. Oaknoll is a not-for-profit community that provides resident-centered care and services through our CREATE culture.
CREATE is an acronym for our values: caring, respect, enthusiasm, awareness, teamwork, and encouragement. We believe that people should experience joyful, active, and connected lives as they age. We believe people should have the opportunity to receive competent, caring, and compassionate health care when they need it. We believe our community is both special and unique because of the people who live here, the people who work here, and the relationships that they build together. We strive to make the lives of our residents and our staff meaningful and fulfilling. If you want to share in these values and the relationships that they allow us to build, we are looking for YOU!
Oaknoll is seeking a part-time Music Therapist to join our team on a temporary basis. The position is for 8 hours a week for approximately 12 weeks. Responsibilities for this position include planning and implementing both group and one-on-one music therapy sessions according to residents' interests, cognitive and physical abilities, and teaching guitar, piano, or other instruments through personalized music therapy sessions.
Why choose Oaknoll? Not only are we a community focused not-for-profit, but we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: competitive pay, paid time off, retirement plan with company contributions, 40% off employee meals, free use of our gyms and pool, weekly access to a Nurse Practitioner free of charge, onsite parking, tuition reimbursement, scholarship program, and student loan repayment assistance, along with medical, dental, vision, life, FSAs, and voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurances for eligible employees.
Come check us out and learn why Oaknoll is right for you!
About Oaknoll
Oaknoll Retirement Residence is an independent, not-for-profit, continuing care retirement community in Iowa City, IA. We provide resident-centered service, driven by our values of caring, respect, enthusiasm, awareness, teamwork, and encouragement. We're proud of our excellent reputation as a premier place to live and work. There's a strong sense of family at Oaknoll, so coming to work is like coming home.
Oaknoll Retirement Residence is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or other reason prohibited by law.
Requirements
  • Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Music Therapy.
  • Candidates must be a Certified Music Therapist approved by the American Music Therapy Association.
  • Candidates must demonstrate fundamental computer literacy.
  • Candidates should have experience with aging populations, and training in the care of persons with dementia or other age-related diseases.

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