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The school emphasizes academic excellence, leadership, and personal ownership, providing a supportive community where students are paired with dedicated advisors to ensure their success. Cedar Rapids Prep offers a private school experience without the cost, featuring top-notch facilities, student uniforms, and rigorous academics. As part of the Opportunity Education Network, the school aims to empower students to lead ambitious and purpose-driven lives.\nAbout the Role: Math Teacher\nThe Math Teacher will play a vital role in shaping a rigorous, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive. As a teacher at Cedar Rapids Prep, you will have the opportunity to build a strong math program that fosters both conceptual understanding and real-world application.\nReporting to the school principal, with regular coaching from the schools Dean of Academics, the Math Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and instructional practices, leveraging student data for continuous improvement, and helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond. This role is ideal for an educator who is deeply knowledgeable in mathematics, skilled in engaging students of diverse backgrounds, and excited about being part of an innovative school model that prioritizes academic excellence, student agency, and college preparation.\nResponsibilities\nAs a dynamic and growing organization, responsibilities will evolve; however, core areas of focus include:\nInstruction Delivery & Curriculum Development (65%)\nDeliver engaging and rigorous instruction in alignment with state standards, college readiness assessments, and school priorities\nDevelop and implement student-centered lesson plans that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and mathematical reasoning\nUtilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including hands-on activities, project-based learning, and technology integration\nRegularly assess student progress using a combination of formative and summative assessments to guide instruction\nProvide students with clear, actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery\nStudent Engagement & Support (20%)\nBuild strong relationships with students, fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability, and support\nServe as an Advisory teacher, mentoring a small group of students in academic and personal growth for their entire middle school experience at Cedar Rapids Prep\nDifferentiate instruction and provide targeted interventions to ensure all students succeed\nCollaborate with Special Education staff and other support personnel to meet the needs of all learners, including those with IEPs or 504 plans\nContribute to the development of a strong school culture within the school through tutoring, clubs, or extracurricular opportunities\nCollaboration & Professional Growth (10%)\nWork closely with fellow teachers and school leadership to align curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies\nParticipate in school-wide professional development to continuously refine instructional practice, including regular data and assessment reflection cycles\nEngage in feedback cycles with the Dean of Academics and Principal to improve teaching effectiveness\nFamily & Community Engagement (5%)\nCommunicate regularly with families about student progress, celebrating successes and addressing challenges proactively\nParticipate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community\nSupport families in seeing the relevance of math in their child’s future careers and post-secondary aspirations\nIdeal Candidate Experiences\n3+ years of teaching experience, preferably in middle school or high school mathematics\nStrong track record of student achievement in math\nExperience designing and implementing differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students of varying math levels\nProven academic growth for students below grade level with math interventions\nExperience integrating technology into math instruction, particularly to enhance student engagement \nIdeal Candidate Traits\nDeep belief in all students’ potential and a commitment to holding high academic and behavioral expectations\nA growth mindset, constantly seeking to refine and improve instructional practice\nStrong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues\nPassion for mathematics education and making math relevant and engaging for students\nAdaptability and excitement about being part of a founding team at a new school\nReadiness to go above and beyond, including putting in extra time in and outside of your role, to build Cedar Rapids’ premier college prep school\nCompensation\nSalary is currently budgeted in a range competitive with local district expectations. 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