Middle School Math Teacher | Cedar Rapids Prep

Cedar Rapids Prep•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

About Cedar Rapids Prep Cedar Rapids Prep is a tuition-free, college-preparatory school that opened in August 2025, initially serving 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, with plans to expand through 12th grade. 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. About the Role: Middle School Math Teacher The Math Teacher will play a vital role in shaping a rigorous, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive. As a founding 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. Reporting 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.

Requirements

3+ years of teaching experience, preferably in middle school or high school mathematics
Strong track record of student achievement in math
Experience designing and implementing differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students of varying math levels
Proven academic growth for students below grade level with math interventions
Experience integrating technology into math instruction, particularly to enhance student engagement
Deep belief in all students’ potential and a commitment to holding high academic and behavioral expectations
A growth mindset, constantly seeking to refine and improve instructional practice
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Adaptability and excitement about being part of a founding team at a new school
Readiness to go above and beyond, including putting in extra time in and outside of your role, to build Cedar Rapid’s premier college prep school

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging and rigorous instruction in alignment with state standards, college readiness assessments, and school priorities
Develop and implement student-centered lesson plans that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and mathematical reasoning
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including hands-on activities, project-based learning, and technology integration
Regularly assess student progress using a combination of formative and summative assessments to guide instruction
Provide students with clear, actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery
Build strong relationships with students, fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability, and support
Serve as an Advisory teacher, mentoring a small group of students in academic and personal growth throughout their four-year experience at Cedar Rapids Prep
Differentiate instruction and provide targeted interventions to ensure all students succeed, including students reading below grade level
Collaborate with Special Education staff and other support personnel to meet the needs of all learners, including those with IEPs or 504 plans
Contribute to the development of a strong school culture within the school through tutoring, clubs, or extracurricular opportunities
Work closely with fellow teachers and school leadership to align curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies
Participate in school-wide professional development to continuously refine instructional practice, including regular data and assessment reflection cycles
Engage in feedback cycles with the Dean of Academics and Principal to improve teaching effectiveness
Communicate regularly with families about student progress, celebrating successes and addressing challenges proactively
Participate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community
Support families in seeing the relevance of math in their child’s future careers and post-secondary aspirations