Fine Arts Teacher | Cedar Rapids Prep

Cedar Rapids Prep

Cedar Rapids, IA, US
Competitive salary: aligned with local district ex...
On-site
Valid iowa teaching license with art endorsement
Experience teaching visual arts in secondary setting
Ability to design curriculum from scratch
Cedar Rapids Prep is seeking a Fine Arts Teacher to develop and deliver introductory fine arts courses in a collaborative, supportive, and creative environment. The ideal candidate should have a valid Iowa teaching license with an endorsement in Art for grades 6-12, alongside experience in curriculum development and student engagement. The position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a unique chance to build a fine arts program from the ground up

Job Summary

  • Cedar Rapids Prep is a tuition-free, college-preparatory school opening in August 2025 that seeks to empower students through rigorous academics and leadership.
  • The Fine Arts Teacher will build a new program from the ground up while serving as an advisory teacher mentoring a small group of students for four years.
  • The role includes competitive salary aligned with local district expectations, enrollment in IPERS, and access to weekly coaching with the Dean of Academics.

Matching Summary

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Cedar Rapids Prep is seeking a Fine Arts Teacher to develop and deliver introductory fine arts courses in a collaborative, supportive, and creative environment. The ideal candidate should have a valid Iowa teaching license with an endorsement in Art for grades 6-12, alongside experience in curriculum development and student engagement. The position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a unique chance to build a fine arts program from the ground up.

Salary

Competitive Salary: Aligned with local district expectations; Retirement Plan: Enrollment in Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS); Benefits: Weekly coaching, wellness supports including massage chair and cold brew on tap

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Iowa teaching license with Art endorsement
  • Experience teaching visual arts in secondary setting
  • Ability to design curriculum from scratch

Nice-to-have

  • Experience organizing student art exhibitions
  • Strong interpersonal collaboration skills
  • Growth mindset for instructional improvement

Key Requirements

  • Valid Iowa teaching license with Art endorsement grades 6-12
  • Secondary teaching experience preferred
  • Proven ability to build curriculum from the ground up

Work Rights

Must have valid Iowa teaching license

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