New-to-District Teacher Mentor & Growth Coach

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: $500 annually

Extra duty (i.e., .5 day of support)

3 hours of Professional Learning paid

Job summary

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Building Based Mentor to support and empower teachers new to the district. This role provides tailored, non-evaluative mentorship to foster strong connections to CRCSD culture and improve teacher retention.

Key responsibilities include guiding instructional practices, classroom management, differentiating instruction, and collaboration with building leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years teaching experience in Cedar Rapids Community Schools.
• Experience supporting new-to-district teachers or mentors is preferred.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Support new-to-district teachers with professional practices including instructional strategies, classroom management, differentiating instruction, and culture.
• Collaborate with building leadership and teachers; maintain confidential relationships.
• Participate in job-embedded professional development for new-to-district needs.
• Provide specific actionable feedback on professional practices.
• Support district and building policies and procedures as needed.

Skills

Mentoring

Classroom management

Instructional strategies

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Professional collaboration

Communication

Time management

Growth mindset

Resourcefulness

Job description

The Cedar Rapids Community School District is seeking a Building Based Mentor to support and empower teachers new to the district. This role provides tailored, non-evaluative mentorship to foster strong connections to CRCSD culture and improve teacher retention.

Key responsibilities include guiding instructional practices, classroom management, differentiating instruction, and collaboration with building leadership.