STARS Education Career Pathway Coach - Kennedy

Cedar Rapids Community School District; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Rapids Community School District invites applications for a STARS Education Career Pathway Coach Kennedy at Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This full-time role supports Educators Rising, mentors students, and collaborates with district and university chapters to enhance teaching careers.

Responsibilities include regular student meetings, chapter management for competitions, and developing engaging lesson plans using technology.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate.
• Classroom teaching experience required (4+ years preferred). Mentoring or coaching is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be acceptable per district policy.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students on a regular basis and oversee student-led chapter structure.
• Keep up with chapter registration (EdRising) and management for competitions and conferences.
• Develop lesson plans and appropriate technology to stimulate and maximize learning.
• Collaborate with other EdRising chapters in the district and University of Iowa Aspiring Educator chapters.
• Diagnose student needs and appraise progress.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, parents, students, and administrators.
• Ensure a group of students attend the Iowa EdRising competition.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring/Coaching

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Iowa Teaching Certificate

Job description

STARS Education Career Pathway Coach - Kennedy

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5910760
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 01, 2026 3:20 PM (UTC)
• Position Type: Full-time
• Job Categories: Athletics & Activities > Coaching

Job Description

STARS Education Career Pathway Coach Kennedy

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid Iowa Teaching Certificate

2. Classroom teaching experience required (4+ years preferred). Experience mentoring or coaching is a plus.

3. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators

4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO and Supported by: Building Principal and Stars Human Resources LEAD

PROGRAM GOALS: Educators Rising is a nationally known career and technical student organization (CTSO) focused on teaching. Leaders support students who are interested in teaching as a career. Candidates must foster skills of all students participating in the EdRising chapter functions and curriculum in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Responsibilities:

1. Meet with students on a regular basis and oversee student-led structure of chapter

2. Keep up with chapter registration (EdRising) and management and planning procedures for competitions and conferences

3. Develop lesson plans and appropriate technology utilizing effective teaching techniques to stimulate and maximize learning.

4. Collaborate with other EdRising chapters in the district and University of Iowa Aspiring Educator chapters

5. Diagnose the needs and levels of performance for each student and appraise student work and progress.

6. Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships with staff, parents, students, and administrators.

7. Maintain professional competence through professional development activities provided by the school district and self-selected professional growth activities.

8. Ensure a group of students attend the Iowa EdRising competition with a goal of competing.

Coaching Qualities:

1. Teach students theories and skills underlying the various competition events

2. Foster skills in research, organization and development of student projects

3. Conduct practices and drills to reinforce and assess skill development

4. Review performance evaluation(s) from competition judges and motivate students to constantly improve

5. Nurture beginning students while challenging experienced students

6. Continuously assess strengths and weaknesses of the program to improve it from year to year

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Short-term contract $3000

About EdRising

Educators Rising Iowa is a network of students, teachers, and education leaders who are working together to recruit and prepare the next generation of highly-skilled teachers. Teaching is a profession which means so much to those who choose to take part in it, and we are devoted to growing our members into exceptional educators. Learn more about Educators Rising at the national level by visiting educatorsrising.org.

Information about last year- 2026 State Competitions

Last year, we offered three competitions. Based on the feedback we received from the interest survey this past spring, we have decided to expand our offerings! This year, we will offer 4 competitions and 1 contest:

• Children's Literature K-3
• Creative Lecture (TED Talk)
• EdRising Moment
• Exploring Non-Core Subject Teaching
• Interactive Bulletin Board (Contest)

Please click here to open a companion document to view the rules and rubrics for each competition or contest.

State Conference & Competitions

Please Save the Date for the 2027 Educators Rising Iowa Conference & Competitions AS SOON AS IT IS ANNOUNCED

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2500 Edgewood Road NW
• Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]