High-paying teaching jobs in Cedar Rapids

Teaching involves guiding students in learning academic subjects by crafting engaging lessons. Teachers develop curricula, assess student progress, and foster a supportive environment. They exhibit patience, communication skills, and subject knowledge.


We found 113 high-paying for you in Cedar Rapids, IA. These teaching jobs pay well, with salaries between $24,815 to $67,110 per hour. Popular roles include Child Care Teacher, Substitute Teacher and Special Education Para.

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Updated Oct 25, 2026
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Cedar Rapids, IA
Iowa
Job openings (Cedar Rapids)

Adjunct Faculty

Cedar Rapids

$1,227 per week

Iowa

$1,261 per week

Assistant Professor

Cedar Rapids

$54,331 per year

Iowa

$50,269 per year

Special Education Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$53,797 per year

Iowa

$58,131 per year

High School Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$17.81 per hour

Iowa

$18.75 per hour

Special Education Paraprofessional

Cedar Rapids

$17.47 per hour

Iowa

$17.41 per hour

Special Education Para

Cedar Rapids

$17.23 per hour

Iowa

$16.25 per hour

Substitute Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$16.08 per hour

Iowa

$24.89 per hour

Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$15.57 per hour

Iowa

$17.21 per hour

Assistant Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$15.31 per hour

Iowa

$14.95 per hour

Child Care Teacher

Cedar Rapids

$12.65 per hour

Iowa

$14.91 per hour

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