(Cedar Rapids, Iowa/KCRG) – Police are investigating reports of a teacher assaulting two students at a Cedar Rapids school. One parent told KCRG TV that on Monday a teacher at Johnson STEAM Academy yanked on her son’s hoodie, choking him. Another parent said the same teacher slapped her daughter in the face. The school district confirms a teacher has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation unfolds. Police say the investigation is ongoing, and prosecutors have not filed charges.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District released the following statement:

“Cedar Rapids Community School District is aware of the reported incident and is thoroughly investigating said situation consistent with the law and our policies and procedures. The staff member has been placed on administrative leave during the process. Being an active student and staff investigation, we cannot comment on the details. Student safety and well-being are the utmost priority as we continue building safe and secure learning environments for all.”