POSITION SUMMARY:

Breakthrough Public Schools (BPS) seeks an Innovation Lab Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. This role is responsible for delivering STEM-focused enrichment programming that fosters critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills in scholars. The Innovation Lab Teacher designs and implements engaging, hands-on learning experiences aligned to grades 5–8 curriculum, while supporting a culture of innovation and exploration.

This position also collaborates with school leadership and instructional staff to support scholar achievement, contributes to program implementation, and helps build a strong, equitable learning environment aligned with BPS’s mission.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Innovation Lab Teacher will serve as an Enrichment Teacher focused on helping scholars develop and explore STEM education, creating critical thinkers, and enabling the next generation of innovators. 

Instruction & Student Learning

• Implement structured Innovation Lab curriculum for grades 5–8


• Facilitate engaging, hands-on STEM learning experiences


• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse scholar needs


• Support small group instruction, tutoring, and push-in services

Program Implementation & Collaboration

• Attend monthly check-ins and Innovation Lab meetings


• Participate in weekly check-ins with the Lab Director


• Support coordination and scheduling of quarterly site visits


• Collaborate with teachers during non-instructional time (e.g., grading, planning support)

Data, Reporting & Compliance

• Submit required educator surveys (pre, mid-year, post)


• Complete mid-year and end-of-year progress reports


• Submit elective and school engagement plans


• Provide monthly digital media artifacts to BPS


• Support collection of student media releases

School & Instructional Support

• Assist with test administration, including small group facilitation


• Provide intermittent classroom coverage as needed


• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high-performing school culture

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree 

 

Experience: 

Relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of the classroom Grit and perseverance to work within a fast-paced, evolving program (First Year of implementation) Commitment to use data and technology to personalize learning for both adults and scholars Commitment and enthusiasm for working with an ethnically & economically diverse scholar body Ability to model, live, and reinforce the school’s core values inside and outside the classroom with colleagues, scholars, parents, and the larger community Optimism, resiliency, curiosity, a sense of humor, and a burning passion for personal growth and scholar success Licensure and Certification(s):

Valid OH teaching certificate/license or must be in the process of obtaining a valid OH teaching certificate/license in subject area to be taught Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record in accordance with the BPS’s acceptable guidelines.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience as a high-performing classroom teacher preferred


• Demonstrated interest in STEM education and innovation-based learning


• Ability to integrate technology to enhance instruction and student engagement

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed primarily in a school and classroom setting


• Requires standing, walking, and active engagement with students throughout the day


• Occasional sitting for extended periods during planning or administrative tasks


• Frequent use of computers and instructional technology


• Moderate noise levels typical of a school environment

ANY PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY MAKES A FALSE STATEMENT IS GUILTY OF FALISIFCATION UNDER SECTION 2921.13 OF THE REVISED CODE, WHICH IS A MISDEMEANOR OF THE FIRST DEGREE

DISCLAIMER: 

The information outlined in this job description indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.

 

Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience. Breakthrough Schools offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision, life and disability coverage. Employees are also eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

Breakthrough Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.