Careers

Careers at Breakthrough Miami

At Breakthrough Miami, we believe that for our community, our society, and our culture to reach its ultimate potential, it is imperative that each ambitious student is provided access to the optimum tools, networks, and opportunity to reach their potential. As a dynamic team of professionals with a passion for educational equity, we are dedicated to helping motivated students from under-resourced communities fulfill their promise as the architects of our future. We serve more than 1,500 Scholars in 5th through 12th grades, and 140 Teaching Fellows, across six sites utilizing an evidence-based “students-teaching-students” model.

Breakthrough Miami provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Breakthrough Miami offers a comprehensive benefit package, which includes the following: Health, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability and life insurance | 100% of employee only premiums paid by Breakthrough Miami | Matching 401K retirement plan | Minimum of 15 days annual PTO | 12 paid holidays and 8 paid company closure days.

For Immediate Hire - Assistant Site Director

The Assistant Site Director (ASD) is responsible for efficiently and effectively delivering programs and services that most directly affect Breakthrough Miami Scholars and families. An ASD oversees campus or site logistics, unpaid student volunteers, and some stipended positions, such as Teaching Fellows. As an ambassador of the program, the ASD builds supportive relationships with students, parents, schools, the community, and other stakeholders to ensure the academic and socio-enrichment success of all Breakthrough Scholars.

SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION BELOW:

Assistant Site Director

REPORTS TO: Site Director

START DATE: Immediate POSITION

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Site Director (ASD) is responsible for efficiently and effectively delivering programs and services that most directly affect Breakthrough Miami Scholars and families. An ASD oversees campus or site logistics, unpaid student volunteers, and some stipended positions, such as Teaching Fellows. As an ambassador of the program, the ASD builds supportive relationships with students, parents, schools, the community, and other stakeholders to ensure the academic and socio-enrichment success of all Breakthrough Scholars.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Work collaboratively with Program Leadership to develop engaging and challenging curriculum models, and effectively implement these models during the school-year and summer program
Provide current Breakthrough Scholars with ongoing educational counseling and proactive academic outreach and intervention to ensure site achievement of all Breakthrough Miami objectives
Assist with programs and procedures for recruitment, admissions, scheduling, and other activities for students and Teaching Fellows
Supervise Teaching Fellows and other stipended positions
Participate in Scholar recruitment/selection; give ongoing feedback and coaching; participate in performance review process
Manage unpaid student volunteers during the school year when there is no Site Coordinator
Address incidents involving staff, students, and volunteers according to established BTM practices; use judgment to escalate incidents as needed
Track student progress through grades, test scores, attendance, and other relevant data while maintaining up-to-date student data
Manage family and student communication to foster maximum attendance and engagement
Create and sustain partnerships with local elementary, middle and high schools for the purpose of student recruitment and student placement
Work collaboratively with parent liaisons to represent Breakthrough Miami across campus, participating in and promoting the program at school events and planning and delivering on-site activities.
Manage site activities when Site Director is not available
Participate in at least one organizational-wide work group
Participate in and/or lead special projects as assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Dependable and regular attendance; evening and weekend work required to fulfill the expectations of the role. Must have reliable transportation.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum two years of teaching experience or professional equivalent
Demonstrated success working with adolescents, young adults, and families

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Takes initiative; self-motivated
Able to identify problems and develop solutions
Self-directed, takes responsibility for own learning, and is committed to continuous improvement
Results-oriented; holds self accountable
Able to achieve outcomes in a flexible, fast-paced environment
Meets deadlines and acts with urgency
Ability to make informed decisions
Accepts direction and coaching
Embraces a growth mindset and creates a learning environment
Excellent public speaking, writing, communication, and computer skills
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Ability to develop and maintain key relationships
Able to take on special projects, as required
Effective at multi-tasking, able to oversee multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to collect, report, analyze, and use data

OTHER SUCCESS FACTORS:

Professional certification
Understanding of the Breakthrough model and Miami-Dade Public Schools
Sets high personal standards, follows through on commitments, models fairness and transparency in interactions
Able to operate effectively in diverse environments and interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds
Experience in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience in Salesforce and Social Media
Proficiency in Spanish or Creole

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Breakthrough Miami operates in a rapidly changing education and community environment. This job description is a summary, not a contract. The duties and responsibilities of this role may change due to organizational needs. Dependable and regular attendance and evening and weekend work are required to fulfill the expectations of the role.

Director of High School Programs

REPORTS TO: Lead Program Officer

START DATE: Immediate POSITION

SUMMARY: The Director of High School Programs is responsible for planning and implementing programming for Breakthrough Miami’s high school students to ensure they are prepared for academic success in high school, and successfully transition to college. The Director will work closely with students and families as they navigate the high school years, and hold students to high academic and community standards.

During the school year, the Director will plan Saturday programming, monitor academic progress, set goals for inside and outside of the classroom, and navigate school and other community resources, to ensure students stay on track for college. The Director will also introduce students and families to the ins and outs of college readiness, through workshops, field trips, and other community-building activities; and will perform the logistical tasks that support programming, such as scheduling, securing facilities, and arranging transportation as needed.

Over the summer, the Director will work with the BTU team to plan and execute the six-week Summer Institute for 150+ 9th grade students to build community and support academic readiness, and the transition to high school. They will oversee day-to-day operations, serve as the primary point of contact for students and families, and work with the rest of the team to manage Teaching Fellows as they execute Breakthrough’s “students teaching students” model.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Lead the development and implementation of robust BreakthroughU school year programming and summer programming that provides academic tools and real-life learning experiences, and mentoring relationships that support on-time high school graduation and entrance into post-secondary institutions
Use data and best practices to inform program development, evaluation, and growth
Meet established standards of accountability and measurements of success for program delivery, as well as student and teacher success
Champion students by nurturing individual student strengths and providing timely, appropriate interventions and resources as needed to ensure students are safe and supported
Oversee collection and analysis of student records, including report cards, progress reports, and Individualized Education Plans, standardized test scores, and other data relating to college transition success
Provide students with connections to supplemental and enrichment opportunities during the summer and school year to aid in college preparation and leadership development
Leverage creative communication vehicles to reach and engage Scholars, volunteers, and Teaching Fellows
Maintain positive, regular communication with students’ families, and provide personalized guidance and support throughout high school and during the college application process
Assist in the recruitment, management, and development of school-year AmeriCorps members, 20+ summer staff members and 25+ volunteers
Perform other duties that may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
Experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Excellent public speaking, writing, communication, and computer skills
Takes initiative, self-motivated, able to identify problems and develop solutions
Ability to develop and maintain key relationships
Curiosity about our work and how to maximize the utility of data, and eagerness to learn and expandknowledge, including about how to advance equity and apply our values in our data work
Results-oriented; holds self-accountable

OTHER SUCCESS FACTORS

Able to see the big picture while also paying attention to details
Understanding of the Breakthrough model and Miami-Dade Public Schools
Able to leverage technology to help students achieve learning goals using digital tools to access, decipher and construct knowledge and creative artifacts and make meaningful learning experiences.
Experience in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Sets high personal standards, follows through on commitments, models fairness and transparency in interactions
Able to operate effectively in diverse environments and interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds
Proficiency in Spanish or Creole

Physical Requirements

Occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to lift or carry. Activities occur inside and outside. Indoor work is in an air-conditioned office or school/classroom setting. Occasional outdoor work is subject to temperature and humidity. Must frequently move about both indoors and outdoors. Requires keyboarding, use of a mouse, exchanging information accurately, and close visual acuity to enter, prepare and analyze data and view a computer terminal.

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Site Director

REPORTS TO: Managing Program Director

START DATE: Immediate POSITION

SUMMARY: The Site Director manages the staff and day-to-day operations of the school year and summer programs at one of Breakthrough Miami’s six host school sites. This position is responsible for ensuring all program operations align with Breakthrough Miami’s vision, mission, and goals and continuously improving educational enrichment and operational processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the school year and summer programs for Scholars, Teaching Fellows, AmeriCorps Members, Instructional Coaches, and Volunteers
Collaborate with the program team to create a curriculum for school-year and summer programs that addresses the organization’s college preparatory mission and fosters integration of site activities in support of common goals
Cultivate and maintain program partnerships that enhance Scholar experiential learning opportunities
Oversee and ensure required data collection with fidelity
Ensure Scholar success through effective academic programming, experiential learning opportunities, and school options counseling
Support Scholars attending host site school, assisting with their academic success and integration into the school community
Lead site efforts to recruit, interview, hire, and train Teaching Fellows, Instructional Coaches, Volunteers, and Interns; working with team members to ensure timeliness and quality standards are met throughout the recruitment process
Supervise and evaluate staff, including Assistant Site Directors, Site Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teaching Fellows, and AmeriCorps Members, holding them accountable for results
Nurture and grow the embedded service-learning partnership across the host site campus
Recruit host site students for the Breakthrough Miami Student Club and oversee club activities
Cultivate and strengthen host site relationships, through meaningful engagement, with host site constituent groups, which include, but are not limited to, the parent liaisons, the parent association, students, parents, faculty, staff, and leadership
Build and maintain relationships with host site leadership, ensuring submission of monthly written reports and mutually agreed upon meetings are scheduled and take place
Work collaboratively with Parent Liaisons to represent Breakthrough Miami across campus, participating and promoting the program at school events and planning and delivering on-site activities
Participate in at least one organizational-wide workgroup
Work collaboratively with all staff to achieve Breakthrough Miami’s mission and goals
Perform other duties that may be assigned

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Dependable and regular attendance; evening and weekend work required to fulfill the expectations of the role. Must have reliable transportation.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum ten years of experience in youth development, education, or other relevant setting
Management and program administration experience
Volunteer management experience
Experience working with young adults, adolescents, and families
Demonstrated success in:
- results-oriented management; development and execution of systems to ensure accountability
- using resources to effectively maximize results and leverage team strengths
- leading change and inspiring others to action
- understanding, building, and managing key relationships
- crisis/contingency planning and effective execution in the face of the unexpected

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Ability to:
- collect, report, analyze and use data as a management tool
- meet deadlines and act with urgency
- take initiative, identify needs and implement solutions
- handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage a dynamic work schedule
- support staffing, budgeting, data analysis and other management and operations responsibilities
- effectively lead and contribute positively to teams
Excellent public speaking, writing and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to be an effective ambassador for Breakthrough Miami’s mission, vision and values
Ability to create an environment of learning and continuous improvement
Understand the importance of investing in the success of others
Able to operate effectively in diverse environments
Self-directed
Able to coach and be coached; give and receive direction and feedback
Sets high personal standards, follows through on commitments and models fairness and transparency in all interactions
Able to achieve outcomes in flexible, fast-paced environment
Digital proficiency

OTHER SUCCESS FACTORS:

M.A. / M.Ed.
Professional Teaching Certification
Familiarity with Breakthrough Miami model and Miami-Dade Public Schools
Proficiency in Spanish and/or Creole

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Breakthrough Miami operates in a rapidly changing education and community environment. This job description is a summary, not a contract. The duties and responsibilities of this role may change due to organizational needs. Dependable and regular attendance, evening and weekend work are required to fulfill the expectations of the role.

Summer Site Staff

Breakthrough Miami Overview

Breakthrough Miami (BTM) is an eight-year, tuition-free academic enrichment program that provides motivated middle-school students from underserved communities with the tools they need to achieve their most ambitious goals in life. Our students-teaching-students internship engages outstanding older students as teachers, mentors, and role models so that our Scholars enter and thrive in college-prep high schools and enroll in college. This award-winning program serves 1,300 talented students. More than 95 percent of our students attend public schools in Miami-Dade County while participating in our enrichment activities at five independent schools and one university site — Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, Gulliver School, Miami Country Day School, Palmer Trinity School, Ransom Everglades School, Saint Andrews, and the University of Miami.

Summer Site Coordinators

General Job Description The Summer Site Coordinator is a critical member of the Summer Administrative Team and helps ensure the smooth and safe operations of the Summer Institute at their assigned site.

Job Responsibilities

Train, coordinate, and oversee volunteers

Organize schedules
Create rosters
Track community service hours

Supervise Summer Food Service Program and coordinate student and staff meals and snacks

Attend Food Service Training
Plan and procure snacks for program
Work with lunch sponsor/vendor to ensure timely prep and service delivery, and also ensure procedures and reporting requirements are fulfilled
Arrange for non-sponsor food needs, including special staff lunches and dinners

Oversee the general cleanliness of the campus
Coordinate and oversee general office administration, including answering phones and taking messages; making copies; checking mail; coordinating program communications; filing; and data entry
Work closely with BTM Business Manager to ensure all supplies needed are provided to the site faculty in a timely manner
Keep accurate inventory of program/office supplies

Dispense and track all office supplies, classroom supplies, art supplies and audio-visual equipment
Assist with special teacher needs (video, music, etc.)

Oversee and manage early drop-off and late pick-up
Organize and document donated items
Help execute special events as needed

Qualifications

Strong academic record; minimum of two years of college
Two or more years of relevant experience
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to initiate and follow through on ideas and projects
Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively in many different environments with people from diverse backgrounds
Excellent writing, communication, and computer skills (good working knowledge of Microsoft Access, Excel, Word)
Familiarity with the Breakthrough model and/or Miami-Dade Public Schools, Broward County Public Schools, or Palm Beach County Public Schools is highly desireable

Schedule and Compensation

Dates and Times:

Prior to Summer Program: As needed by Site Director

Site Coordinator Training: May 10 & 17, 2025, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Start Date: June 7, 2025

Teacher Orientation: June 7-June 13, 2025, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Program: June 16-July 25, 2025 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Some evenings may be longer due to programming and family events.

Evaluation Week: July 28–August 1, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Compensation:

$4,250 stipend (paid over four pay periods)

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Summer Assistant Site Directors

General Job Description The Summer Assistant Site Director works collaboratively with full-time directors to ensure a successful Summer Institute; and works closely with the Scholars and their families, and the Teaching Fellows to ensure their needs are met.

Job Responsibilities

Assist Site Directors with the coordination and management of student attendance and reports for funders and BTM
Assist Site Directors with management of student information in the BTM student database
Assist Site Directors with student discipline/conduct issues
Assist with fire and evacuation drills
Assist with Teaching Fellow Training and professional development during Orientation Week and throughout the summer
Assist with management and development of Teaching Fellows
Assist with implementation of the Teaching Assistant program
Assist with collecting and reviewing all required paperwork and timesheets from faculty
Assist Site Directors in designing, implementing and overseeing Evaluation Week schedule
Assist Site Directors in remaining in compliance with the Breakthrough Collaborative, and funding guidelines
Assist Site Directors in preparation for major events at their respective site, including Visitors Day, Family Night, and other events as scheduled
Assist Site Directors with all program evaluations during final ten days of programming

Staff Evaluations of Students
Student Evaluations of Teachers
Staff and student Evaluations of Program
Parent Evaluations of Program

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required
Two or more years of relevant experience
Outstanding track record as a professional classroom teacher for minimum of two years
High degree of flexibility; ability to multitask between projects
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in many different environments with people from diverse backgrounds
Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback; both written and verbal
Comfort and confidence in working with children and adults
Creativity, energy, and commitment to excellence
Prior experience with Summerbridge or Breakthrough is highly desirable
Familiarity with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Broward County Public Schools, or Palm Beach County Public Schools is highly desirable
Experience in an academically rigorous college-preparatory institution is highly desirable

Schedule and Compensation

Dates and Times:

Prior to Summer Program: A few hours a week in May, as needed

Required Instructional Coach Training: May 10 & May 17, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Start Date: June 7, 2025

Teaching Fellow Orientation: June 7- June 13, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Program: June 16 -July 25, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Some evenings may be longer due to programming and family events.

Evaluation Week: July 28–August 1, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Compensation:

$4,500 stipend (paid over four pay periods)

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Instructional Coach - Academic

Instructional Coach – Academic

General Job Description Our model aspires to make learning fun and engaging, and to grow the potential of our Teaching Fellows, staff, and students in a supportive environment. Instructional Coaches (ICs) are experienced and successful professional educators who provide content specific support for BTM Teaching Fellows throughout the summer, and engage fully in the BTM community. ICs dictate the level of academic rigor during BTM’s summer program through their interactions with Teaching Fellows. Exemplary ICs effectively communicate content specifics to Teaching Fellows, guide Fellows through effective planning and execution, and hold both Fellows and students to the highest standards. Each IC will have a group of Teaching Fellows in his/her department(s) and is expected to lead department meetings, visit Fellows’ classes at least twice a week, evaluate lesson plans and curriculum overviews, and meet individually with Fellows regarding their on-going work; all the while giving constant feedback and support. Since ICs are the only professional teachers on-site, they are accountable for the quality of instruction BTM students receive, and are responsible for supporting BTM Teaching Fellows through their teaching experiences.

Specific Instructional Coach Duties

Pre-summer:

Complete training session (May, TBD)
Consult with BTM staff regarding 5th – 9th grade academic content in your specific content area in April and May
Meet with program staff to plan orientation workshops

Teaching Fellow Orientation:

Help facilitate workshops on topics, such as classroom management, lesson planning, creating classroom culture, etc.
Participate fully in all orientation workshops
Work with Teaching Fellows to design six-week unit plans and lesson plans

Six-Week Summer Program:

Guide Teaching Fellows through developing lesson plans, creating assessments and locating appropriate teaching resources
Provide Teaching Fellows with support and regular feedback as they design lesson plans
Observe each Teaching Fellow in your department at least once weekly, followed by a debriefing session in which Fellows receive concrete feedback based on Breakthrough’s Teaching Fellow Excellence Rubric
Communicate regularly with Site Director to discuss Teaching Fellow progress
Plan and lead departmental meetings
Lead at least one large group, mid-summer professional development session
Engage fully in the BTM community; sharing your passion for teaching, learning, and leading
Supporting individual student success with goal setting and documentation
Supervise and guide the Teaching Assistants who work with the Teaching Fellows

Evaluation Week:

Submit a final evaluation, as well as growth letters for each Teaching Fellow
Evaluate the overall summer program
Supervise Teaching Fellows as they compile their summer portfolios and evaluate the final products
Read and edit student evaluations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
State of Florida Teaching Certificate or equivalent
Outstanding track record as a professional classroom teacher
Superior presentation, writing and organizational skills
High degree of flexibility; ability to multitask between projects
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to hold others to high standards, while also offering support and maintaining positive relationships
Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback; both written and verbal
Experience with curriculum development and implementation
Outstanding knowledge of subject matter and broad knowledge of available resources
Comfort and confidence in working with children and adults
Creativity, energy, and commitment to excellence
Commitment to, and passion for, teaching students from diverse backgrounds
Prior experience with Summerbridge or Breakthrough is highly desirable
Familiarity with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Broward County Public Schools, or Palm Beach County Public Schools or is highly desirable
Experience in an academically rigorous college-preparatory institution is highly desirable

Schedule and Compensation

Dates and Times:

Prior to Summer Program: A few hours a week in May, as needed

Required Instructional Coach Training: May 10 & May 17, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Start Date: June 7, 2025

Teaching Fellow Orientation: June 7- June 13, 2025, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Program: June 16 -July 25, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Evaluation Week: July 28–August 1, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Compensation:

$4,500 stipend (paid over three pay periods)

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Instructional Coach - Social Emotional Wellness (SEW)

Instructional Coach – Social Emotional Wellness (SEW)

General Job Description Our model aspires to make learning fun and engaging, and to grow the potential of our Teaching Fellows, staff, and students in a supportive environment. Instructional Coaches (ICs) are experienced and successful professional educators who provide content specific support for BTM Teaching Fellows throughout the summer, and engage fully in the BTM community. ICs dictate the level of fidelity, rigor and consistency during BTM’s summer program through their interactions with Teaching Fellows. Exemplary ICs effectively communicate content specifics to Teaching Fellows, guide Fellows through effective planning and execution, and hold both Fellows and students to the highest standards. The IC managing SEW programming, in alignment and advancing academic progress through our Scholar Success Plans, will work with all Teaching Fellows at the site and is expected to lead meetings, visit Fellows’ classes at least twice a week, evaluate advisory plans and Scholar individual Scholar check-ins, and meet individually with Fellows regarding their on-going work; all the while giving constant feedback and support. Since ICs are the professionals on-site, they are accountable for the quality of instruction BTM students receive, and are responsible for supporting BTM Teaching Fellows through their teaching and advising experiences.

Specific Instructional Coach Duties

Pre-summer:

Complete training session (May, TBD)
Consult with BTM staff regarding 5th – 9th grade SEW/Success Plan content
Meet with program staff to plan orientation workshops

Teaching Fellow Orientation:

Help facilitate workshops on topics such as CASEL Competencies, Mindfulness/Mindful Kindness, academic planning, and how conduct individual check-ins
Participate fully in all orientation workshops
Work with Teaching Fellows to design six-week advisory plan and daily lesson plans

Six-Week Summer Program:

Guide Teaching Fellows through developing lesson plans, creating assessments and locating appropriate teaching resources
Provide Teaching Fellows with support and regular feedback as they design lesson plans
Observe each Teaching Fellow in your department twice weekly, followed by a debriefing session in which Fellows receive concrete feedback based on Breakthrough’s Teaching Fellow Excellence Rubric
Communicate regularly with Site Director to discuss Teaching Fellow progress
Plan and lead meetings to provide professional development for Teaching Fellows relating to Scholar SEL growth and development and academic success
Engage fully in the BTM community; sharing your passion for teaching, learning, and leading
Supervise and guide the Teaching Assistants who work with the Teaching Fellows
Supporting individual student success with goal setting and documentation
Supervise and guide the Teaching Assistants who work with the Teaching Fellows

Evaluation Week:

Submit a final evaluation for each Teaching Fellow
Evaluate the overall summer program
Supervise Teaching Fellows as they compile their summer portfolios and evaluate the final products
Read and edit student evaluations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Outstanding track record as a professional classroom teacher, including experience with SEL/Mindfulness for a minimum of two years
Superior presentation, writing, and organizational skills
High degree of flexibility; ability to multitask between projects
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to hold others to high standards while also offering support and maintaining positive relationships
Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback, both written and verbal
Experience with curriculum development and implementation
Outstanding knowledge of subject matter and broad knowledge of available resources
Comfort and confidence in working with children and adults
Creativity, energy, and commitment to excellence
Commitment to, and passion for, teaching students from diverse backgrounds
Training or experience in SEL, counseling, coaching or mindfulness a plus
Prior experience with Breakthrough is a plus
Familiarity with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Broward County Public Schools, Palm Beach County Public Schools, or State of Florida Teaching Certificate or equivalent is highly desirable
Experience in an academically rigorous college-preparatory institution is highly desirable

Schedule and Compensation

Dates and Times:

Prior to Summer Program: A few hours a week in May, as needed

Required Instructional Coach Training: May 10 and 17, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Start Date: June 7, 2025

Teaching Fellow Orientation: June 7- June 13, 2025, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Program: June 16 -July 25, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Evaluation Week: July 28–August 1, 2024, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Compensation:

Compensation – $4,500 stipend (paid over three pay periods)

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Instructional Coach - Entrepreneurship

Instructional Coach – Entrepreneurship

General Job Description Our model aspires to make learning fun and engaging, and to grow the potential of our Teaching Fellows, staff, and students in a supportive environment. Instructional Coaches (ICs) are experienced and successful professional educators who provide content specific support for BTM Teaching Fellows throughout the summer, and engage fully in the BTM community. ICs dictate the level of fidelity, rigor and consistency during BTM’s summer program through their interactions with Teaching Fellows and staff. Exemplary ICs effectively communicate content specifics to Fellows, guide them through effective planning and execution, and hold both Fellows and students to the highest standards. The Entrepreneurship IC will adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students, provide training to Fellows, and follow up with them throughout the summer to ensure fidelity to programming. The IC will also support the execution of at least one business plan challenge.

Specific Instructional Coach Duties

Pre-summer:

Complete training session (May, TBD)
Consult with BTM staff regarding 9th-grade academic content in your specific content area
Meet with program staff to plan orientation workshops

Teaching Fellow Orientation:

Help facilitate workshops on topics such as classroom management, lesson planning, creating classroom culture, etc.
Participate fully in all orientation workshops
Work with Teaching Fellows to design six-week advisory unit plans and lesson plans

Six-Week Summer Program:

Guide Teaching Fellows through developing lesson plans, creating assessments and locating appropriate teaching resources
Provide Teaching Fellows with support and regular feedback as they design lesson plans
Observe each Teaching Fellow in your department at least once weekly, followed by a debriefing session in which Fellows receive concrete feedback based on Breakthrough’s Teaching Fellow Excellence Rubric
Communicate regularly with Site Director to discuss Teaching Fellow progress
Plan and lead departmental meetings
Lead at least one large group, mid-summer professional development session
Engage fully in the BTM community; sharing your passion for teaching, learning, and leading
Supporting individual student success with goal setting and documentation
Supervise and guide the Teaching Assistants who work with the Teaching Fellows

Evaluation Week:

Submit a final evaluation, as well as growth letters for each Teaching Fellow
Evaluate the overall summer program
Supervise Teaching Fellows as they compile their summer portfolios and evaluate the final products
Read and edit student evaluations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Outstanding track record as a professional classroom teacher
Superior presentation, writing and organizational skills
High degree of flexibility; ability to multitask between projects
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to hold others to high standards, while also offering support and maintaining positive relationships
Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback; both written and verbal
Experience with curriculum development and implementation
Outstanding knowledge of subject matter and broad knowledge of available resources
Comfort and confidence in working with children and adults
Creativity, energy, and commitment to excellence
Commitment to, and passion for, teaching students from diverse backgrounds
Prior experience with Breakthrough is a plus
Familiarity with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Broward County Public Schools, or Palm Beach County Public Schools or State of Florida Teaching Certificate or equivalentis highly desirable
Experience in an academically rigorous college-preparatory institution is highly desirable

Schedule and Compensation

Dates and Times:

Prior to Summer Program: A few hours a week in May, as needed

Required Instructional Coach Training: May 10 and 17, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Start Date: June 7, 2025

Teaching Fellow Orientation: June 7- June 13, 2025, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Program: June 16 -July 25, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Evaluation Week: July 28–August 1, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Compensation:

Compensation – $4,500 stipend (paid over three pay periods)

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Attend a Summer Staff Info Session

Thursday, November 14, 2024, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Get ready to make an impact on the future.
Volunteers are vital to the success of our program. Apply to become a volunteer by clicking on your preferred site below and completing the application. Following your application submission, a member of our team will contact you with next steps. Please be advised, if you are 18 and over, you will be required to complete a background check. In addition, all volunteers must complete orientation and training before starting.

Thank you for your interest in serving with Breakthrough Miami! It takes a village!

Apply to be a Volunteer Teaching Assistant:

Breakthrough Teaching Assistants are young, energetic and enthusiastic high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who aspire to become Breakthrough Teaching Fellows. Breakthrough Miami is based on a “students teaching students” model. Each Teaching Assistant provides Teaching Fellows with avid support throughout the summer program. Teaching Assistants will be able to contribute to lesson planning activities and will be responsible for teaching 2 mini-lessons and actively participating in the learning process in the classroom.

Volunteers- Begin Your Application HERE