MS Social Studies Teacher; Grades 5-8

2026-27 ms social studies teacher (grades 5-8)

breakthrough public schools (bps) is seeking middle school social studies teachers (grades 5-8) for the  school year. Teaching at bps is a rewarding experience where dedicated staff work to impact more than 3,000 students across 10 tuition‑free schools serving grades k‑8. Bps is recognized as the top‑performing network of k‑8 charter schools in cleveland, honored by local, state, and national organizations for excellence in teaching, leadership, and student achievement.

Each day we continue our mission to build equitable, anti‑racist environments and cultures in our schools where scholars and adults can grow and thrive. We provide opportunities for educators to grow as professionals and build leadership skills to expand their impact in the classroom, within their school, or in the breakthrough network.

• support the school's mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies toward students, parents/guardians, and coworkers.
• design and effectively deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum and instruction that reflects observations and goals of individual children.
• establish a classroom culture of high expectations that includes college preparation for all students.
• work with the faculty and school leadership to frequently examine student data for ongoing refinement of instruction and assessment.
• share best practices with other teachers and collaborate with them to improve instructional and assessment practices.
• facilitate regular parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss student progress.
• keep the classroom environment organized, attractive and safe.
• interact frequently and respectfully with students.

education: bachelor’s degree required.

experience: 2 years of teaching experience preferred; experience in an urban setting strongly preferred.

licensure and certification: valid ohio teaching license or substitute license, or in the process of obtaining a valid ohio teaching license.

technical skills and knowledge:

• passionate about urban education and bps’s mission.
• highly qualified in the content area and/or grade level.
• uses data to drive instruction.
• maintain a professional attitude.
• receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally.
• has the work ethic and desire to go above and beyond.
• highly organized.
• proficient in microsoft applications and google sheets.
• excellent oral, written, and verbal communication skills with varied audiences.
• self‑motivated with the ability to meet deadlines, problem‑solve, and work independently.
• respected presence and ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• demonstrate ability to work as a team member and foster collaboration.

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 required to participate in the state teachers retirement system of ohio (strs) or the school employees retirement system of ohio (sers). Additional benefits include paid life, std, ltd, supplemental life insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, flexible spending account and an employee assistance program.

We have an exciting holiday and paid time off offering and provide training and development opportunities including but not limited to personal development, professional development, and team development opportunities.

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