Innovative Learning Lab STEM Teacher

Learning Coach

Innovative Learning Lab STEM Teacher

Reports To:

Campus Principal

Wage/Hour Status:
Professional/Exempt

Pay Grade:
Teacher Pay Scale

Days: 187

Location:

Connally Junior High School

Primary Purpose

The Learning Coach (LC) serves as an innovative instructional leader dedicated to extending learning opportunities for students who demonstrate mastery of grade-level standards. The Learning Coach will design and facilitate exploratory, student-centered learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.

This position is designed to move students beyond traditional learning expectations by engaging them in inquiry-based learning, real-world problem solving, innovation, and independent exploration. Students will identify authentic world problems, develop guiding questions, research solutions, collaborate with peers, and create innovative products or presentations designed to address issues impacting their communities and the world around them.

The Learning Coach will serve as both facilitator and mentor—providing instructional guidance, academic coaching, and structured support while encouraging student independence, ownership, curiosity, and leadership.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution
• Valid Texas teaching certification required in the appropriate content or grade level area

Role and Purpose

The Learning Coach will collaborate with classroom teachers and campus leadership to identify students who have demonstrated mastery of daily learning standards and are prepared for enrichment opportunities. Through pull-out instructional support, the Learning Coach will facilitate advanced learning experiences that challenge students academically, socially, and creatively.

The Learning Coach will create a culture of innovation where students are encouraged to:

• Think critically
• Explore globally relevant issues
• Conduct research
• Develop problem-solving strategies
• Collaborate with peers
• Present ideas confidently
• Apply learning in meaningful ways

The Learning Coach will cultivate a learning environment that promotes student voice, innovation, independence, and future-ready skills aligned with college, career, and life readiness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Student Enrichment & Innovation

• Identify and support students who have mastered grade-level learning objectives and are ready for enrichment opportunities.
• Provide pull-out instructional experiences focused on inquiry-based, project-based, and exploratory learning.
• Facilitate opportunities for students to investigate real-world problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Guide students through the process of:
  • Identifying global or community challenges,
  • Developing research questions,
  • Conducting investigations,
  • Analyzing information,
  • And presenting possible solutions.
• Promote creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking through authentic learning experiences.
• Encourage students to become independent thinkers and self-directed learners.

Instructional Facilitation

• Design engaging, differentiated learning experiences aligned to student interests and advanced learning needs.
• Serve as a facilitator of learning rather than solely a direct instructor.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and structured guidance while allowing students opportunities for independence and ownership.
• Incorporate collaborative learning structures that encourage teamwork, discussion, and innovation.
• Utilize instructional strategies that develop:
  • Critical thinking,
  • Communication,
  • Leadership,
  • Research,
  • And presentation skills.

Project-Based Learning & Research

• Develop and facilitate interdisciplinary projects connected to real-world issues and future careers.
• Assist students in designing inquiry questions and research investigations.
• Support students in using technology, research tools, and multimedia platforms to develop and present solutions.
• Encourage design-thinking practices and solution-oriented learning.
• Organize opportunities for student showcases, presentations, exhibitions, or innovation fairs.

Collaboration & Teacher Support

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to…