Innovation Lab Coordinator

Friendship Public Charter School•Washington, DC

21h

About The Position

Friendship Collegiate Academy builds scholars ready for the rigors and rewards of college. By immersing students in a collegiate environment that provides early exposure to college-level courses and experiences, Collegiate achieves some of the highest graduation and college acceptance rates in the Washington area. Collegiate’s roadmap to student success includes 16 College Board Advanced Placement courses among four rigorous career academies that encourage self-discovery and a mastery of core academic content: Early College, Information Technology and Engineering, Fine Arts, and Health Sciences. Our Early College Academy, the first such program at a public charter high school in the city, offers highly motivated students the opportunity to earn up to two years’ college credit before graduation. Today, Early College alumni proudly hold degrees from some of the nation’s most competitive institutions: Princeton. Morehouse. Columbia. William and Mary. Spelman. Carnegie Mellon. Virginia. Maryland. George Washington. UCLA. Georgetown. The list grows year by year. But a Collegiate education is more than cracking books. Students enjoy a variety of clubs and athletic activities that reinforce the core values of integrity, confidence, persistence and teamwork. From an award-winning robotics team and drama club to the city’s No.1 charter high school football team, Collegiate develops well-rounded scholars ready to succeed at whatever advanced goals they tackle. Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life. We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.

Requirements

5+ years of teaching experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Educational Technology, Robotics, Science, Math or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university required
Basic desktop navigation and troubleshooting skills required
Commitment to providing a world-class education to students from historically underserved communities

Nice To Haves

Experience in STEM, computer science, robotics, engineering, innovation lab instruction or related technical instructional environments preferred
Background or experience in Science, Computer Technology, Math, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurial/Business Development, AV equipment or related technical fields strongly preferred
Master’s degree preferred
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above preferred
Demonstrated experience delivering instruction in STEM, computer science, robotics, engineering, innovation or technology-focused coursework with evidence of strong student engagement and academic growth
Experience designing and facilitating project-based learning experiences that integrate technical skills, critical thinking, collaboration and real-world application preferred

Responsibilities

Create a student-centered learning environment that promotes high academic achievement, innovation, collaboration, problem solving and student ownership of learning through hands-on STEM instruction and project-based learning experiences.
Provide daily instruction to middle and/or high school students in STEM-related content areas including computer science, robotics, engineering, emerging technologies and innovation-focused coursework aligned to Friendship’s curriculum and instructional standards.
Design and implement engaging, project-based learning experiences that integrate technical skills, critical thinking, creativity and real-world application of STEM concepts.
Develop and deliver instructional materials, lesson plans, assessments and differentiated learning experiences that support varying student learning needs, interests and academic goals.
Facilitate student learning through the use of instructional technology, robotics platforms, fabrication tools, coding applications, multimedia resources and other emerging educational technologies.
Assess student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments and use student performance data to inform instructional planning and improve student achievement outcomes.
Maintain an organized, safe and engaging Innovation Lab environment that supports hands-on learning, responsible technology use, collaboration and student creativity.
Support students in developing technical, academic and professional skills through participation in STEM competitions, certification opportunities, project showcases, enrichment programming and experiential learning opportunities.
Establish and maintain partnerships with external organizations, higher education institutions, industry professionals and community partners to expand access to STEM learning experiences and career exploration opportunities for students.
Communicate regularly with students, families and school-based staff regarding student progress, academic expectations, project outcomes and opportunities for student growth and enrichment.
Collaborate with instructional leaders, teachers and network staff to strengthen interdisciplinary learning opportunities, share best practices and support continuous improvement in STEM education programming throughout the Friendship network.