K-8 Special Education Facilitator/Coach (New York, NY)

• WHO WE ARE
• Teaching Lab is a nonprofit organization with a mission to fundamentally shift the paradigm of teacher professional learning. We envision a world where teachers and students thrive together in communities that enable life-long learning and meaningful lives. In partnership with teachers, we transform professional learning from the ground up to dramatically improve student outcomes. We also work with school, district, and state leaders to create the instructional systems necessary to support these changes. To learn more about Teaching Lab, explore our website at www.teachinglab.org .

• OUR VALUES
• Teaching Lab seeks to fundamentally shift the paradigm of teacher professional learning in pursuit of excellent educational outcomes for every child.

Teaching Lab’s ultimate goals are:

Educators learn more than they would without us

Students learn more than they would without us, in a way that cannot be predicted by race, gender, or family income

Educators we serve say they love our approach, and they want to keep doing it to advance educational equity

All employees are expected to embrace Teaching Lab’s Values to help us achieve our ultimate goals.

Collaboration & Responsive Service

Resilient Solution-Finding

Research & Learning With Humility

Accountable Excellence

Equity & Justice

Read more about Teaching Lab’s Values here .

• Type of Vacancy: Contractor (1099)
• Start Date: December 2026-January 2027
• Location: New York, NY
• Compensation: Compensation includes paid training and onboarding. Teaching Lab compensates facilitation/coaching contractors using a day-rate model: ⅓ day rates (<2 hours) are $350, ½ day rates (<3 hours) are $500, full day rates (<6 hours) are $1,000, and extended day rates (<8 hours) are $1,150. Please note that engagement duration includes all coaching and facilitation activities (preparation, delivery, follow-up, and documentation) and that work hours are not guaranteed.
• Areas of Expertise: Deep expertise in curriculum-based professional development, equitable instructional practice, and a robust record of delivering impactful 1:1 coaching and facilitating engaging group learning sessions for K-8 special education, with a specific focus on intervention-based curricula implementation and specially designed instruction.

• ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
• The Program department’s primary purpose is to design, deliver, and continuously improve teacher professional learning programs that strengthen instructional practice and drive student achievement. The team’s main functions include managing and implementing scopes of work with partners, providing coaching and professional learning for teachers and leaders, and creating research-based content and learning assets tailored to partner needs. The Program department contributes to Teaching Lab’s mission by ensuring that every partnership drives measurable impact on teacher practice and student learning, advancing educational equity at scale.

• ABOUT THE ROLE
• The Facilitator/Coach's primary responsibility is to facilitate professional learning and provide instructional coaching for educators and school leaders, with a focus on implementing high-quality instructional materials and research-based practices. With support from their project team members, the Facilitator/Coach will also hold responsibilities in the following areas:

Designing and delivering professional development sessions, including engaging in feedback cycles and adjusting based on participant input

Providing tailored 1:1 coaching and group learning experiences for educators, both in-person and virtually

Building collaborative, trusting relationships with educators and leaders to strengthen instructional capacity and improve student outcomes

Supporting data collection, reporting, and reflection processes to measure the effectiveness and impact of coaching and professional learning initiatives

The Facilitator/Coach role is an individual contributor-level contractor role with no management responsibilities. This role is essential to ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality professional learning and coaching that drives teacher growth and student success. Success in this position requires strong collaboration, adaptability, instructional expertise, and a commitment to advancing excellent teaching and learning for all students.

• ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Education, Work Experience, and Knowledge

Deep experience coaching educators in grades K-8 special education

Experience teaching or coaching HMH Into Reading, EL Education, S.P.I.R.E. Foundations, Aprendo Leyendo, Wilson Reading System, Phonics For Reading, REWARDS, and/or STARI curriculum

At least two (2) years of experience as an instructional coach to teachers or school leaders with evidence of impact in student learning outcomes

Experience supporting various levels of instruction across classroom settings

Strong background in instructional best practices, with the ability to apply strategies that support effective teaching and learning for a wide range of educators and students

Experience in designing professional development materials or serving as an instructional designer

Experience facilitating impactful professional learning and coaching for educators in both virtual and in-person settings

Experience building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders in an education context

Experience empowering teachers through trusting relationships and supporting shifts in practice and mindset to improve student learning

Values, Skills, and Competencies

Strong commitment to growth mindset for both adults and students, with a desire to continuously strengthen instructional practices and team capabilities

Ability to design and deliver high-quality, evidence-based professional learning that advances teaching and learning outcomes

Compelling communication and facilitation skills that build engagement and influence across diverse educators and stakeholders

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex projects, multiple priorities, and tight timelines in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Expertise in MTSS support and/or bilingual education

• ABOUT COACHING/FACILITATION ROLES
• At Teaching Lab, our coaches and facilitators play a vital role in advancing our mission by delivering high-quality professional learning experiences.

There is no guarantee of hours. The number of service hours and the specific hours are dependent on the projects we have and when you are available.

These roles are project-based and flexible, with opportunities communicated several weeks in advance so you can align them with your schedule. Once assigned, you’ll collaborate with our project teams to prepare, practice, and tailor content to the needs of our partners, ensuring every session is both impactful and engaging.

Facilitation may be virtual or in person, and when travel is required, you’ll manage logistics with the support of Teaching Lab’s travel policies. After each engagement, coaches and facilitators participate in reflective debriefs that strengthen both individual practice and collective impact. Throughout, you’ll bring Teaching Lab’s Facilitation Competencies to life, helping educators and partners experience transformative learning that extends beyond each session.

Because contractors may work with confidential or sensitive organizational information, discretion and professionalism are essential expectations in every engagement.

Contractor roles are not eligible for benefits, retirement, or leave.

This is more than facilitation—it’s an opportunity to shape meaningful change in education while benefiting from the flexibility of project-based work.

• TRAVEL
• On-site - Candidates must have the ability to travel to New York, NY on a weekly basis.

• CLOSING/REVIEW DATE
• This position opened on October 26, 2026 and will remain open until filled.

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