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

Teaching Lab•New York, NY

15d

About The Position

Teaching Lab is seeking a K-8 Special Education Facilitator/Coach to deliver professional learning and instructional coaching for educators and school leaders. The role focuses on implementing high-quality instructional materials and research-based practices, particularly intervention-based curricula and specially designed instruction. The contractor will design and deliver professional development, adjust sessions through feedback cycles, provide tailored individual and group coaching in person and virtually, build trusting partnerships with educators and leaders, and support data collection and reflection to assess impact. This is an individual-contributor position with no management responsibilities. The role is project-based and flexible, with no guaranteed hours. Service hours depend on available projects and the contractor’s availability, and opportunities are communicated several weeks in advance. Contractors collaborate with project teams to prepare, practice, and tailor learning content. Facilitation may be virtual or in person, and the contractor must be able to travel to New York, NY weekly. Engagement duration includes preparation, delivery, follow-up, and documentation. Training and onboarding are paid. Contractor roles are not eligible for benefits, retirement, or leave.

Requirements

Deep experience coaching educators in K-8 special education.
Experience teaching or coaching one or more of the following curricula: HMH Into Reading, EL Education, S.P.I.R.E. Foundations, Aprendo Leyendo, Wilson Reading System, Phonics For Reading, REWARDS, or STARI.
At least two years of experience as an instructional coach to teachers or school leaders, with evidence of impact on student learning outcomes.
Experience supporting various levels of instruction across classroom settings.
Strong background in instructional best practices and the ability to apply strategies that support effective teaching and learning for a wide range of educators and students.
Experience 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.
Strong commitment to a growth mindset for adults and students and to continuously strengthening 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 and ability to manage complex projects, multiple priorities, and tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel to New York, NY on a weekly basis.
Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive organizational information.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in MTSS support and/or bilingual education.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver professional development sessions, engage in feedback cycles, and adjust sessions based on participant input.
Provide tailored one-to-one coaching and group learning experiences for educators, in person and virtually.
Build collaborative, trusting relationships with educators and leaders to strengthen instructional capacity and improve student outcomes.
Support data collection, reporting, and reflection to measure the effectiveness and impact of coaching and professional learning initiatives.
Collaborate with project teams to prepare, practice, and tailor content to partner needs.
Participate in reflective debriefs after engagements.
Manage travel logistics with support from Teaching Lab’s travel policies when travel is required.