Future Coach/Facilitator Opportunity

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.

Teaching Lab welcomes experienced instructional facilitators and coaches to submit their resumes for future contracting opportunities. The Facilitator/Coach is an individual-contributor contractor role focused on delivering high-quality professional learning and instructional coaching to educators and school leaders. Because this is a contracting pool and volume is often high, we are unable to respond to every submission, but we carefully review all resumes we receive.

Facilitator/Coaches play a critical role in supporting educators through virtual and in-person professional learning, 1:1 and group coaching, and the implementation of high-quality instructional materials and research-based practices. Responsibilities may include designing and facilitating professional development, engaging in coaching feedback cycles, building collaborative relationships with educators and leaders, and supporting data collection and reflection activities that strengthen instructional practice and improve student outcomes. Please note that in-person work is required for this role, and when travel is necessary, contractors manage logistics with the support of Teaching Lab's travel policies.

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 will collaborate with our project teams to prepare, practice, and tailor content to the needs of our partners. After each engagement, coaches and facilitators participate in reflective debriefs that strengthen both individual practice and collective impact. In addition to school-based coaching and facilitation, opportunities may also be available for instructional teacher coaching and executive leadership coaching depending on project needs and candidate background. Please note that hours are not guaranteed, as the volume and timing of work depend on active projects and your availability. Contractor roles are not eligible for benefits, retirement, or leave.

We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of the following education, experience, values, and skills:

• 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, including diverse learner populations
• 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 designing professional development materials or serving in an instructional design capacity
• 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
• A track record of empowering teachers through trusting relationships and supporting meaningful shifts in practice and mindset to improve student outcomes

If you are interested in being considered for upcoming opportunities, please complete the application questions linked below. Providing your resume, relevant experience, and areas of expertise helps our team review your submission thoroughly and reach out if your profile aligns with future project needs.

APPLICATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS
I understand that any falsification or omission of information from this Employment Application can disqualify me from employment (including rescinding an offer of employment or, if hired, employment termination).  

I understand that this Employment Application is not an offer of employment. If employed, employment is at will, and either party can terminate the employment relationship at any time.

I understand that if I am offered a conditional offer of employment, it would be contingent upon successful pre-work checks, which include references and verifications/checks for a social security number, education, employment, criminal records searches (national and county), global watch list, and sex offender status. Depending on specific partnership or contract requirements, additional criminal background checks and/or fingerprinting may be required. At Teaching Lab’s discretion and with my signed consent, other checks could be completed based on the nature of the position. Moreover, I understand that Teaching Lab participates in a background monitoring service that provides updates for criminal records and sex offender status during the hiring and the course of employment. 

I understand that if I am offered and accept an offer of employment, I will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and provide supporting documents within three days of my hire date. Non-compliance will result in termination of employment. Teaching Lab participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with my Form I-9 information to confirm that I am  authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that I am  authorized to work, Teaching Lab is required to give me written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so I can begin to resolve the issue before any action is taken against me, including terminating my employment. Teaching Lab can only use E-Verify once I have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9: EVerify and Right to Work posters.

I understand that if I am offered and accept an offer of employment, and if I require an accommodation related to a disabling (medical) condition, the request must be communicated to the People & Culture department for review and approval. All requests will be considered as part of the Americans with Disabilities Interactive Process.  

I understand that if I am offered and accept an offer of employment, Teaching Lab expects to be the primary employer for all employees. Specifically, having another full-time employer in addition to full-time employment at Teaching Lab is not permitted, and no other employment or outside contracting relationship of any kind is permitted unless otherwise disclosed on the Outside Work Disclosure form and approved by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or their designee. Employees who are found in violation of this expectation will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including separation from employment.

I understand that if I am offered and accept an offer of employment, I must undergo a 90-day introductory period. During this time, appropriateness for the role and performance are evaluated. At the end of the 90-day introductory period, Teaching Lab and/or the employee can end the employment relationship at will.

Teaching Lab has a payroll direct deposit program. I understand that if I am employed, I am required to enroll in Teaching Lab’s payroll direct deposit program. Teaching Lab does not process paper checks.

I understand that if I am employed, all work materials/resources that are provided by Teaching Lab are considered property of Teaching Lab, and are solely for the use of work for Teaching Lab.

I understand that if I am employed, I will be required to sign an acknowledgment of receipt and abide by all policies and procedures, requirements, and expectations as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

In relation to the position that I am applying for, I voluntarily give Teaching Lab consent to make a thorough investigation of my background, and release from liability all parties in connection with the supply and use of such information.

Teaching Lab retains personal data for one year from receipt to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. The submission of my application serves as acknowledgment and agreement to the above terms and conditions.

Please note: All applications for employment remain active for 90 days. If you have already applied for the position, please do not reapply during this time period. All selected applicants will be contacted directly by a People & Culture team member. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Your interest in joining the Teaching Lab team is appreciated!