Manager, Program (Math/Special Education Coaching)

**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* *[](https://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](https://teachinglab.org/careers/#:~:text=Our%20mission%20is%20to%20improve%20educational%20outcomes%2C%20and%20that%20starts%20with%20how%20we%20show%20up%20for%20each%20other.). --- **Type of Vacancy:**Salaried (Full-Time) **Start Date:**October 2026 **Location:** New York, NY **Reports To:** Senior Manager, Program or Director, Program **Supervises:** None **Travel:**On-site with some remote work **Compensation:** $80,000 to $105,529 **Areas of Expertise:** *Teacher Coaching:* Improving student outcomes by engaging in coaching inquiry cycles with teachers. *Instructional Design:* Designing and facilitating effective and engaging professional learning experiences that build educator capacity to support students with disabilities in math instruction. *Instructional Expertise:* Deep knowledge of K-12 math special education, including a strong understanding of specially designed instruction, IEP-aligned accommodations and modifications, inclusive practices, and high-quality instructional materials. --- **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 Program Manager’s primary responsibility is to implement excellent programmatic services through coaching, facilitation of professional learning, and collaboration with school and district leaders. Along with Program team members, project leads, and organizational partners, the Program Manager will also hold responsibilities in the following areas: - Engaging in coaching cycles, including observations, modeling, co-teaching, data analysis, and feedback - Designing and facilitating high-quality professional learning content and resources grounded in research-based instructional practices - Maintaining strong partner relationships, supporting contract renewals, and contributing to business development as needed - Supporting Teaching Lab systems, tools, and processes for scaling partnerships, monitoring impact, and ensuring effective implementation The Program Manager role is an individual contributor-level position with no management responsibilities. This role is essential to ensuring the effective delivery of programmatic goals, high-quality coaching and professional learning, and sustained impact on teacher and student learning. Success in this position requires strong collaboration, organizational skills, adaptability, and a commitment to improving educational outcomes. **ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS*****Education, Work Experience, and Knowledge*** - Bachelor's degree - Five (5) or more years combined experience working in K-12 education, with a minimum of two years experience teaching K-12 students from traditionally underserved backgrounds with demonstrated evidence of impact - Two (2) or more years combined experience working with partners outside of their organization to manage workflow or deliver services - Two (2) or more years of combined experience planning and implementing projects - Two (2) or more years combined experience leading or coaching the implementation of HQIM (in any subject area) - Deep knowledge and experience with College- and Career-Ready math or ELA content and practice standards - Experience designing impactful professional learning for educators - Experience facilitating impactful professional learning or coaching for educators - Experience managing relationships with clients and stakeholders in an education context - Experience teaching or coaching at least one of the following curricula: Illustrative Math, Amplify Desmos Math ***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** - Advanced degree - Deep understanding of the specified curriculum, including its design and component parts - Experience providing professional learning support and services in and for consultative organizations **STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND KEY SUCCESS INDICATORS (KSIs)**All team members are accountable for achieving goals set in collaboration with their Home Manager, which are aligned with Teaching Lab’s annual goals, department goals, and Home Manager goals, as applicable. Within the role, model the radical commitments for our values. **WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS** - All team members must be able to work a flexible schedule to support operational needs. - All team members must be able to perform the essential project, duties, and responsibilities with or without accommodation. - All team members are expected to support program/project needs, which could mean that you hold multiple roles on project teams (i.e., Project Lead, Project Sponsor, Coach Developer, Client Partnership Manager, Instructional Designer, Subject Matter Expert, Coach/Facilitator, Project Management Support, or Analyst). - Travel could be required for the role. Travel is determined based on business needs and can vary depending on partnership/contract requirements. - All roles at Teaching Lab are contingent upon the availability of project work, available funding, and organizational priorities. - Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, including extended periods of sitting, frequent participation in virtual meetings and video calls, and consistent use of computer-based systems and communication tools. - Teaching Lab encourages practices that support employee wellness, including regular breaks, ergonomic workspace setup, and resources to support health and balance while working remotely. **ABOUT FULL-TIME ROLES**At Teaching Lab, our full-time team members are the heart of our mission to advance educational equity. Joining us in a staff role means being part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your contributions shape the organization’s growth and impact every day. You’ll work cross-functionally with colleagues who share a deep commitment to excellence, equity, and innovation, and you’ll have opportunities to both lead and learn as we tackle ambitious goals together. As a full-time employee, you’ll also benefit from Teaching Lab’s competitive package designed to support your health, financial security, and professional growth. Our offerings include organizational contributions toward medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and additional support for technology and home office expenses. Employees enjoy generous paid time off, funding for their professional development or well-being, and dedicated holidays that prioritize rest and renewal. Full-time roles at Teaching Lab combine mission-driven purpose with comprehensive support, offering you the stability and resources to thrive while making a lasting impact in the field of education. **TRAVEL**On-site with some remote work. **COMPENSATION**The full salary range for this position is $80,000 - $121,007 annually. This range represents the full earning potential for the role, including opportunities for salary growth over time based on performance, tenure, and organizational budget. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $80,000 - $105,529. ***Teaching Lab will generally cap salaries for new employees at 105% of the midpoint of the full salary range ($105,529) to allow for continued growth in the role over time.***There are two types of experience being considered for this role: Experience that is directly relevant to the role and Total Working Experience, in all fields. This includes: internships and consulting work. In collaboration with the hiring manager, the People and Culture team calculates experience based on the candidate’s most current resume. When calculating the offer, consideration is given to candidates that possess additional qualifications (i.e., desired qualifications). Teaching Lab will generally cap salaries for new employees at 105% of the midpoint to allow for continued growth in the role over time. **CLOSING/REVIEW DATE**This position opened on September 8, 2026 and will remain open until filled. All applications received between September 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 will be reviewed by the hiring team. Applications received after September 22, 2026 will be reviewed as needed. **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](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UlhNi8GGnhV3tRAb3f31Eft1BtS7F8uc/view?usp=sharing) 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!*