Manager, Program (Early Childhood Coaching)

Teaching Lab; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,529; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Funding for professional development

Job summary

Teaching Lab in New York, NY is looking for a Manager, Program to lead early childhood coaching initiatives. In this full-time position, you will enhance professional learning experiences for educators, collaborating closely with school and district leaders.

The role demands a commitment to educational equity and impactful coaching cycles. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, promoting employee wellness and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in PK-12 education, two years teaching students from underserved backgrounds.
• Experience designing impactful professional learning for educators.
• Ability to manage complex projects with tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Engage in coaching cycles including observations and feedback.
• Design professional learning content grounded in research.
• Maintain relationships with partners and support contract renewals.

Skills

Coaching inquiry cycles

Instructional design

Relationship management

Project planning

Education

Five years in PK-12 education

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Manager, Program (Early Childhood Coaching)

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.

• Resilient Solution‑Finding
• Research & Learning With Humility
• Equity & Justice

Read more about Teaching Lab’s Values here.

Type of Vacancy

Salaried (Full‑Time)

Start Date

August‑September 2026

Location

New York, NY

Reports To

Senior Manager, 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 Expertise: Deep knowledge of the science of reading and grades PK‑2 ELA HQIM.

Instructional Design: Designing and facilitating effective and engaging professional learning experiences for adults.

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

• Five (5) or more years combined experience working in PK‑12 education, with a minimum of two years experience teaching PK‑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: ELA (Amplify ELA, ARC (American Reading Company) Core, Benchmark Advance, Bluebonnet, Bookworms, CKLA, Developing Core Literacy Proficiencies, EL Education, EngageNY, Fundations, Guidebooks, Heggerty, HMH Into Reading, HMH Into Literature, McGraw Hill StudySync ELA, Odell, Orton Gillingham, Savvas, Skyline, Springboard, UFLI, Wilson, Wit and Wisdom)

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.

CLOSING/REVIEW DATE

This position opened on June 25, 2026 and will remain open until filled. All applications received between June 25, 2026 and July 8, 2026 will be reviewed by the hiring team. Applications received after July 8, 2026 will be reviewed as needed.