Lavinia Group Educational Consultant, Special Programs | Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN | Part-Time

Important Details About This Opportunity

• Employment Type: Part-Time Variable, W-2 employment. This is not a full-time position, and weekly hours are not guaranteed.

• Location: Must reside in or within commuting distance of Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota area.

• Work Arrangement: In-person, school-based consulting. This is not a fully remote position.

• Travel: Must be available to travel in person to partner schools throughout the Minneapolis area, typically two to four days per week depending on assignments, spending up to 7–8 hours onsite per assigned day.

• Schedule: Hours and assignments vary based on school partnership needs and your availability. Assignments are not guaranteed.

• Compensation: $100/hour for eligible billable consulting work and $30/hour for eligible non-billable activities, such as preparation, meetings, and required training.

The Opportunity

K12 Coalition provides curriculum, professional learning, teacher certification, and other educational services that help schools and educators improve student outcomes. As a division of K12 Coalition, Lavinia Group partners with schools and districts to strengthen teaching and learning through instructional coaching, high-quality curriculum, and professional learning.

We're seeking an experienced educator and instructional leader with expertise in Setting IV special education programs to join Lavinia Group as an Educational Consultant, Special Programs! In this role, you'll support schools serving students with significant behavioral, emotional, and learning needs, with a primary focus on elementary and middle school grade levels. You'll work directly with teachers, school leaders, and district partners to strengthen instructional and behavioral practices, improve classroom environments, and support positive student outcomes. Experience across all K–12 grade levels is a plus.

How assignments work: Consultants are matched with school partnerships based on instructional expertise, availability, location, and partner needs. Your employment start date and first school assignment may differ, and there may be periods when no assignments are available.

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What You'll Do

Instructional Coaching & Professional Learning

• Provide instructional coaching and professional learning to teachers, instructional staff, and school leaders supporting students with significant behavioral, emotional, and learning needs.

• Support educators in implementing research-based instructional and behavioral practices that strengthen student engagement and learning.

• Facilitate engaging professional learning experiences, collaborative planning meetings, and coaching conversations aligned with school partnership goals.

• Model effective instructional and behavioral practices and help educators establish consistent classroom routines, expectations, and support strategies.

• Build educators' capacity to independently implement and sustain effective practices over time.

School & Program Improvement

• Collaborate with school and district leaders to strengthen systems, structures, and instructional practices within Minnesota Setting IV programs.

• Conduct classroom and program observations to identify opportunities for improving instructional quality, student engagement, and classroom environments.

• Develop actionable recommendations that help schools create safe, structured, and engaging learning environments.

• Support schools in increasing instructional time, reducing classroom disruptions, and strengthening student outcomes.

• Monitor progress toward school partnership goals and adjust coaching and support based on identified needs.

Student Behavior & Learning Supports

• Support educators in implementing proactive behavior management strategies and evidence-based interventions for students with complex needs.

• Partner with school teams to strengthen classroom environments that promote safety, predictability, and positive student behavior.

• Use student behavior data, learning outcomes, and classroom observations to identify trends and inform instructional and behavioral interventions.

• Collaborate with educators and school leaders to strengthen systems that support student well-being and academic achievement.

School Partnership Support

• Build strong relationships with teachers, school leaders, district partners, and other stakeholders through coaching, feedback, and ongoing collaboration.

• Collaborate with Lavinia Group team members to provide consistent, high-quality support across assigned school partnerships.

• Document observations, recommendations, progress, and next steps to support ongoing school improvement efforts.

Other Duties

• Support the team with additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to help meet evolving organizational goals and objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of relevant K–12 education experience.

• Experience working in special education settings serving students with significant behavioral, emotional, or learning needs.

• Experience supporting students in highly restrictive educational environments, alternative learning programs, behavioral support programs, or Minnesota Setting IV programs.

• Demonstrated success improving classroom environments, student behavior, and learning outcomes in specialized educational settings.

• Ability to provide effective instructional coaching and professional learning while building strong relationships with teachers, school leaders, and support staff.

• Strong knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices, behavioral interventions, and classroom management strategies for students with complex needs.

• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to manage a variable schedule and travel regularly to assigned school partnerships throughout the Minneapolis area.

Preferred

• Minnesota Special Education licensure.

• Experience working in Minnesota Setting IV programs.

• Experience as a special education coordinator, instructional coach, behavior specialist, dean, principal, or district leader.

• Training or experience in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), restorative practices, de-escalation strategies, or similar frameworks.

• Experience supporting school or program improvement initiatives.

• Experience supporting students and educators across multiple K–12 grade levels, particularly elementary and middle school.