Part Time Remote Project Manager Jobs in Minnesota

Description
About K12 Coalition
K12 Coalition provides products and services that help K-12 schools and teachers achieve transformational learning outcomes. We tackle many of today's toughest education obstacles, including teacher certification, test preparation, professional learning, curriculum, consulting, and strategic planning. K12 Coalition came together when educators with deep experience as teachers, school leaders, and high-level district administrators observed a genuine need for something better. Our divisions include iteach, Passage Preparation, Professional Development Institute, Teaching Channel, Lavinia Group, and Keys to Literacy.
About Lavinia Group
Lavinia Group is dedicated to driving meaningful academic improvements in K-12 education through instructional coaching, professional learning, high-quality curriculum, strategic planning, and summer school support that enhances educator effectiveness and strengthens student outcomes.
With deep expertise in school leadership, curriculum implementation, and instructional best practices, Lavinia Group delivers tailored, research-based solutions to meet the evolving needs of our partners. Guided by a commitment to equity, instructional excellence, and long-term capacity building, we work alongside educators and district leaders through hands-on coaching, immersive training, and collaborative partnerships. Our mission is to help schools achieve transformational learning outcomes that endure beyond our direct support.
Employment Type:

• Part-Time Variable
• Non-Exempt
• Hourly

Location: This is a remote position with expectations of regular on-site partnership. While candidates may reside anywhere within the United States, preference will be given to those located in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area due to the frequency of on-site support required.
Travel: This position requires regular travel to partner school sites throughout the Minneapolis area, typically 4-8 days per month (subject to change). Consultants should expect to spend the majority of their working time on-site supporting schools, educators, and leaders, with assignments generally requiring up to 6-8 hours per day at partner schools.
The Opportunity
At Lavinia Group, a division of K12 Coalition, we partner with schools and districts to create learning environments where all students can thrive. We are seeking a Educational Consultant, Special Programs to support schools serving students in Minnesota Setting IV programs. These highly specialized settings support students with significant behavioral, emotional, and learning needs and require strong systems, consistent instructional practices, and collaborative leadership.
In this role, you will work directly with teachers, school leaders, and district partners to strengthen classroom environments, implement effective instructional and behavioral practices, and support schools in creating safe, structured, and engaging learning experiences for students. This position is ideal for an educator or school leader with experience working in highly restrictive or specialized educational settings who is passionate about helping schools improve outcomes for students with complex needs.
The Educational Consultant, Special Programs reports to the Managing Director, Strategy and Impact.
What You'll Do
School & Program Improvement

• Partner with school and district leaders to strengthen systems, structures, and practices that support student success in Minnesota Setting IV programs.
• Conduct observations of classrooms, programs, and schoolwide practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop actionable recommendations that help schools create safe, structured, and engaging learning environments.
• Support schools in increasing instructional time, reducing disruptions, and improving student engagement and outcomes.
• Monitor progress toward identified goals and adjust support based on school and student needs.

Coaching & Professional Learning

• Provide job-embedded coaching to teachers, instructional staff, and school leaders serving students with significant behavioral, emotional, and academic needs.
• Model evidence-based instructional and behavioral practices that promote student learning and engagement.
• Facilitate professional learning sessions, collaborative planning meetings, and coaching conversations.
• Support educators in implementing consistent classroom routines, expectations, and behavior support strategies.
• Build staff capacity to independently sustain effective practices over time.

Student Behavior & Learning Supports

• Support schools in implementing proactive behavior management and intervention strategies.
• Partner with educators to create classroom environments that promote safety, predictability, and positive student behavior.
• Assist teams in analyzing student behavior and learning data to identify trends and inform interventions.
• Provide guidance on evidence-based approaches for supporting students with complex behavioral and learning needs.
• Collaborate with school teams to strengthen systems that support both student well-being and academic achievement.

Partnership & Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with teachers, school leaders, district partners, students, and families as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Lavinia Group team members to ensure alignment of services and partner support.
• Document observations, recommendations, progress, and next steps for partner schools.
• Travel to school sites throughout the Minneapolis area to provide on-site support and coaching.
• Contribute to additional projects and initiatives as needed to support organizational goals.

Other Duties

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

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in K-12 education
• Experience working in special education settings serving students with significant behavioral, emotional, and/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 culture, student behavior, and learning outcomes in challenging educational settings
• Ability to build trust and effectively coach teachers, school leaders, and support staff
• Ability to travel regularly to school sites throughout the Minneapolis area

Preferred

• Minnesota Special Education licensure
• Experience 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 leading school improvement or program improvement initiatives

How We Work at K12 Coalition
Our work is grounded in five Core Competencies that guide how we collaborate, support others, and move work forward: Accountability, Adaptability, Collaboration, Customer Service Orientation, and Initiative.

• Accountability: Following through on work, owning commitments, and communicating progress or challenges along the way.
• Adaptability: Navigating change with flexibility and focus as priorities, information, or needs shift.
• Collaboration: Working together across roles and perspectives to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Service Orientation: Meeting the needs of internal and external partners with clarity, responsiveness, and follow-through.
• Initiative: Taking action without waiting to be asked and looking for ways to improve systems, processes, or experiences.

Compensation Range
The estimated daily rate for each piece of onsite work ranges from $645 to $845 per day, inclusive of preparatory time. This calculation is based on:

• $100/hour for onsite work or virtual billable time
• $30/hour for non-billable time, such as preparation or internal meetings

Our Selection Process
Our selection process typically includes an online application, a short phone interview, a hiring manager interview, a candidate exercise, and a final interview.
Equal Employment Opportunity
K12 Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or accommodation during the interview process due to a disability, please email us at recruitingteam@k12coalition. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.
Protecting Your Job Search
K12 Coalition is committed to a transparent and secure recruitment process. Please keep the following in mind as you explore opportunities with us:

• Official communication: All recruitment-related communication will come from an @k12coalition.com email address. We do not use messaging platforms for recruiting.
• Application process: We do not send unsolicited job offers. All open positions are listed on our official Careers Page, and any offer follows a formal interview process.
• No upfront payments: We will never ask candidates to pay fees of any kind during the hiring process, including for training materials, background checks, or equipment.

If you receive any communication that does not align with the above, please report it to hr@k12coalition.com. Your security matters to us.