Employment and Internships

For over 50 years, The Lab School of Washington has been providing an exceptional, college-preparatory academic experience for students (grades 1-12) with ADHD, dyslexia, and other language-based learning differences. Our innovative, arts-centered curriculum is experiential and multi-sensory, helping young people to overcome difficulties with reading, spelling, writing, and math, while preparing them for a range of rewarding college and career choices.

The Lab School of Washington is situated in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Located minutes from historic Georgetown, the Potomac waterfront, and a short drive to the museums, monuments, and other local historic sites, The Lab School spans two campuses, just a half-mile apart, including 135,000 sf under roof.  

The Lab School of Washington is seeking a Bus Driver/Operations Associate to drive daily runs for students, faculty and staff. This position will generally have the hours of 7am to 3:30pm, with some occasional weekend hours, although a flexible candidate is preferable depending on our transportation needs. Additionally, overtime is available for our employees who exceed their obligated hours.

Areas of responsibility include:
Provide reliable, courteous, and safe bus driving services to students and staff as a representative of the Lab School of Washington. Your buses and how they are operated serve as the face of Lab School to the community.

Serve as a member of the Operations Staff of The Lab School when not performing driving duties.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to operate Bus Types A, B and C.
• Maintain current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an air brakes endorsement, as well as S and P endorsements mandated by the US DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
• Maintain a valid state driver’s license and be at least 21 years of ageObtain annual physicals and drug screenings from authorized and designated service providers; Drivers are subject to random drug screening tests in accordance with the US DOT, as well as mandated drug screening tests in the event of an on-the-job accident.
• Drivers must agree in writing to have their DMV or MVR records made confidentially accessible to the School.
• Drivers are subject to background checks upon hire and every third year thereafter. 
• Maintain current CPR/AED certification
• Must demonstrate a good driving record, as defined by The Lab School in its sole discretion, for the past 5 years. 
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. 
• Must regularly lift up to 25 pounds.
• Overtime available as needed

Hourly Rate Range for this position:  $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.
 

The Lab School of Washington, an independent school for students with learning differences, seeks individuals available for substitution on an as-needed basis in Lab's Middle School division. Lab’s dynamic program offers an arts-based curriculum with small classes for students with language-based learning differences. Classes may include reading instruction, written language, math, social studies, the arts, and science. Candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree, Experience teaching middle school-aged students with learning differences ideal.

The Lab School of Washington is an independent, progressive, arts-based school that serves students in grades 1 through 12 with diagnosed language-based learning differences on two campuses in Northwest Washington, DC.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The compensation for this position is $20-$25 per hour based on experience. 

The Lab School of Washington, a progressive, arts-based 1-12 grade independent school for students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, seeks a dynamic and creative Performing Arts Teacher for a long-term substitute position (anticipated dates are mid March through mid June 2025) in its Lower School (grades 1-4). The Lab School's arts-based curriculum employs a project-based approach to developing both small, informal productions as well as those of a larger scale. The ideal candidate has experience in the areas of performance, production, and arts education. The typical school day for teaching faculty is 7:45am – 3:45pm.

Candidates must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre Performance, Theatre Education, or a related field
• Master's degree or MFA in Theatre/Music Performance or Education preferred
• Music and Dance experience a plus
• Experience teaching elementary school students
• Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Well-demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
• Nurturing, patient, and flexible nature
• Flexible schedule to accommodate after school rehearsals and performances

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The full-year salary range for this position is $55,000-$100,000. Salary will be pro-rated based on the portion of the year worked.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The Lab School of Washington, a progressive, arts-based 1-12 grade independent school for students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, seeks a reading specialist to work individually and in small groups with students in its Lower School (grades 1-4) for the remainder of the school year.

The half-day schedule could accommodate a morning, mid-day, or afternoon schedule.

Candidates should be well versed in programs and approaches aligned with the Science of Reading, including, but not limited to Orton-Gillingham.  

Requirements:

• Orton-Gillingham training
• Knowledge of Google Workspace (e.g., Drive, Classroom, Docs)
• Excellent interpersonal, written language and communication skills
• Ability to work creatively and in a self-directed manner
• Resourceful, flexible, and service oriented

Ideal candidate:

• At least 2-3 years of teaching and/or therapeutic reading intervention experience
• Master's Degree preferred

Join a dynamic, warm, and collaborative team of colleagues. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The full-year salary range for this position is $55,000-$100,000. Salary will be pro-rated based on the portion of the year worked.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The Reservoir Group is seeking a part-time, DC-licensed therapist (LPC, LCSW, LICSW, or Psychologist) who is eager to join our team and support students at The Lab School and in the surrounding community. 

Job responsibilities include:

• Providing individual (and potentially group) evidence-based psychotherapy for school-aged clients for 2-3 days a week (5 clients per day), during the school day and after school
• Consulting and collaborating with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other mental health providers
• Preferred hours are 10 AM to 6 PM, 2-3 days per week.
• Professional development opportunities are available.  

Ideal candidates:

• DC Licensed mental health professional (license-eligible will be considered)
• 2+ years of experience providing therapy or counseling to children and adolescents, ideally those with learning differences
• Experience in schools, and/or with children with learning differences, preferred
• Experience with IEP documentation and SPED regulations, preferred
• Strong skill and interest in supporting students from a perspective of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent collaborative work skills
• proficiency with Google Suite and IEP systems a plus 

The Psychology and Wellness Department of the Reservoir Group consists of psychologists, social workers and counselors who provide clinical services to Lab School students, as well as children, adolescents and adults from the community. The Lab School of Washington is an independent, progressive, arts-based school that serves students in grades 1 through 12 with diagnosed language-based learning differences on two campuses in Northwest Washington, DC. 

Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

Submit cover letter, resume, and employment application to The Reservoir Group at this web address. 

The Position

The Lab School of Washington , a school for students (1-12) with language-based learning differences, is currently hiring for a Director of Auxiliary Programs, a leadership position that provides oversight of a robust range of programs, including Lab’s Summer Program, Lab Online, and after-school programming. The Director of Auxiliary Programs will report to the Chief Financial & Operations Officer and work collaboratively with other departmental leaders. It will be the responsibility of the new Director to build upon the high quality of existing programs while seeking new opportunities for growth and expansion. This is a 12-month, full-time, benefitted position.

Key Responsibilities
It will be the responsibility of the new Director to build upon the high quality of existing programs while seeking new opportunities for growth and expansion.

• Oversee the development and implementation of programming that aligns with The Lab School of Washington's mission statement and vision.
• Assist in the hiring process, development, and training of staff employed in the program.
• Lead LabOnline’s growth and expansion, including enrollment growth, program expansion, marketing, and business planning.
• Lead and manage Lab’s summer programming, including Lower and Middle School summer sessions, afternoon sessions, and clinical programming for Speech & Language, Occupational Therapy, and Psychological Services.
• Lead and manage after-school auxiliary programs including after-school child care and after-school enrichment programs.
• Manage communications with auxiliary program participants and vendors, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Facilitate outside lunch provider’s participation in lunch delivery and distribution to students.
• Coordinate facility rental usage and marketing with the Director of Operations and CFOO.
• Coordinate related communications and marketing materials with the Director of Marketing & Communications.
• Support and assist with the development and compliance relating to Auxiliary programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with financial aspects of the program, such as billing, payroll, contracts, budgeting and purchasing.
• Support and assist compliance with applicable state, federal, and other licensing/ accreditation agency policies. Assist with registration, attendance, and logistics of programming using management software/CRM platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies and should be able to respond to them in their cover letter:

• A strategic mindset
• An effective communicator
• A leader
• A team player
• A multi-tasker
• An entrepreneur
• Drive and ambition
• A proactive thinker
• Solutions oriented
• Marketing and communications
• Detail oriented

To Apply
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered as they are received. The candidate’s current employer will be contacted at the finalist stage.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The full-year salary range for this position is $75,000-$110,000 based on experience and credentials.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The Lab School of Washington seeks a full-time Upper School Math teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate has an advanced degree and experience teaching a variety of high school-level math courses, through Calculus, to students with learning differences. The ability to provide structured, creative lessons that support the learning and application of math concepts in traditional, innovative, and practical ways is a sought after attribute. The candidate must be willing and able to pursue certification in the content area or Special Education, or be certification-eligible in the District of Columbia.

Salary range: $55,000-$100,000

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The Reservoir Group is seeking a 12-month full-time, DC-licensed therapist (LPC, LCSW, LICSW, or Psychologist) who is eager to join our team and support students at The Lab School and in the surrounding community. Start date August 18, 2025

Job responsibilities include:

• Providing individual (and potentially group) evidence-based psychotherapy/counseling for approximately 25 school-aged clients, during the school day and after school
• Consulting and collaborating with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other mental health providers
• Position is full-time in-person. Preferred hours are 10 AM to 6 PM, 5 days per week
• Professional development opportunities are available.  

Ideal candidates:

• DC Licensed mental health professional (license-eligible will be considered)
• 2+ years of experience providing therapy or counseling to children and adolescents, ideally those with learning differences
• Experience in schools, and/or with children with learning differences, preferred
• Experience with IEP documentation and SPED regulations, preferred
• Strong skill and interest in supporting students from a perspective of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent collaborative work skills
• Proficiency with Google Suite and IEP systems a plus

The Psychology and Wellness Department of the Reservoir Group consists of psychologists, social workers and counselors who provide clinical services to Lab School students, as well as children, adolescents and adults from the community. The Lab School of Washington is an independent, progressive, arts-based school that serves students in grades 1 through 12 with diagnosed language-based learning differences on two campuses in Northwest Washington, DC.

Salary Range: $65,000-$95,000 (based on experience and credentials)

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

Submit cover letter, resume, and employment application to The Reservoir Group at this web address. 

Position Overview: The Lab School of Washington is seeking a Director of Enrichment to enhance our services and programs for students whose performance and learning profile indicate a readiness for enhanced enrichment and challenge.  Specifically, the Director of Enrichment will work with division heads, teachers, and clinicians to identify students (beginning in 5th grade) whose learning profile and performance indicates a need for academic and other types of enrichment beyond the scope of Lab’s typical program of study.  

The Director of Enrichment will develop individualized learning plans, which may include designing and/or implementing tailored classes, independent study programs, or other activities, for identified students whose profile or achievement indicates a need for advancement and/or enrichment in a given area of learning or in their overall program of study.

The Director of Enrichment position is a 12 month position and will report to the Associate Head of School.

Key Responsibilities:

• Student Identification:
  • In collaboration with divisional leaders, create and maintain updated Academic Accommodation Plans for all (non-placed) students enrolled at Lab.
  • Using data, both quantitative and qualitative, identify students in 5th grade (and beyond) whose learning profile and/or achievement indicates a need for greater academic enrichment overall or in a particular area of study.
  • Using data, teacher recommendations, and skills/interest assessments, collaborate with divisional leadership, families, and students to develop personalized enrichment plans for identified students.
• Program Development and Delivery:
  • Design, recommend, and/or provide enrichment classes, independent study programs and other types of activities that cater to the diverse needs of individual students.  This may include direct teaching and/or delivery of instructional services.
  • Collaborate with educators to expand practices to enhance enrichment and challenge for individual students in existing courses and curricula.
  • Coordinate with the Upper School administration in assisting students with researching and enrolling in college-level courses outside of Lab.
• Resource Management:
  • Curate and maintain a library of resources, materials, and tools for students who demonstrate a readiness for greater academic challenge and enrichment.
  • Identify and collaborate with external specialists and organizations for additional support.
• Parent Collaboration:
  • Communicate regularly with parents to provide updates and gather feedback.
• Professional Development:
  • In collaboration with the division heads, ensure that all faculty are provided ongoing professional development on best practices for supporting students with language-based learning differences and ADHD.
  • Provide additional training and support for staff on best practices to differentiate classroom instruction, with a particular focus on challenging students who are ready for additional enrichment.
• Monitoring and Evaluation:
  • Track individual student progress, adjusting individualized enrichment plans as needed.
  • Prepare progress reports on student progress and participate in parent conferences, staffings, and other progress monitoring as a key contributor.
  • Evaluate overall program effectiveness and adjust offerings, opportunities, and scope as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and (ideally) Master’s degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience working with students with language-based learning differences and ADHD.
• Strong understanding of both giftedness and learning differences.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop creative, engaging enrichment activities.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in parent communication and collaboration with teacher colleagues.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of social-emotional learning strategies.
• Familiarity with individualized education plans (IEPs) and 504 plans.
• Strong technological skills, including adeptness and willingness to learn how to utilize AI tools to streamline creation of AAPs and other important monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• Position may require occasional evening or weekend hours for events and meetings.
• May involve working in various settings, including classrooms and community spaces.
• This position includes remote work over the summer months in order to prepare student schedules for the upcoming academic year.

Salary range: $75,000-$110,000

Submit cover letter, resume, and employment application to this web address.  

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.  

The Lab School of Washington, an independent school in Washington, DC for students with language-based learning differences, is seeking a full-time Middle School English Teacher beginning in late August 2025.

The ideal candidate should have:

• 3-5 years of teaching experience
• experience teaching students with language-based learning differences
• knowledge of reading development and adolescent literature
• experience teaching the writing process.

Candidates must have enthusiasm, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in collaboration with a teaching team in an arts-infused environment. A Master’s Degree is preferred.

Candidates must have teaching certification or be willing to take the courses required towards certification in the District of Columbia.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The full-year salary range for this position is $55,000-$100,000.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The Lab School of Washington seeks a full-time Middle School Social Studies teacher for its 7th grade Global Citizenship course. Ideal candidates possess:

• an advanced degree and experience teaching social studies to middle school students with learning differences
• experience effectively engaging students in learning about geography, culture, and history
• experience using and creating experiential, multi-sensory, project-based, arts-infused curriculum
• teaching certification in the District of Columbia, or eligibility and/or willingness, with support, to complete the requirements for this certification.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Lab School employment application to this web address.

The full-year salary range for this position is $55,000-$100,000.

The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

The Lab School of Washington (LSW) is an independent school for students grades 1 through 12 with language-based learning differences (e.g., dyslexia, dysgraphia) and ADHD. LSW is an interdisciplinary environment consisting of educators, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, social workers and artists.  The Psychology and Wellness Department consists of three licensed psychologists, four social workers, and one licensed professional counselor who provide services to LSW students as well as children, adolescents and young adults from the community. Externs will provide individual and/or group therapy to up to 5 LSW students, typically addressing anxiety, peer difficulties, and/or emotion regulation. Externs will also participate in one psychoeducational battery per month, with increasing autonomy in test administration and scoring, interpretation and report writing. Externs will have the opportunity to conduct classroom observations and parent intakes, and to participate in IEP team meetings and didactic seminars. Weekly individual (and potentially group) supervision will be provided by a licensed psychologist on site. This unpaid externship requires two days (16 hours) per week, roughly Sept. through early June.

The Lab School of Washington is an independent, progressive, arts-based school that serves students in grades 1 through 12 with diagnosed language-based learning differences on two campuses in Northwest Washington, DC.  The Lab School of Washington is an inclusive and welcoming school that celebrates diversity, including race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, as well as any other status protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of today’s global world.

To apply: Please send the following materials to Dr. Mary Jo Coiro (maryjo.coiro@Labschool.org) by February 1:

1. Cover letter;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. A graduate transcript (unofficial acceptable)
4. Two recommendation letters from clinical supervisors