Workshop Facilitator

2026 Job Description for Workshop Facilitator

Continuing Professional Studies, Bank Street College of Education

Job Description

• Seeking an experienced educator to design and facilitate a workshop for 10-25 educators.
• Workshop description below.
• TEWS898N Storytelling in the Writing Workshop: Loose Parts & Creative Sparks

(PreK-Grade 2)

• This class explores how open-ended materials can support and deepen young children’s
• storytelling and writing development in classrooms. We will examine how design thinking
• and loose parts can elevate the writing workshop, particularly for students who struggle to
• generate ideas or sustain engagement. Each session begins with a thoughtfully designed
• Firestarter—a short creative provocation using intentional constraints to spark imagination,
• problem-solving, and narrative thinking. Through hands-on exploration, educators will
• learn how materials such as wire, clay or play-dough, paper, LEGO®, and fabric can serve
• as thinking tools to support the development of narrative, opinion/persuasive, and
• informational writing. The course emphasizes inclusive, playful strategies that honor
• multiple modes of expression and help all learners find their voice as they write.
• Start Date: Thursday, July 30 from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM ET
• On Site at Bank Street College, 610 West 112th Street, NY, NY 10035

Compensation

• $750
• Compensation includes planning and facilitation

Required

• Successful teaching experience in early elementary education and with the Writing

Workshop

• Experience in facilitating group discussions and/or professional development
• Experience developing curriculum for educators
• Master(s) degree in education, Social Work or related field
• Experience in a progressive education setting