Can a homeschool co-op have independent contractors and follow the IRS guidelines?

Can a homeschool co-op pay teachers as Independent Contractors and be in accordance with the IRS rules?
Homeschool-life ,the popular website hosting service for homeschool groups, has a Leaders Forum. (If you’re a leader you can join the forum here) Recently a question about co-op drop off policies was asked. Does anyone run a home school co-op…