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Lower School Learning Specialist

On-site, Work must be performed in or near New York, NY
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    Job Type:Full Time
    Start Date:August 20, 2025
    Salary:USD $55,000 - $95,000 / year
    Cause Areas:Education

    Description

    Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a lower school (Grades 1-5) learning specialist to begin in the fall of 2025.

    Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent Jewish school, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school's approach to education is governed by profound respect for children. It nurtures their curiosity, cultivates their imagination, encourages creative expression, values their initiative and engenders critical thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities.

    The ideal candidate should have the following:

    • Master’s degree in special education, learning disabilities, or related field
    • Training in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, PAF, or similar programs
    • Experience administering a variety of assessments to track and support student growth, including Fountas & Pinnell
    • At least five years teaching experience as a learning specialist with a focus on attaining early literacy skills
    • A strong knowledge base in the area of learning differences, especially dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, as well as a deep knowledge base regarding ADHD
    • Experience teaching in a special education environment is preferred

    The learning specialist will:

    • Provide small group and one-on-one literacy remediation to students in first through fifth grade, using a pull out/push in model
    • Collaborate with teachers to modify curriculum and develop strategies to meet the needs of a range of learners
    • Partner with teachers, families, and outside specialists regarding the needs and progress of students
    • Participate in parent conferences and write individual progress reports

    Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. To apply, follow this link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=5db03d9d-83a7-470f-a3eb-1942264884b7&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=548284&source=CC2&lang=en_US

    In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

    Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    The full-time equivalent salary range is $55,000 - $95,000, depending on years of experience.

    Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a lower school (Grades 1-5) learning specialist to begin in the fall of 2025.

    Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent Jewish school, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school's approach to education is governed by profound respect for children. It nurtures their curiosity, cultivates their imagination, encourages creative expression, values their initiative and engenders critical thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities.

    The ideal candidate should have the following:

    • Master’s degree in special education, learning disabilities, or related field
    • Training in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, PAF, or similar programs
    • Experience administering a variety of assessments to track and support student growth, including Fountas…

    Location

    On-site
    20 West End Ave, New York, NY 10023, USA

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