Job Title: Learning Specialist Long-Term SubstituteDate Available: February 2027Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility: The Learning Specialist will provide Bernard Zell students with literacy, math, and executive functioning instruction and support, and guidance rooted in best practices, educational standards, and pedagogy. The specialist will provide support to students with diverse learning needs in 3rd and 4th grade. In addition to providing direct support to students, the Learning Specialist will work closely with teachers to offer differentiation guidance, support in implementing classroom accommodations, use of data collection, and data-driven decision-making.Primary Responsibilities: Plan, teach, and support daily literacy and math instruction and evidence-based interventions focused on 3rd and 4th grade. Utilize evidence-based interventions and multisensory techniques, particularly Wilson Fundations and/or Wilson Reading System. Work collaboratively within Student Services, Lower School, and across the school; maintain a caseload to support students in need of academic support and intervention. Plan accommodations and modifications of the general curriculum as needed, and facilitate implementation in general education classrooms. Lead students and staff in best practices, engaging literacy and math curriculum and pedagogy. Partner with teachers to support differentiated instruction for diverse learning styles.Non-classroom Responsibilities: Collaborate with staff to ensure literacy and math curriculum follows learning standards and best practices. Support organization and execution of data collection for reading and math benchmark screening assessments across SK–2nd grade. Collaborate and communicate with teachers, families, and private providers to ensure a seamless home-school connection. Use multiple sources of data to inform short- and long-term decisions.Community: Provide parent community with opportunities to learn about student services. Offer consulting to parents, faculty, and staff related to literacy and math support. Support and promote pluralistic Jewish education and religious practice. Fulfill co-curricular responsibilities, including lunch, recess, and other community duties.Qualifications & Skills:Education: Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required; graduate degree preferred. Degree/endorsement/coursework in reading or math instruction and/or special education preferred.Experience: Minimum 2 years classroom teaching experience required. Elementary grades literacy and math instruction required. Training and experience with multi-sensory, structured literacy programs required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Understanding of child development and best practices in education. Willingness to keep current through professional development. Proven ability to work as a team member. Knowledge and experience with current evidence-based intervention programs in reading and math. Commitment to implementing a multimodality approach to instruction.Salary: $195 per dayBenefits: The position is not benefit-eligible.How To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to: lelmofty@bernardzell.org.