HS Learning Specialist - Maternity Leave Position
SAR Academy
New York, NY, USA
USD 250-300 / day
Posted on Dec 2, 2025
SAR High School is a mission-driven, co-educational, Modern Orthodox Jewish high school committed to student-centered learning in a challenging and supportive environment.
SAR is looking for a dynamic and talented learning specialist to cover a Maternity leave starting in February 2026.
Responsibilities include: providing direct academic and organizational support to students in small groups, collaborating with classroom teachers and working closely with parents.
Candidates should have a Masters Degree in a related field and experience providing academic support and remediation in General Studies.
Qualifications
- Strong ability to build connections with students and to develop an atmosphere of mutual respect
- A creative thinker who is able to problem-solve and collaborate with others
- Understanding of social, emotional and cognitive development and the remediation of learning challenges
- Flexible and open-minded approach to teaching
- Experience providing academic support and remediation throughout the General Studies curriculum
- NYS Certification in Special Education strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of educational technology tools to maximize student engagement and to differentiate instruction
Responsibilities
- Develop, adapt and differentiate curricular materials in collaboration with teachers
- Provide direct academic and organizational support to students in small groups
- Develop and implement individualized learning plans
- Monitor and assess student progress toward learning goals and adapt instruction to address changing needs
- Communicate with parents about student progress and goals
- Demonstrate knowledge of various methodologies for teaching students with learning differences
250 - 300 USD
Salary range for this position is $250-$300 per full day, commensurate with experience.