Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in The Gateway Schools.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of The Gateway Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, citizenship, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Middle School Learning Specialist

We are seeking innovative individuals with an English and Language Arts background to join our highly collaborative and flexible teaching team.  Candidates for this full-time Literacy and Learning Specialist should possess an Advanced Degree in Special Education.   The ideal candidate is an experienced Learning Specialist with a desire to support and teach English and Language Arts (ELA) in an independent school setting.   Candidates should also have familiarity with reading and writing workshop methods, young adolescent development, relevant learning and the brain research, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

·Provide individual, small group, and classroom academic coaching, instruction, and support to students

·Serve as the key liaison with faculty, learning specialists, psychologists, and the Division Head to support students with varied learning needs

·Coordinate the assessment and tracking of student progress

· Participate in grade level teaching teams in English and Language Arts

·Provide expertise and stay current in the fields of special education, learning and the brain, classroom methodologies, and literacy instruction to young adolescents

·Serve as a resource for faculty to differentiate instruction and apply effective teaching strategies      to meet the varying learning needs of students

·Communicate with families on topics related to learning and learning differences

Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and three reference letters.  Please submit by email to:  Posting125@gatewayschool.org.  We will begin reviewing applications immediately.  The Gateway Schools is an equal opportunity employer.