Orton-Gillingham Certified Teacher (part-time) at ST PAUL ACADEMY AND SUMMIT SCHOOL – St. Paul, Minnesota

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) seeks candidates for the position of a part-time Orton-Gillingham certified educator for a Lower School teaching position in the Christopher Center Pathways Program.

About St. Paul Academy and Summit School:

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 910 students in kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.

Our mission—shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world—is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do. It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child. Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values. But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.

The Christopher Center Pathways Program at SPA is designed for students in Grades 2-6 with high academic potential and a primary diagnosis of dyslexia. Using the Orton-Gillingham approach, the program supports students in their acquisition of skills in reading, spelling, writing, and math.

For additional information about the school’s curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu.

Position Begins: October 2025

Status: 0.5 FTE, Exempt

Department: Instructional, LS

Salary: $22,000 - $33,000 based on start date and experience

Benefits:

Benefits are prorated and include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners, Nice healthcare (a free virtual and in-person health plan), dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and free lunch during the school year. The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution. The School offers a robust program of professional development, career growth, and leadership opportunities. A sabbatical program is also available. Tuition remission is also available for children of employees as well as complimentary before and after-school care.

The ideal professional is someone who is innovative, collaborative, devoted to culturally competent learning, and possesses a deep understanding of neurodiversity. The Christopher Center Pathways program is an integral part of the Center for Learning and Teaching. As such, the person in this position will report to the Director of the Center of Learning and Teaching. Candidates should thrive in and welcome an environment where life-long learning and the ongoing pursuit of seeking professional development in best practices are valued and expected.

Required skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, or a related field; with supervised experiences and coursework in childhood and adolescent development. Experience in Gifted Education is preferred but not required.
• Orton-Gillingham Associate-level certification is required
• 3+ years of teaching experience
• Experience working with students who have been diagnosed with dyslexia, learning disabilities, and/or ADHD
• Knowledge in the following areas:
  • Training in the Orton-Gillingham approach to multisensory language therapy
  • Ability to analyze student errors and track progress
  • Knowledge of Orton-Gillingham math, grammar, reading comprehension strategies, and writing instruction.
  • Training in a multi-sensory approach to mathematics instruction
  • Strong technology skills and knowledge of assistive technology for students with language-based learning differences
  • Strong interest in social studies/history and/or experience teaching these subjects
  • Experience with reading/writing workshop models preferred, but not required

As importantly, we seek candidates who are committed to developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching and are able to operate effectively in diverse environments while also interacting successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds. In addition, candidates should be able to:

• Create developmentally appropriate curricula
• Establish a supportive and engaging classroom environment for students
• Differentiate instruction and materials to meet the needs of all students
• Work collaboratively with teaching partners, other colleagues, and parents/guardians
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, students, and families; a collaborative style, an approachable demeanor, and a demonstrated ability to establish rapport and trusting relationships with people from diverse identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Utilize effective cross-cultural communication skills to operate effectively in diverse environments and interact successfully with people from widely varying backgrounds.

How to Apply: The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references. To apply, please visit our website at www.spa.edu/careers. SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff, and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.