Middle School Learning Specialist Long Term Leave Replacement in New York, New York at Convent of the Sacred Heart

Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school, educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international network of 160 schools. We are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools. Known as the "Goals and Criteria," these principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and charge our community with a unified educational mission.

At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.

Long-Term Leave Replacement

Beginning August 31, 2026

Reports to: Middle School Division Head

FLSA: Exempt, full-time

Salary Range: Prorated, based on an annualized salary of $67,500 - $100,000 commensurate with education and experience

Position Summary:

Convent of the Sacred Heart is seeking an experienced, warm, and empathetic Middle School Learning Specialist for a full-time leave replacement position, August 31, 2026 through mid-March, 2027.

Instructional Responsibilities

• Teach grade-level groups of students (grades 5-8) with documented learning disabilities, focusing on developing reading, writing, organization, and critical thinking strategies to support their academic coursework.

• Teach a 5th-grade study skills class.

• Provide targeted academic support for students outside of standard class time.

Coordination & Collaboration

• Manage student accommodations and coordinate outside supports, partnering with tutors, evaluators, and physicians.

• Maintain regular communication with families to share and gain key insights that inform and personalize student coursework.

• Support teachers and advocate for students so every student’s learning needs are fully understood and supported.

• Serve as a student advisor and attend regular grade-level and faculty meetings.

Community & School Life

• Supervise students during community periods, break times, lunch, study halls, and other duties as assigned.

• Lead extracurricular activities and actively participate in the broader life of the middle school community.

Education & Credentials

• Master’s degree required.

• Master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Special Education/Learning Disabilities preferred.

Experience & Expertise

• Deep expertise in learning disabilities and evidence-based instructional strategies; previous teaching experience preferred.

• Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist and anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy.

• Proficiency with current educational technology, particularly blended learning platforms and strategies (Google Workspace, Smartboard platforms).

Mission Alignment & Core Competencies

• Comfort, enthusiasm, and energy for teaching in an independent, all-girls Catholic school environment, with a meaningful commitment to our mission-driven tradition guided by the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education.

• A warm, inviting, empathetic, and vibrant presence with a genuine passion for adolescent learners.

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, paired with a collaborative, flexible, and team-oriented approach.

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, military status, Vietnam or other veteran status, sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, unemployment status or any other status protected by law. In addition to the protected classifications included in our EEO policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement. Any employee who engages in conduct that violates this policy is subject to discipline, up to and including termination.