Part-Time Middle School Learning Specialist in Chicago, Illinois at Prizmah

Date available: August 2026

Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:

Classroom Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and support daily instruction and interventions
• Plan accommodations and modifications of the general curriculum as needed, and facilitate implementation in the general education classrooms
• Work collaboratively within Student Services and across the school, and maintain a caseload to support students in need of curricular support and interventions
• Supporting students in the areas of literacy, math, and executive functioning
• Partner with teachers to support differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles

Non-Classroom Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff to ensure curriculum and differentiation in the classroom follow learning standards and best practices in supporting students with diverse learning needs
• Organize, execute, and maintain data collection for reading assessments
• Provide consultation with teachers and private providers regarding individual student progress
• Use of multiple sources of data to inform short- and long-term decisions

Community

• Provide the parent community with opportunities to learn about our student services model and supports
• Offer consulting to parents, faculty, and staff related to student services
• Support and promote pluralistic Jewish education and religious practice
• Fulfill co-curricular responsibilities, including lunch, recess, and other community duties

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred
• Valid Illinois Teaching certificate required
• Degree, endorsement, and/or coursework in special education required; certification in reading instruction, literacy, and/or special education graduate-level work preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of classroom teaching experience required
• Experience with diverse learners required
• Experience with teaching and/or supporting in early and/or intermediate grades
• Knowledge and experience with evidence-based, multi-sensory literacy interventions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to work onsite
• Understanding of child development and best practices in education
• Willingness to keep current through appropriate professional development
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team
• Knowledge and experience with the implementation of multi-sensory interventions

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 5% travel may be requested.

Other Important Information:

• This part-time position will be 5 days/week for half-days. The exact schedule will be determined and will be flexible to attend meetings or school events beyond the workday, as determined by the supervisor.

Compensation: Bernard Zell offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture. The salary range for this position is $26,534 - $40,505.50

Benefits: The position is eligible for benefits. Bernard Zell has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports the success of our employees. Benefits include:

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Paid time off

Tuition Remission

Breakfast & Lunch when school is in session

403(b) (Retirement contribution)