IDEAL School of Manhattan·New York
The Learning Specialist will design and implement tiered math lessons using a Universal Design for Learning framework to support a diverse range of learners. Additionally, they will collaborate with faculty and parents, serve as a student advisor, and mentor extracurricular clubs.
Title: Middle School Learning Specialist, Math Focus
Reports to: Middle School Head
Employment Type: Faculty; Full-time, Exempt
Projected Start Date: Late August 2026
Work Location: 5 Hanover Square, New York, NY 10004
The IDEAL School of Manhattan is an inclusion school dedicated to creating a diverse community that affirms and accepts the full identities of all people, while inspiring academic excellence, creative leadership, and a desire to build a more just and equitable world.
The IDEAL School of Manhattan is seeking a talented, enthusiastic, and creative Learning Specialist with a focus on Mathematics for a full-time position starting in August 2026.
IDEAL teachers are charged with inspiring students in an inclusive and nurturing learning community to achieve personal and academic excellence.
IDEAL expands the definition of diversity to include ability, and thus candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach a range of learners and to scaffold lessons with note-taking guides, visual aids, and other supports to promote the success of a range of learners.
It is expected that teachers engage students’ curiosity through interdisciplinary activities, discussion, and project-based learning.
Middle School teachers teach four to five class sections, meeting 16-20 periods per week.
While this role primarily teaches Middle School, the Learning Specialist may also teach classes across Upper School as part of the regular teaching load.
In addition to primary teaching responsibilities, the Learning Specialist will participate fully in the life of the school.
All IDEAL teachers contribute in significant ways beyond the classroom; it is expected that teachers serve as advisors, mentor at least one club, and may lead their own extra-curricular activities and initiatives.
They know their students as learners and as individuals, and they inspire them by setting a high bar for excellence while making the classroom fun and supporting all learners in their achievement.
Occasionally, teachers may be asked to chaperone day and overnight class trips.
Teachers may be required to support remediation in the Learning Center.
The successful candidate will partner thoughtfully with colleagues and parents; demonstrate the ability to inspire students at all levels to strive for both personal and academic excellence; and possess a commitment to inclusive education.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.
include: Paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending program, health reimbursement account, commuter benefits program, income protection via short and long-term disability benefits, paid family leave, discount lunch options, professional development opportunities, 403(b) plan with employer contribution(waiting period applies).
$65,000-85,000 (this represents the expected salary range for this position. Salary will be determined based on education, experience, and other job-related factors)
The IDEAL School of Manhattan is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and job applicants and to making all employment decisions without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, caregiver status, gender identity or expression, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all policies and procedures.
This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. demotion, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree with a Special Education designation and have lead classroom teaching experience. A Master's degree and 2-3 years of experience in an inclusive or independent school setting are preferred.
Market context
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