Lower School Learning Specialist, Grades 3-6, Long-term Substitute

Lower School Learning Specialist, Grades 3-6 Long-term Substitute August 26, 2026 - January 25, 2027

Description:

We seek a dynamic, flexible, and creative individual who loves teaching and understands how to engage elementary and middle-school-age children in learning. As a member of Fay's Learning Services Department, this teacher will collaborate with colleagues to support the learning needs of the Lower School students. This is a temporary position that is not eligible for benefits. The daily pay rate is $215.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of teaching experience and hold a bachelor's degree in special education or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities include:

Delivering strategy-based academic support to students with documented learning differences, including executive functioning skills, writing, reading comprehension, and problem-solving. Provide both one-on-one instruction and push-in classroom support to reinforce learning and skill development. Actively support and promote a school culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. Supporting the mission, philosophy, and core values of the School Utilizing technology to enhance instruction and learning Collaborate with the Director of Learning Services and classroom teachers to implement accommodations aligned with students' learning profiles. Communicate effectively with families and lead or participate in conferences as needed. Equip teachers with insights into students' learning profiles, including observational data on student experience and performance. Attending grade-level team and department meetings. Fay School values teachers who believe in differentiated, developmentally aligned approaches to teaching and learning, integrate instructional technology, understand the importance of cultural competence, and are attuned to the social and emotional growth of young students. At Fay, faculty and staff engage in and support school-wide equity and inclusion efforts. Fay seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the diversity of our school community. Fay School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, military service, or any other category protected under applicable law, in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.