[2026-2027] Special Education Learning Specialist - Middle School

KIPP NYC Public Schools • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

KIPP NYC Special Education Teachers work collaboratively as a team and with General Education Teachers to plan targeted, high-leverage interventions. They diagnose student challenges and design individual programs and differentiated strategies to meet specific needs. The team serves students with IEPs and diagnosed disabilities, as well as students identified as at-risk.

The role teaches a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum aligned with school and New York State standards, provides engaging instruction, uses data to guide decisions, and assesses and communicates student progress. The position is based in New York City and requires travel to KIPP NYC schools. Relocation outside a commutable distance or outside New York State may result in an employment review, and employees must notify HR about a move or planned relocation. KIPP NYC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment.
• Demonstrated success in raising achievement levels of students from the communities KIPP NYC serves.
• Passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture.
• Strong desire to grow as a teacher as part of the KIPP NYC team and family.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• New York State Special Education teacher certification is highly recommended.
• Zest, grit, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Teach a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum combining school standards and New York State standards.
• Teach students in a high-quality and engaging way.
• Work closely with a team of teachers to support continuous professional and personal growth.
• Use data to drive decisions.
• Assess student progress and communicate results to families and colleagues.
• Provide individual or small-group instruction to students who need additional assistance.
• Model a “whatever it takes” spirit to ensure each student is successful.
• Model the school’s values in communications with students, families, and staff.
• Plan targeted, high-leverage interventions with General Education Teachers and other team members.
• Diagnose student challenges and design individual programs and differentiated strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $70,829 to $136,704, determined according to an equitable compensation scale.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Five school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
• Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizons backup child and elder care.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Eight-week paid sabbatical after 10 years.
• Annual professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level