The Lang School seeks a creative, passionate, and dedicated Student Support & Intervention Specialist to support our twice-exceptional (2e) students — gifted students with learning differences — across grades 6–12.

We offer our highly promising learners a rigorous, learner-centered, empirically validated education with integrated supports that foster independence, resilience, and self-advocacy.

We are looking for an experienced professional to work collaboratively with our School Psychology, Therapy, and Education Teams, as well as with students, families, and outside providers. This role blends behavioral support, social-emotional development, therapeutic intervention, and systems-level collaboration to ensure students are supported holistically and consistently across the school day, as well as family collaboration and partnership.

This position reports to the Divisional Director and Assistant Head of School and is an 11-month role.

Candidate Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Special Education, School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• Preferred certification/licensure (LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years working in an educational or clinical setting supporting students with diverse learning and social-emotional needs
• Demonstrated experience with behavior support and intervention strategies (e.g., MTSS, PBIS, CBT, DBT, CPS, ABA, restorative practices)
• Experience reading and interpreting Neuropsychological Evaluations, IEPs, and behavior plans
• Strong understanding of executive functioning, social-emotional learning, and student development
• Proficiency with classroom technologies, online platforms, and Google Suite
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship

Successful candidates:

• Have an authentic connection with our mission and our student population of twice-exceptional learners
• Bring deep experience supporting students with learning differences, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, and executive functioning challenges
• Are skilled at responding to student dysregulation with calm, effective, and developmentally appropriate strategies
• Balance therapeutic insight with practical, school-based intervention approaches
• Are excellent communicators who engage families as partners with clarity, empathy, and professionalism
• Thrive in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments and value diverse perspectives
• Are flexible, proactive, and solutions-oriented, with a “whatever it takes” mindset grounded in patience and respect
• Are reflective practitioners committed to continuous growth, equity, and culturally responsive practice

Responsibilities:

Student Support & Intervention

• Provide real-time support and intervention for students experiencing dysregulation, behavioral challenges, or social-emotional needs
• Respond to and help de-escalate situations using evidence-based strategies
• Support students in developing self-regulation, coping, and self-advocacy skills

Intervention Planning & Case Management

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans for assigned students
• Maintain a caseload and track progress through consistent data collection and analysis
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to ensure interventions are integrated across settings
• Adjust supports based on ongoing progress monitoring and student needs

Collaboration & Teacher Support

• Partner with teachers to design and implement Tiered supports, including classroom strategies and accommodations
• Provide in-the-moment coaching and modeling of effective practices
• Collaborate across disciplines (OT, SLP, counseling, academic specialists) to ensure cohesive support plans

Family Communication & Partnership

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, challenges, and strategies
• Support families in understanding and reinforcing interventions at home
• Coordinate with outside providers when appropriate to ensure alignment of care

Systems & Schoolwide Support

• Contribute to the development and implementation of schoolwide behavior and SEL systems
• Support documentation and communication of student needs across teams
• Participate in meetings, professional development, and school initiatives

Crisis Response & Follow-Up

• Serve as a key responder during behavioral or emotional crises
• Lead or support post-incident reflection, documentation, and follow-up planning
• Ensure continuity of support following incidents through coordinated intervention plans

General Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Maintain clear, organized documentation of student progress and interventions
• Participate fully in school life, meetings, and professional development
• Support additional duties or committees as requested by leadership

About The Lang School

The Lang School (thelangschool.org) is a progressive independent school located in lower Manhattan serving grades K–12. Our high-potential and gifted learners also have learning challenges, such as ADHD, anxiety, executive functioning difficulties, dyslexia, or autism.

We meet students where they are and empower them to achieve their next levels of excellence with research-based supports and a robust Talent Development Program.

Our mission is to create a safe and engaging learning environment that emphasizes creative thinking and asset-based approaches. We celebrate diversity across identities, backgrounds, and perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive and equitable community.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 – $115,000, commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package including employer-paid health insurance, 401(k) options, and professional development

To Apply: https://www.thelangschool.org/careers 

We will follow up with candidates whose experience aligns with our needs. At Lang, we value diverse professional pathways and recognize that impactful careers are not always linear.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lang School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law.

About The Lang School

The Lang School offers a child-centered, empirically-validated, STEM- and STEAM-driven education for high potential, gifted, and twice-exceptional (2e) learners in grades K-12. At Lang, students thrive – often for the first time – learning at their level with ability and affinity peers in small classes of no more than 12 students. Our rigorous, standards-based academics evolve to challenge students as they grow and develop commitment and independence. Our Talent Development program inspires passions, creativity and a sense of purpose, and our integrated and 1:1 supports address academic challenges, self-regulation, and social-emotional learning. We are a progressive school that incubates tomorrow’s thought leaders and innovators

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