Are you a passionate Learning Specialist looking for a school that values the work you believe in? At our Merle-Smith Campus, you'll coach 10–14 upper school students per week - learners with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences, as well as gifted students and high-achievers navigating the demands of a rigorous college-preparatory environment. Through personalized 45-minute sessions, you'll help them build the executive functioning skills, self-monitoring habits, and metacognitive confidence that last well beyond graduation.

This isn't remediation. It's transformation. You'll work alongside teachers, partner with families, and serve on our Student Support Team - ensuring every learner has a strategy that works for them. When you help a student plan their week, decode a dense reading passage, or finally believe they are capable of succeeding, you're not just supporting a grade. You're shaping a graduate.

We need someone who brings both expertise and empathy. You understand the neuroscience of learning differences and know how to build genuine trust with a teenager who has struggled. You're organized, collaborative, and committed to the professional growth of the colleagues around you.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Educational Psychology, or related field
• 3+ years as a learning specialist, academic coach, or special educator in a secondary or higher education setting
• Deep knowledge of Universal Design for Learning and evidence-based executive functioning strategies
• Proficiency with assistive technology tools and Google Workspace for Education
• Commitment to Moravian Academy's values of curiosity, excellence, integrity, and community

This is a 10-month, full-time, exempt position. Ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of students who think differently? Send your resume, cover letter, and three references to be considered.

See the attached job description for full details

Moravian Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer • More to Explore at MoravianAcademy.org

All schools in Pennsylvania are required to obtain the following background clearances once they have hired a candidate for any job.

• FBI Fingerprint Check
• PA Criminal Background Check (PA State Police)
• Child Abuse Clearance Check
• Act 24 - signed affidavit stating no prior convictions
• Act 168 - sent from our HR Department to previous employers for feedback
• Proof of a negative TB Test

By continuing with the application process, you acknowledge that if you are the finalist and are offered a position, you will be asked to provide all of the above clearances before your first day of work.

Full Job Description

Required:

• Master's degree in Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Educational Psychology, or related field
• Minimum of three years of experience as a learning specialist, academic coach, or special educator in a secondary or higher education environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of Universal Design for Learning principles and strategies for differentiation

Preferred:

• Certification in Learning Disabilities or other relevant professional certifications
• Experience with executive functioning coaching, study skills instruction, and personalized academic coaching
• Previous background in independent schools or college-preparatory programs

About Moravian Academy

Moravian Academy is a vibrant, independent K-12 school nestled in the heart of the Lehigh Valley, offering a comprehensive educational experience across three uniquely designed campuses: Swain Campus (Preschool through Grade 8), Historic Downtown Campus (Preschool through Grade 8), and Merle Smith Upper School (Grades 9-12). With their unique environments, the campuses share a united community bound by our shared values of creativity, curiosity, inclusion, and excellence. We prepare students to think critically, lead with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to a global society. Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy nurtures learners who explore the question, "Who am I, and who can I become?" Our commitment to developing global citizens extends beyond academics, fostering growth in every aspect of our students' lives.

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