The Town School, a nursery through 8th Grade co-educational school of 350 students on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, seeks an experienced 2nd through 4th Grade Literacy Specialist. Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student, and all members of the community are guided by our school motto, “Let there be joy in learning.”    

The salary range for this position is $68,000 to $115,300. *Base salaries do not reflect additional compensation based on degree level, stipends, and years of service beyond step 20 on the salary scale.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement specific instruction for students in targeted small pull-out groups as well as through push-in support.
• Assess student progress regularly. Conduct observations and screenings to determine if a student is in need of additional literacy support.
• Collaborate with teachers to support understanding of students’ learning needs and to differentiate classroom instruction.
• Conduct team meetings in literacy curriculum for grades 3-4.
• Work with the Academic Dean to review/discuss curricular cohesion in your division and school wide.
• Oversee classroom assessments.
• In collaboration with classroom teachers, communicate with parents about individual student strengths and challenges, goal setting, and progress.
• Collaborate with the Guidance Team.
• Coordinate support with outside tutors and remedial specialists. 
• Write mid-year and year-end literacy summary reports for students taught.
• Communicate routinely progress monitoring information to families 
• Consult with the Admissions Office and assess applicants as needed.

Position Requirements

• Master's degree in relevant field required.
• 3-5 years teaching experience in an elementary setting required.
• Experience with SRSD, Readers/Writers Workshop, Fundations, Words Their Way.
• Experience with revising curriculum to meet the needs of current students.
• Experience differentiating instruction to best support students.
• Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning.
• Supportive of Town’s mission and values, and a demonstrated commitment to the aspirations in our school’s Statement on Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity.
• Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, empathy, discernment, strong organization skills, and a good sense of humor.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Town aspires to be an equitable and inclusive school community and, therefore strongly encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

To apply: Applicants should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references in PDF format to Alison Flannery, Head of Lower and Nursery at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls please.

About The Town School

Mission: The Town School is committed to elementary co-education, serving students in nursery through eighth grade. As we embrace high academic and ethical standards for each student, we are guided by our school motto, “Joy with Purpose.” Town’s program balances the traditional and the innovative, emphasizing excellence in academics and a thorough exposure to the arts and physical education. We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically, stressing the value of both individual learning and collaboration. We are committed to diversity, teaching students to be inclusive and to respect themselves and others. Students leave Town as well-rounded, articulate, resilient and morally responsible individuals. They are prepared to meet the challenges of a demanding secondary education and continue on the path of lifelong learning. Educational Philosophy: We believe that the process of learning is as important as the result. Town builds on children’s natural curiosity and creativity, helping them discover and celebrate their strengths. In our nurturing and supportive environment, we challenge each student to take risks and persevere. The pr...ogram enables students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality. Faculty and parents collaborate in support of each child’s growth. Town students develop social awareness through age-appropriate service within the school and the community at large. Students exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles as they learn to become involved citizens of the world.

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