Middle School Leave Replacement, Learning Specialist

Basking Ridge, NJ

The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century. Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,100 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at pingry.org or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.

Position Summary
The Pingry School seeks a dedicated Learning Specialist to support our Middle School. This role is covering as a Leave Replacement from the start of school through April 15, 2026. Reporting to the Academic Support Manager and collaborating with the Counseling and Academic Support Team (CAST), the Middle School Learning Specialist will provide support for identified students. The Learning Specialist will be student-facing, facilitating small group and one-on-one sessions, and will oversee the Conference Period (CP) study hall. The ideal candidate will have an insightful understanding of effective teaching methods for different learning styles and aptitudes, excellent listening and observational skills, a background in teaching executive functioning skills, as well as an empathic mindset.  A person with consistently high standards, the candidate of choice seeks growth and learning every day, both personally and professionally, and inspires others to do the same through optimism, flexibility, and teamwork. 

Please note the following important dates:

New Employee Orientation: August 18–20, 2025
Opening Meetings: August 21–26, 2025
First Day of Classes: August 28, 2025

Responsibilities 

  • Providing 1:1 and small group instruction for Middle School students to support their approach to learning, their development of effective learning habits and strategies as well as their executive functioning. Facilitating Conference Period study hall with Middle School students needing support and structure.
  • Collaborating with the Academic Support Manager to review evaluations and create Official Accommodations Plans as appropriate.
  • Supporting teachers in understanding and supporting students' learning profiles and needs, including any academic accommodations based on the student’s Official Accommodation Plan.
  • Collaborating with and supporting Middle School faculty by offering resources, assistance, advice, and training, thus enabling them to best meet the needs of all learners.
  • Assuming an active role in student support team meetings and regularly reporting on student achievement and progress.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of accommodations and recommended strategies.
  • Meeting with individual parents/guardians, as necessary, to discuss their student’s progress..
  • Providing parents/guardians with guidance and referrals as needed for academic support and learning assessments. Maintaining student records relating to learning support.Bringing a compassionate and holistic approach to collaborating with students, families, providers, and colleagues to support the education of all types of learners. 
  • Interpreting evaluations, writing learning profiles, and overseeing the implementation of recommendations and accommodations for students with a documented learning difference. 
  • Assist with planning and parent/student communication for CTP testing for students with an accommodation plan.

Qualifications

  • A master's degree specific to the field of education or special education is required. 
  • Experience in a small group or one-on-one executive functioning skill instruction. required, such as direct experience as a Learning Specialist or Special Education Teacher
  • Minimum of 1 to 3 years of related experience working with students with diverse learning needs.
  • Experience with and enthusiasm for working with Middle School students and understanding of their developmental milestones.
  • Dedication to supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students 
  • Robust interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Dedication to partnering collaboratively with a team of talented employees
  • Comfortable with incorporating the latest technology into your workflow, including  Schoology and Zoom
  • Skilled in navigating the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, etc.)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience creating, supporting, and sustaining a culture of access and equity in a school environment.
  • In addition to honor and character, commitment to intellectual engagement, and appreciation for stewardship and sustainability, especially important is the candidate’s ease with diverse constituencies and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive school community.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at https://www.pingry.org/careers.

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $110,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and education. 

Pingry offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plans with employer matching; life and disability insurance; tuition remission for employees' children; and access to wellness and professional development resources.

A full list of benefits is available at www.pingry.org/careers.

The Pingry School aspires to be an anti-racist community and is committed to the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Pingry is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Pingry School's employment policy is that individuals will receive equal opportunity in all matters pertaining to recruitment, employment, salary, promotion, and assignment, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or other basis proscribed by federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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