Classroom Teacher (Literature/Writing/History) - New York City Campus

The Winston Preparatory School Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Winston Preparatory School Inc recherche un enseignant de classe pour le campus de New York, dédié à soutenir les élèves ayant des besoins éducatifs particuliers. Ce poste implique l'engagement envers le développement social et émotionnel des étudiants, en utilisant des stratégies pédagogiques innovantes pour favoriser leur aprendizaje. Les candidats doivent avoir une formation en littérature, écriture ou histoire, et démontrer un excellent échange avec les élèves et les familles.

Qualifications

• Diplôme de Bachelor ou de Master souhaité.
• Connaissance du littérature, écriture et histoire.
• Expérience en éducation spécialisée appréciée mais pas requise.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien pédagogique direct dans des environnements de classe et 1:1.
• Élaborer et appliquer des programmes d'éducation individualisés.
• Collaborer avec les équipes pour documenter les progrès des élèves.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Google Meet

Google Classroom

Job description

Classroom Teacher (Literature/Writing/History) - New York City Campus

Winston Preparatory School is looking for candidates interested in making a difference in education. Educators with a science background and those willing to learn about cognition and social-emotional development are welcome to join our team of professionals dedicated to assessing, understanding, and developing student skills.

This position is on-site and for the 2025-2026 school year. Winston Preparatory School is a co-ed private day school for 3-12th-grade students with learning differences such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disabilities, expressive or receptive language disorders, and executive functioning difficulties. Our mission is to facilitate the independence of students with learning difficulties through assessment-driven individualized education, research, and outreach. To learn more about what we do, visit www.winstonprep.edu .

Role Responsibilities

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Provide direct and indirect instructional support in a 1:1 and/or small class setting

Employ special educational strategies and techniques during class instruction to improve skills including comprehension, abstract reasoning, executive function, and written language

Instruct students using a variety of techniques including multi-sensory strategies to generalize skills and to meet students’ varying needs and interests

Teach students in classroom and 1:1 settings

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and practice that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students

Communicate with parents to discuss their children’s progress and to determine priorities for their children and their individualized educational needs

Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and other outside professionals to develop individualized education programs (IEPs) designed to promote students’ educational, physical, and social/emotional development

Establish and implement clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects

Collaborate with students’ teams and document weekly updates to families and teaching team including observations in both academic and social-emotional realms

Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and/or Master's preferred (educational background not required)

Literature, writing and history background preferred

Special Education experience welcome, yet not required- inquisitive thinkers welcome

Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

Highly professional, creative thinker who is flexible and works well within a team environment

Proficiency in Google Workspace, Meet, and Classroom

Interested applicants should

Be flexible and open to feedback

Demonstrate a collaborative and supportive mindset

Support students in social-emotional development and awareness-building

Be willing to work extended hours as determined by school events, meetings, and activities as warranted

We are proud of our diverse student body and are actively seeking candidates who reflect the diversity of our school's community. The annual salary range for this position is $45,000 - $72,000, commensurate with education and experience. This position requires the successful candidate to work in person and on campus in New York City (Campus Location- 126 W 17th St, New York, NY 10011).

Winston Preparatory School is a leading school for students with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, executive functioning difficulties (ADHD), and non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD).

WPS does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin. The Winston Preparatory School provides programs and services and equal opportunity in the administration of its educational and admissions policies, financial aid programs, employment, and the selection of its governing board without regard to gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, or any status recognized by federal, state and local civil rights and non-discrimination laws.