Learning Specialist: Literacy & Math Interventions (Gr 3-4)

Prizmah; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernard Zell is seeking a Learning Specialist to provide literacy, math and executive functioning instruction for 3rd and 4th graders, grounded in best practices and standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to differentiate instruction, implement accommodations, and use data-driven decisions.

The specialist will use evidence-based interventions such as Wilson Fundations or Wilson Reading System, coordinating with Student Services and families to support diverse learners across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field required.
• Graduate degree preferred.
• Experience with multisensory literacy programs is expected.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and families is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and support daily literacy and math instruction for 3rd and 4th grade.
• Use evidence-based interventions and multisensory techniques.
• Collaborate with Student Services and teachers to differentiate instruction.
• Plan accommodations and adaptations of the general curriculum.
• Lead staff in best practices for literacy and math pedagogy.
• Communicate with families to support student progress.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration with teachers

Multisensory instruction

Wilson Fundations

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Bernard Zell is seeking a Learning Specialist to provide literacy, math and executive functioning instruction for 3rd and 4th graders, grounded in best practices and standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to differentiate instruction, implement accommodations, and use data-driven decisions.

The specialist will use evidence-based interventions such as Wilson Fundations or Wilson Reading System, coordinating with Student Services and families to support diverse learners across