What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher and Learning Support Specialist position at Kohelet Yeshiva?
Kohelet Yeshiva High School, a private Modern Orthodox Jewish High School in Lower Merion, PA, seeks a full-time Special Education Teacher and Learning Support Specialist. The position is for the 2025-2026 School Year and begins on July 1, 2025.
Candidates should be able to teach high school classes as well as work with students with a wide range of learning differences in small groups or individually. We are looking for a reflective candidate who is passionate about teaching and who enjoys working in an environment that promotes continuing professional learning.
Desired skills and experience include:
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A degree in special education, education, or a related field.
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Experience working with students with various learning differences.
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Experience working directly with students on reading, writing or math support.
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Ability to teach a class in English or humanities that focuses on the cultivation of reading, writing, and analytical skills; or a foundations of math class.
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Ability to provide academic support in at least two of the following subjects: English, history, math, and science.
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Ability to support student development in executive functioning skills to promote success in a rigorous academic environment with a dual curriculum in General and Judaic Studies.
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Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to differentiate support for students with a variety of strengths and skill levels.
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Comfort with educational technology, including computers and learning management systems including Google Classroom and Google Suite tools.
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Ability to assist classroom teachers in implementing recommendations in students’ learning plans.
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Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Kohelet Yeshiva is a mission-driven religious educational institution. For more information about Kohelet Yeshiva, please visit the school’s website, https://www.koheletyeshiva.org/. To apply please send a letter of interest and resume to Dr. Jeremy Sullivan, Associate Principal, jsullivan@koheletyeshiva.org.
