Elementary School (K-8) Learning Specialist

About the role

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school at the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time educator to work with children who have a range of learning differences. This role begins January 2027. Candidates must have empathy for, and a genuine interest in, developing positive educational experiences for students with learning differences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff members and families to create and implement intervention programs that maximize students’ access to the general education content
• Administer initial screening and diagnostic testing in both reading and mathematics to identify students who could benefit from remedial instruction
• Develop and teach motivating, engaging lessons that are grounded in best practices, and are appropriate to students’ ages, grade levels, and abilities
• Apply and support accommodations to support instruction
• Observe, evaluate, and prepare reports on students’ progress

Requirements

A Master of Education Degree in the field of special education or a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in a school setting is advantageous as the position involves partnering across disciplines and grade levels
• PA instructional certificate or equivalent, if applicable

Benefits

Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits.

Pay

The minimum base salary is $50,000 (10-month contract); credit will be given for years of relevant experience.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a 10-month contract (academic year).