Language Fundamentals Teacher

About the role

The New Community School is hiring a Language Fundamentals Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This role empowers bright, talented students in grades 5-12 who are challenged by dyslexia and related language-based learning differences. The teacher will guide students in developing a knowledge base of the structure of the English language and strategies for applying effective learning skills to increasingly difficult reading and writing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, including syllable patterns, morphology, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, spelling, and writing skills in a small group or individual setting.
• Administer and/or interpret language skill and psychological testing.
• Develop and implement individualized instructional plans for each student.
• Use a diagnostic/prescriptive approach for planning and delivering instruction to remediate basic language skills.
• Utilize Orton-Gillingham (structured, systematic, and multi-sensory) techniques and strategies.
• Facilitate ongoing communication with parents regarding student progress, including written reports and parent conferences in accordance with the school calendar.
• Communicate with academic teachers concerning appropriate academic accommodations and learning styles of students.
• Serve as the faculty advisor to 2-4 students.
• Facilitate and participate in student life activities.
• Participate in the school’s extensive pre-service/in-service training and mentoring programs.
• Perform other supervisory duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong interest in working closely with students to improve their language, reading, and writing skills.
• Master’s degree as a Reading Specialist, in Learning Disabilities, in Special Education, and/or certification in multisensory instruction (e.g., AOGPE) is preferred.
• Strong interest in learning disabilities, exploring varied instructional strategies, and working with students who have struggled in previous school placements.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, and the broader community.
• Strong desire and willingness to grow professionally and work as part of a team.

About The New Community School

The New Community School empowers bright, talented students in grades 5-12 who are challenged by dyslexia and related language-based learning differences. The innovative and research-based college preparatory curriculum uses a customized educational approach to build skills in language and math and to foster academic and personal strengths—igniting the passions and gifts of unique minds.