Elementary Learning Specialist — Special Education, Promise Academy II

Job overview

The Elementary Learning Specialist role is onsite at Promise Academy II Elementary in New York, NY, with an annual salary range of $71,000 to $145,000. Harlem Children’s Zone works to break intergenerational poverty and support children, families, and communities through a cradle-to-career pathway. The specialist provides individualized, inclusive instruction and develops learning plans aligned with students’ IEPs. The role supports academic, social, emotional, and physical needs through differentiated teaching, progress monitoring, and collaboration with families and school colleagues.

What you'll do

• Provide instruction through SETSS or ICT models
• develop and implement learning plans aligned with IEPs
• collaborate with general education teachers
• monitor and document student progress
• create differentiated lessons
• partner with families and school colleagues
• maintain high expectations for learning and development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

elementary learning specialist

special education teacher

promise academy ii

setss

ict

ieps

differentiated instruction

new york ny

harlem children's zone

$71k–$145k/year

certified teacher sign-on bonus

403(b)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• no-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $6,000 sign-on bonus for certified teachers
• up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b)
• annual and performance-based bonuses
• laptop and professional development.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree, valid New York State teaching certification for students with disabilities, at least two years of urban teaching experience, and at least one year of SETSS or ICT experience. Master’s degree preferred.

About the employer

Harlem Children's Zone is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.