The Miquon School, a Progressive, non-sectarian independent school serving grades Nursery through 6, is seeking a Learning Specialist to work with our students in the 2026-27 school year. The salary will be commensurate with experience and the position reports to the Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning. 

The Learning Specialist works with the Child Guidance Team and teachers to support the intellectual and social/emotional development of children as individuals and members of a community, with a focus on designing and differentiating curricula for children requiring additional help in math and literacy. This person will be a key member of the school’s Child Guidance Team. We are a community that is diverse along ethnic, economic, and religious lines and we seek applicants who represent and broaden that diversity. 

This role is a 10-month position. 

Responsibilities May Include: 

• Supporting students with academic needs primarily in the area of literacy and math by designing and implementing one-on-one and small group sessions, and push-in support as appropriate 
• Collaborating with CGT and teachers to develop student learning plans, accommodations, and differentiated instruction and curriculum 
• Screening children for learning and developmental differences or interpret outside assessments 
• Collaborating and partnering with teachers to communicate student needs and progress; recommend outside testing, tutoring, or other indicated special services
• Overseeing the school’s learning support program, including tracking student progress, and collaborating with teachers and families to keep them updated.
• Attending staff meetings, grade level team teacher meetings, and family meetings to discuss individual student progress and coaching for professional development in working with students with learning differences 
• Managing and organizing all materials required for the program
•  Incorporating social-emotional learning and diversity, equity, and inclusion into working with students 
• Participating in school-wide duties as assigned 
• Ensuring students are joyfully and safely engaged in classroom activities and outdoor play 
• Engaging in professional development as needed 

Requirements 

• Experience working with elementary-age children in a related role or work
• Experience with a variety of academic interventions 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Able to supervise students effectively and interact collaboratively with parents, teachers, and school administrators 
• Preferred: an individual with experience in special or general education (including former lead teachers interested in an ed specialist role), or a current graduate student seeking an advanced degree in general and/or special education, with demonstrated experience supporting students with learning differences 

About Miquon 

Founded in 1932 in a tradition of Progressive education that is strongly upheld today, Miquon is an independent, coeducational elementary school just outside of Philadelphia for children in Nursery (age 3) through the 6th grade. The school enrolls approximately 150 students in nine mixed-age groups, typically 18-22 children in size. Each classroom has two teachers who are responsible for providing instruction for their group together. 

Miquon is dedicated to honoring childhood, using innovative student-centered teaching practices, and developing children's knowledge of and appreciation for the environment. Time spent outdoors on our nearly 11-acre campus including woods, fields, and a creek 

is an integral part of every child’s Miquon experience. We value independent thinking, varied individual and collaborative approaches to learning, authentic assessment methods, and creative, child-focused approaches to curriculum development. 

The Miquon School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation in the employment of staff, admission of students, granting of financial aid, or the administration of school policies.

Application Procedure 

Please send your resume and a cover letter to to resumes@miquon.org. Please address your skills, experience working with children with learning differences, and your understanding of Progressive education. Resumes will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Experience working with elementary-age children in a related role or work

Experience with a variety of academic interventions

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal 

About The Miquon School

The Miquon School is a small progressive elementary school for children in Nursery (age 3) through 6th Grade. We are located on 10+ wooded acres in a valley just outside of Philadelphia. Founded in 1932, we remain dedicated to preserving childhood, using innovative student-centered teaching practices, and developing children's knowledge of and appreciation for the environment. The Miquon School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or sexual orientation in the employment of staff, admission of students, granting of financial aid, or the administration of school policies. We are a community that is diverse along ethnic, economic, and religious lines and actively seek staff members who represent and broaden that diversity.

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