Middle School Math and Science Teacher

The Gateway Middle School, serving 6th to 8th grade students, seeks candidates for the 2026-2027 school year who are enthusiastic about joining a collaborative teaching team, participating in curriculum development, overseeing the academic and social growth of a group of advisees, and assisting in school life generally. The Science and Math teacher will join our Middle School team as a teacher and homeroom advisor, leading science and math classes. The ideal candidate will be an experienced teacher with a background in Science, Math, Special Education, Elementary Education and/or Secondary Education and a commitment to teaching students with language-based learning disabilities. The Gateway School offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive professional development program. The salary range is $65,000 - $90,000. To apply, please submit in one PDF a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references that includes email and phone contact information. Please submit by email to Posting125@gatewayschool.org and indicate position of interest in the email subject line. The Gateway School is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Special Education or Education required Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education, Secondary Education, Science or Math preferredMinimum of two years of experience teaching students age 8 or olderIndependent school and special education teaching experience preferredEffective classroom management, communication, and organizational skillsExperience implementing multisensory, explicit instructionDemonstrated commitment to, and experience with, diversity, equity, and/or inclusion workEqual Employment Opportunity Statement:It is the policy of The Gateway School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, age, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), marital status, familial or caregiver status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, criminal history, arrest record, veteran or military status (disabled, recently separated and other protected and armed forces services veterans), or any other characteristic protected by law.More About The Gateway School:For over 60 years, The Gateway School has transformed the lives of bright children who experience academic difficulty as a result of language-based learning disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, reading and writing disorders), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), executive function disorder, or auditory processing difficulties. Located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, Gateway enrolls approximately 150 students between the ages of 5-14. In small classes with a low student-to-teacher ratio, faculty and therapists meet students where they are, individualize instruction accordingly, and help them to become skilled, strategic, independent learners, capable of successfully advocating for themselves in their lives beyond Gateway.