The Browning School

New York, NY

The Browning School is a K-12 boys school located on East 62nd Street (Lower and Middle Schools) and East 64th Street (Upper School) in midtown Manhattan, New York. Founded by scholar and teacher John A. Browning, The Browning School has been a leader in fostering the intellectual and personal growth of boys and young men since 1888. Serving roughly 470 students in kindergarten through grade 12, Browning strives to combine the best of a traditional prep school environment and curriculum with imaginative teaching and a strong value system – all in a single-sex setting.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Browning is searching for a part-time Middle School Math/Science Learning Support Specialist for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position will begin onAugust 31, 2026 and end on January 15, 2027, with a daily work schedule of 1:30-3:30pm. The expected salary range for this position is $14,000-17,000, commensurate with experience--an exact offer reflects a candidate’s relevant experience, skill level, and the responsibilities of the role. A bachelor’s degree or considerable experience in the role is required, while an advanced degree in a related field is preferred. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

The part-time Middle School Math/Science Learning Support Specialist will support our diverse population of students in Grades 6 to 8 to navigate our academically challenging curriculum. Reporting to the Middle School Learning Specialist and working closely with the Middle School Student Support Team to serve students in partnership with faculty and families in our school community, with an emphasis on low-performing students, students with learning differences, and students who have yet to develop a full complement of organizational and study skills. Among other things, they are tasked with:

1. Supporting students 1:1 and in small group settings in all core content areas based on learning differences and needs, with a particular focus on math and science support. 
2. Providing math and science classroom teaching support based on program needs. 
3. Coordinating and proctoring testing in coordination with faculty, communicating and collaborating with faculty around appropriate accommodations and learning needs.
4. Communicating with teachers, families, and outside professionals regarding the performance and needs of students; maintaining documentation based on school protocols
5. Teaching study skills, organizational skills, and executive functioning lessons to groups of Middle School students. 
6. Creating, adapting, and organizing supplemental instructional materials to support students requiring accommodation.  
7. Heartily contributing to the school community.

Key Competencies

In general, successful members of the Browning faculty are: 

• Champions of boys -- They believe in and love the expansive potential in boys. 
• Relationship-oriented -- They actively build meaningful relationships with students and families.
• Purpose-driven -- They are inquiry-minded, curious and resourceful in finding solutions and growth opportunities.
• Dignity-seeking -- They seek to address students as individuals and engage in the deep work of spreading dignity in the classroom and school community.
• Can-do collaborators -- They seek collaboration and listen deeply to others, and they believe that a can-do attitude allows a team to accomplish more.

A successful Middle School Math/Science Learning Support Specialist will possess most or all of the following:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education, mathematics, science or a related field
• Strong background in math and science content knowledge, with experience teaching or tutoring up to at least Algebra I
• Versatility and flexibility both within and outside of the classroom, with proven experience of helping middle school aged boys access content, develop executive functioning skills, embrace failure, work collaboratively, and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to create a warm and productive learning environment for all students
• Understanding and appreciation of teaching students from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to proactively collaborate with students, faculty, and parents 
• Refined writing and organizational skills
• Familiarity with Math in Focus, Pearson Algebra 1, NGSS Science Standard, and MAP testing highly preferred
• Experience working as a learning specialist or teaching experience in a special education setting highly preferred

Those interested in the position should address their résumé and cover letter to Caitlin Pidcock, Middle School Learning Specialist, and submit their application via this link.