Description
Job Title: Teacher Orton-Gillingham Specialist
School Year: 2026–2027
Job Responsibilities
The Teacher Orton-Gillingham Specialist reports to the Principal and provides specialized, structured literacy instruction using Orton-Gillingham principles and practices.
- Plan and deliver individualized and small-group structured literacy instruction.
- Apply Orton-Gillingham methodology and multisensory instructional strategies to support students with language-based learning needs.
- Develop and adapt lessons based on student needs, learning profiles, and progress.
- Monitor, assess, and document student progress and maintain accurate records.
- Implement student IEP goals, accommodations, and instructional recommendations.
- Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and administrators to support student learning.
- Communicate with parents and participate in IEP meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and other school activities as required.
- Maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment.
- Support the mission, philosophy, policies, and educational goals of The Newgrange School.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Administration.
Requirements
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Valid New Jersey instructional certificate or Statement of Eligibility appropriate to the position.
- Orton-Gillingham training and/or certification from a recognized Orton-Gillingham organization preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with structured literacy and multisensory instructional practices.
- Experience working with students with dyslexia and/or language-based learning differences preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- NJDOE-required fingerprinting and criminal history clearance.
- Other qualifications as determined appropriate by the Principal and/or Executive Director.