Pre-K Learning Specialist (Special Education Teacher)

Why Harlem Gems Pre-K?

At Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ), our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the Pre-Kindergarten school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Harlem Gems prepares our youngest scholars to succeed by delivering exceptional education and building a strong academic foundation – empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.

Harlem Gems is the final step in our early childhood pipeline. A top-notch, year-round, full-day pre-kindergarten program, Gems works with 160 children across two sites to ensure that each and everyone enters kindergarten school-ready. Gems staff encourage strong family involvement, engaging parents and caregivers in classroom activities, and creating consistency between home and school.

We’re seeking a certified Pre-K Special Education Teacher (“Learning Specialist”) who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• Valid NYS Teaching Certification for Students with Disabilities (Birth-2nd or All Grades)
• Minimum of 2 years of ear