Learning Specialist in Reading and Writing

Learning Specialist in Reading and Writing

Salary

$50.00 Hourly

Location

Manhattan University, Riverdale NY

Job Type

Staff Part-Time

Department

Center for Academic Success

Opening Date

08/26/2026

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About the University:

Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or Riverdale, close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as Van Cortlandt Park, and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 2,900 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.

Position Description

The part-time Learning Specialist in Reading and Writing, under the supervision of the Director

of the Center for Academic Success (CAS), supports student learning by providing professional

academic support and intervention services, writing consultation, English language support, and

focused assistance in college-level reading and executive functioning skills to students at all

grade levels at Manhattan University.

Job Responsibilities

• Tutorial and Instructional Services in Reading and Writing and English Language Learning: Conduct one-on-one academic success planning and professional tutorial sessions with diverse populations of students from varying curricular backgrounds.
• Executive Functioning Support: Provide individualized coaching and instruction to help students develop executive functioning skills, including time management, organization, planning, prioritization, task initiation, self-monitoring, and study strategies, to support their academic success and independence.
• Intervention and Assessment: Assess student learning needs in order to develop and implement individualized educational plans, teach college success strategies, and track student progress.
• Organization: Maintain accurate records of students served, their progress, and create and disseminate comprehensive reports to and for appropriate campus constituents.
• Communication: Communicate efficiently and effectively with various departmental and campus stakeholders regarding students' learning needs and progress.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education, English, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Candidate must have knowledge of reading and writing pedagogy.
• Candidate must have experience teaching college students.
• Candidate must have experience working with English Language Learners.
• Candidate must be able to work efficiently with diverse populations of college students.
• Strong organization, time management, and follow-through skills are required.

Supplemental Information

• 24-28 hours/week

Manhattan University is an E-Verify employer.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Employer Manhattan University

Address 4513 Manhattan College Pkwy

Riverdale, New York, 10471