Middle School Learning Specialist: Long Term Substitute

Middle School Learning Specialist : Long Term Substitute

Episcopal Academy is looking to hire a Middle School Learning Specialist as a long term sub beginning in Decemeber 2024.

The Learning Specialist is a key member of the division's student support team, providing well-designed, caring, and thoughtful learning support for students needing assistance as they navigate EA's rigorous academic program.

This includes manages testing reports, oversees student learning plans, accommodations and support, while also managing a caseload of about 20-30 students.

About You

Successful candidates for this position will :

• Have a track record of helping students develop learning skills that allow them to succeed in a challenging academic program.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of cognition, learning, and intervention approaches.
• Have a deep understanding of the educational testing process and the ability to interpret psychoeducational evaluations and reports.
• Have experience with a wide range of pedagogies, strategies, and systems that can help middle school students succeed.
• Be collaborative in nature, seeking ways to partner with teachers, families, and others to support student learning and growth.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a positive and proactive communication style.
• Support classroom teachers in differentiating instruction.
• Have the expertise and experience to develop and implement occasional workshops related to academic support that can help both students and teachers grow.

About Us :

A school of over 1300 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, of which 30% identify as students of color, Episcopal takes a holistic approach to educating all students in mind, body, and spirit.

Grounded in The Stripes , our curriculum is designed to enable students to lead lives of purpose, faith, and integrity. Further supporting that mission is our commitment to building an inclusive community, articulated in our 11 Commitments .

While each employee at Episcopal brings a unique set of competencies and skills to their work, we believe all employees should :

• Be student-centered, embrace school life and show it through actions and interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Embody and live The Stripes.
• Consistently maintain high standards for their own work and motivates others to achieve the same standard of excellence.
• Demonstrate a desire and willingness to constantly grow and learn, both personally and professionally, and sees others - especially students - as having the ability to learn and reach success.
• Foster a positive culture by being optimistic, selfless, flexible, and collaborative.
• Demonstrate a belief in and commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.

Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.