Lower School Learning Specialist (Long-term substitute) at Columbus Academy

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition DescriptionColumbus Academy seeks candidates for a possible opening as a full-time Lower School Learning Specialist.The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:Work in collaboration with other members of the Student Support Team and the lower school faculty to identify student learning needs and develop appropriate interventions and support plansCollaborate with classroom teachers to meet students’ learning needs Provide expertise in developing strategies with faculty to implement in the classroom to support student learningProvide direct instruction to students identified with learning disabilities and/or significant executive function challenges in the resource room and in regular classroom settingsProvide advocacy and accommodations for students with documented learning disabilities Write, update and implement individual student accommodation plansUse available technology to enhance the students’ learning experiencesMaintain effective record-keeping proceduresCommunicate with classroom teachers regarding student progressDemonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growthProvide periodic updates to parents about student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferencesWork collaboratively and build relationships with students and facultyAttend and participate in weekly faculty meetingsAssume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all lower school faculty membersHold students accountable for the school’s standards of behaviorWork with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-beingAssume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all lower school faculty membersQualificationsPreferred candidates will possess the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education field preferredLicensure as an intervention specialist preferredThree or more years of teaching experience as a learning or intervention specialistTraining and or credentialing in the Orton Gillingham approach Experience and training in working with students with learning disabilities and executive function challengesKnowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the elementary levelAbility to teach a full range of elementary school subjects and differentiate instructionExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneouslyStrong organizational skillsPhysical ConditionsCandidates must be able to manage the following conditions: An office environment within an academic settingMobility around school buildings and on different floorsRepetitive motion (use of a keyboard)Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc. A non-smoking campus