VACANCIES
Upper School
Learning Specialist (Part-Time)
Trinity School is seeking a part-time Upper School Learning Specialist interested in joining a developing team that aims to strengthen the services available to our community.
Ideal candidates would have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Special Education, one to three years of teaching experience in the field, and an excellent understanding of tailoring learning plans to students' unique needs.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Understands a variety of learning challenges and instinctively responds to address those concerns by implementing interventions, accommodations, and work plans for students with learning differences.
- Serves as Case Manager by developing and implementing student Accommodation Plans, running follow-up meetings, and tracking progress for respective grade levels.
- Implement core content and executive functioning interventions based on student needs and concerns.
- Works alongside families and teachers to manage student referrals.
- Modifies or reformats tests and/or supplemental materials for students in learning services.
- Collaborates and forms strong relationships with parents, faculty, and administration to guide educational decisions for caseload.
- Provides faculty with resources, strategies, and support to accommodate and modify instruction for students with learning differences.
- Reads and interprets psychological-educational evaluations to provide appropriate accommodations and support for students.
- Organizes, tracks, and proctors accommodations for both subject tests and standardized assessments.
- Provides ongoing assessment and progress monitoring to monitor and evaluate student goals, services, interventions, and accommodations.
- Develops natural and vibrant relationships with various learners, approaching instruction with grace, flexibility, understanding, and empowerment.
- Remains informed of current research and pedagogical practices for students with learning and attention disabilities.
- Is a flexible, collaborative, and driven worker: a team member who is dedicated to supporting the vision and mission of Trinity.
- Values inclusion, equity, and a person-first practice of support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Special Education
- A current Teacher’s License is desired.
- A mature Christian faith and believes that part of their Christian mission is to form, shape, and love struggling students.
- Easily connects with various age groups.
- Has an understanding and strong ability to understand and advocate for struggling learners.
- Has the ability to create a safe and supportive learning environment that helps students feel successful.
To be considered, qualified candidates should attach a cover letter, their resume, and the Trinity application, along with other supporting documents such as college transcripts and certifications.