Middle and Upper School Learning Specialist

Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Middle and Upper School Learning Specialist. The Middle and Upper School Learning Specialist is an integral member of the student support team and will collaborate with various constituents within the community in order to develop interventions and outcomes-driven student support plans while also contributing toward the design of exceptional curriculum and implementation of best-teaching practices. The ideal Learning Specialist will have a passion for teaching and learning, a proven track record of meeting the needs of a diverse set of learners, enthusiasm for working with adolescents and their families and an understanding of the discretion that this type of work compels familiarity with digital learning platforms, and flexibility.  This position may include both remote and in person work.    This is an appointment for the 2021-2022 school year.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with students to provide support in large or small groups, as well as individually.
• Create and oversee the execution of student learning and accommodation plans with input from teachers as well as outside service professionals, including summarizing neuropsychological evaluations.
• Develop and teach differentiated curricula designed to reinforce student learning and explicit skill development across a variety of content areas.
• Collaborate with teachers in designing curricula, classroom interventions, and assessments and regularly track student progress.
• Work in conjunction with all members of the student support team, including deans, division heads, psychologists, and school nurses, in ensuring student support and helping to ease transitions.
• Maintain Learning Center office hours for student drop-ins, including after-school hours.
• Prepare and curate workshops, special presentations, and resources for colleagues and families throughout the year.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students, faculty, and outside service providers.
• Attend community events throughout the school year and participate in extracurricular activities with the students, as a part of the country day school model.

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Assume role as an advisor for a group of students (approximately 7).
• Advise a club or activity and supervise periodic study hall.
• Demonstrate energetic commitment to professional development.
• Attend and contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to departmental, committee, divisional and grade-level meetings.
• Accompany students on occasional curricular trips.