Upper School Learning Specialist
Estimated Pay | $19 per hour |
---|---|
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Columbus, Ohio |
Compare Pay
Estimated Pay$13.71
$18.51
$56.81
About this job
Job Description
Upper School Learning Specialist
The School: Founded in 1911, Columbus Academy is a coeducational college preparatory day school of over 1,100 students age 3 through grade 12 located on a 231-acre campus in Gahanna, Ohio. Student programs are organized into three divisions: Lower School (age 3-grade 5), Middle School (grades 6-8) and Upper School (grades 9-12). The school offers a vigorous academic program as part of its mission to educate the whole child – mind, body and character. Columbus Academy faculty and staff members are expected to be continuous learners in their fields, to engage in caring and cooperative partnerships with colleagues and parents, to have a demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and to help students reach their full potential.
The Position: Columbus Academy seeks a full-time Learning Specialist to support students in grades 9-12 to begin in August 2024.
Qualifications (preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree in education field preferred
3+ years of teaching experience as a learning or reading specialist
Experience and training in teaching higher-level literacy and writing skills
Experience and training in working with students with learning disabilities and executive function challenges
Additional proficiency in math and/or science subjects a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Strong organizational skills
Position Expectations (the individual selected to this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities):
Provide supportive instruction to students in both individual and small-group settings
Design individualized daily lesson plans driven by course content
Develop and implement instructional strategies to improve academic literacy
Set individual student goals based on student assessment, classroom performance and formal evaluation
Perform executive function analysis and instruction
Encourage, over time, student academic independence and self-advocacy
Foster literacy acquisition and development through a variety of strategies
Perform educational needs assessment
Assist with academic planning and educational organization
Provide expertise in developing strategies with faculty to implement in the classroom to support student learning
Partner with other support service providers to deliver a unified support program
Use available technology to enhance the students’ learning experiences
Maintain effective record-keeping procedures (student narratives, comments, written goals)
Communicate with teachers and parents regarding student progress
Work collaboratively and build relationships with students and faculty of various departments
Attend and participate in weekly faculty meetings
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth
Assume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all upper school faculty members
Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior
Assume student advisory responsibilities following 1-2 years of tenure
Physical Conditions (candidates must be able to manage the following conditions):
An office environment within an academic setting
Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
Repetitive motion (use of a computer keyboard)
Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
A non-smoking environment
Legal Requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.
To Apply: Interested candidates should apply online at columbusacademy.org/apply.
Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.