La Scuola International School
education
LearningSpecialist(GradesK8)
“Learning Specialist (Grades K - 8) at La Scuola International School. Skills: Address reading, math, and/or writing skills based on information from teachers and/or testing., Address learning strategies, study skills, developmental issues, executive function systems, social and emotional wellness, and other identified problem areas., Convey to teachers and parents pertinent educational recommendations made in the psycho-educational reports of individual students., Serve as a liaison between pare”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure we are meeting each student’s individual needs.
Industry & Context.
Demonstrated leadership, program development, and problem-solving skills.
pass both Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance, physical exam, provide a recent copy of a negative TB test and other immunization records.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master’s degree in Special Education, Learning Disabilities, Reading & Literacy, School Psychology, or a related field., Certification in Educational Therapy, Special Education, or equivalent advanced training in learning differences (including ADHD and emotional disorders) required., working knowledge of the IEP, 504, and ISP processes.
Nice to Have
4–7 years of relevant independent or charter school experience preferred., Training in structured literacy programs such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, or Lindamood-Bell preferred., Fluency in Spanish and English preferred.
What You'll Do.
or in small groups with students who have diagnosed learning differences or other diagnoses that impact achievement.
and/or writing skills based on information from teachers and/or testing.
Develop and/or implement specific curriculum
digital tools and games
or other aids to help assigned students learn classroom material in alternate forms.
Address learning strategies
executive function systems
social and emotional wellness
and other identified problem areas.
Convey to teachers and parents pertinent educational recommendations made in the psycho-educational reports of individual students.
Serve as a liaison between parents
external service providers
Create and maintain Student Success Plans for students with learning diagnoses
outlining accommodations and support plans.
Work with teachers to support the implementation of the success plans in a variety of contexts.
Fully embrace and embody La Scuola’s mission
and values and promote. them to students
and members of the outside community.
Be part of the orientation of new and returning parents before the start of the school year to emphasize the responsibilities of parents
constructive and professional relationships with students
Counsel students and their families through social challenges as referred by faculty
with the collaboration and support of the Division Head.
Communicate regularly with families and develop a supportive home-school relationship.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborating closely with teachers, educational specialists, pedagogical leadership and administrative team members who work closely with linguists to ensure we are meeting each student’s individual needs.; Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and outside service providers (e.g., speech and language, occupational therapy).; Commitment to collaboration
Communication Scope
Proactive and professional communication with families and school leadership.; Communicate regularly with families and develop a supportive home-school relationship.
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