Learning Specialist

The Center for Learning supports students with neuropsychological evaluations in the Upper School division of Worcester Academy. It provides the implementation of effective strategies to support students with executive functioning and study skills as well as problem-solving, time management and self-advocacy. The CFL is seeking a Learning Specialist who will work with students to address their learning needs, including limited content support in Math when necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY OBJECTIVES

• Provide academic support one-to-one for students with documented learning disabilities in grades 9 through post-graduate.
• Collaborate with the Director of CFL and classroom teachers to develop plans to implement recommendations identified in students’ neuropsychological evaluations.
• Manage appropriate school-based accommodations.
• Provide information to help teachers understand learning issues.
• Work with students, their teachers, and their families to develop support plans for both school and at home.
• Teach students strategies for executive functioning skills, writing, reading comprehension, active reading strategies, and technologies that support the reading and writing process. Provide support in problem-solving, calculation, and other math-related strategies when necessary.
• Collaboration with the Director in writing educational profiles based on neuropsychological evaluations.
• Work with CFL team to develop and deliver professional development both within the Worcester Academy community and outside of the school.
• Members of the CFL are faculty members and will serve as advisors, support our co-curriculars and earn at least 4 activities points, and serve on rotating weekend duty teams for residential life.
• Other duties as assigned by Director.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in learning support.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with students, teachers, and families.

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Learning Disabilities, or related field.
• Experience working with students with learning disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge of learning strategies and technologies to support students with learning disabilities.