Learning Specialists (Part-time) – start date 7/1/2023
Sage Hill School
Application
Details
Posted: 17-Mar-23
Location: Newport Coast, California
Type: Part Time
Salary: Prorated-90-120K based on exp.
Salary Details:
Anticipated full-time annual base compensation is $90,000 - $120,000 depending on experience. The part-time position will be prorated based on the anticipated full-time base compensation.
The part-time candidate will work approximately 15-20 hours a week. This is an exempt, year-round position that may be eligible for benefits.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
The Part-time Learning Specialist is responsible for overseeing, supporting and monitoring the success of students with learning differences. The part-time Learning Specialist will collaborate with the full-time Learning Specialist, faculty, grade-level Deans, and guidance counselors to support students with learning differences.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
Implement and regularly update learning plans for all students who qualify for accommodations
Teach study skills, organization, and provide content support to students who have been identified as needing additional support and/or accommodations
Communicate with parents of students who have been identified as needing additional support and/or accommodations
Provide individualized instruction for students with learning differences
Contribute to the maintenance and management documentation on students who receive accommodations
Help oversee the extended testing time for all exams and help teachers and students with regular test retakes
Help to facilitate and supervise the extended testing time for all final exams
Faculty Advisor to a group of students
Chaperone up to two (2) student activities
All other duties as assigned by the Assistant Head of School for Academics
Reasoning ability: Ability to work on confidential issues regularly. Make evaluations and recommendations regarding students. Analytical thinker with the ability to assess situations accurately and act accordingly.
Qualifications
Experience as an independent school teacher and/or administrator preferred
B.A. or B.S. Degree in appropriate field, M.A or M.S. preferred
Ability to work well with teenagers and their parents
Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong conflict resolution and communication skills
Excellent collegiality, professionalism, and organizational ability
Superior oral and written skills and ability to use sound judgement and work independently
Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently within a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
Sage Hill School is an independent high school located in Newport Coast, California offering a bright, motivated and diverse student body a unique journey of discovery. Its academically rigorous, college preparatory curriculum is enriched through its commitment to service learning and enhanced by opportunities for participation in athletics, the arts, and community activities. To learn more, please visit www.sagehillschool.org.
