Learning Specialist

Open Position: Learning Specialist

Direct Reports: N/A

Reporting To: Director of the Center for Responsive Learning

FLSA Status: Exempt

When Needed:school year

FT/PT: Parttime (.5 FTE) MF mornings

Onsite or remote: onsite

Pay rate: ranges between $64000 and $138000 annually for a fulltime position (amount will be calculated once position parttime hours are determined) / depends on education and experience

Why St. Thomas School

You thrive in a facepaced environment working alongside others who share your ideals. You are inspired by children and appreciate their joy and energy. You enjoy making an impact and being part of something bigger than yourself. You believe that schools should be among the most innovative places on earth. And you are committed to excellence and professional growth.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1951 and located on the east side of Seattle in Medina Washington STS is a private nonsectarian school for Preschool through Eighth Grade students. Our educational journey is defined by a cognitively engaging program with an emphasis on developing character leadership and a passion for learning and achievement. Our highly regarded curriculum prepared students to excel at future endeavors while honoring the schools long standing core values.

We commit to an inclusive and diverse community in which everyone can say I seek employees who are passionate qualified and offer diverse perspectives. We are particularly interested in the role education and a diverse learning environment play in promoting equity and inclusivity.

We Foster:

• A diverse safe and equitable school environment

• Actions and advocacy that support our Core Virtues

• Cultural competence antibias and social justice

• Intellectually curious and engaged global citizenship

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning Specialist to join our school community. The ideal candidate will have a special education certification experience working with gifted students and be able to provide academic interventions to meet the diverse needs of our student body. In addition the candidate will have experience partnering with gradelevel teams to plan and implement support for students in K8th grade.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to students in preschool through 8th grade setting with identified learning disabilities including but not limited to dyslexia ADHD and executive functioning deficits.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers parents team members and administrators to develop and implement Educational Accommodations Plans (EAPs) that support the academic social and emotional growth of students.

• Help conduct assessments and analyze data to determine appropriate interventions and accommodations.

• Develop and implement academic interventions that address the specific needs of students including but not limited to reading writing math and study skills.

• Work with classroom teachers and other specialists to identify and support gifted students providing appropriate academic challenges and enrichment opportunities.

• Serve as a resource and advocate for families and students to ensure they are receiving appropriate support and services.

• Collaborate with outside service providers including speech and language therapists occupational therapists and psychologists to support students as needed.

Required Education Training & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Special Education or related field required; Masters degree preferred.

• Special Education Certification highly recommended.

• Minimum of 35 years of experience working in a special education or learning support role preferably in an independent school setting.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Experience working with diverse learners and developing and implementing academic interventions at various grade levels.

• Knowledge of uptodate evidence based best practices and strategies related to special education including gifted education

• Strong understanding and experience with multisensory literacy and math instruction

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience successfully managing multiple projects at one time

• Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders including students families teachers and administrators.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program

• Ability to work outside in all weather

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Some travel may be required (field trips)

Robust STS Benefits Plan Includes:

• STS pays 100% of Employee MedicalInsurance premiums

• STS makes annual contributions to Employee Health Savings Account

• STS pays 100% of Employee Dental& Vision Insurance

• STS paid LongTerm Disability& Life Insurance

• STS contributes up to 10% of salary to Employee 403(b) to Retirement Savings Account

• STS Offices are closed during Winter Wellness Days (Dec 25 to Jan 1)

• Competitive PTO and paid vacation

• SAGE Dining provided lunches while school is in session

• Robust Professional Development Opportunities

• Dependent Care Spending AccountAvailable

If this sounds like you wed like to hear from you. Please click on Apply Now on our careers website and complete our online employment application. Then upload your rsum and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in and qualified for this position.

open until filled.

No phone calls or dropins please.

Thank you for your interest in St. Thomas School and this position.

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.