Substitute Learning Specialist

Overview

Curtis is seeking a Substitute Learning Specialist to begin immediately and provide short-term instructional coverage. This role is essential in maintaining continuity of learning and supporting our team-oriented, inclusive, and professional learning community. Curtis School is a DK-6 co-ed elementary school whose mission is to "develop, in every child, a sound mind in a sound body, governed by a compassionate heart." We place an equal emphasis on academic, physical, social-emotional, and character education and instill a growth mindset modeled by faculty and staff who are the best in their craft.

The Learning Specialist will be responsible for helping students with learning differences cultivate effective strategies and implementing interventions that promote academic development. Under the supervision of the Director of Educational Support, the successful candidate will work collaboratively with other members of the Learning Support Services Team and all grade-level teachers to facilitate an engaging curriculum that fulfills Curtis's mission and values. The candidate must have an insightful understanding of effective teaching methods for different learning needs, excellent listening, observational, and time-management skills, and an empathetic mindset. A collegial personality and openness to feedback are essential traits, as is a love of working with primary school-aged children.

Curtis School is fully committed to a diverse faculty and student body. The candidate should possess an abundance of respect and sensitivity around racial, ethnic, socio-economic, and all differences.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Providing academic support to students through one-on-one, small group, and push-in instruction
• Providing assistance, resources, and advice to support classroom faculty in meeting the needs of all learners, with special focus on early childhood students
• Facilitating communication between and among the student, family, teachers, administrators, and other educational professionals
• Proctoring standardized testing for students with testing accommodations
• Attending twice-yearly parent-teacher conferences and completing narrative reports for students on caseload
• Attending faculty workshop days, relevant all-school events, and all mandatory professional development

Qualifications

Salary

The salary for this long-term substitute position is based on Curtis School's faculty salary bands, which are set according to years of relevant experience. The equivalent annualized range is $60,000 to $105,000, and compensation will be prorated for the duration of the assignment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Curtis School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or marital status, or any other legally protected status in its employment practices.

Application Procedures

Apply at www.curtisschool.org

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