Director of Learning Support Service (2026-2027) -The John Carroll School, Bel Air MD

Archdiocese of Baltimore•,

1d•$60,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The John Carroll School seeks a qualified Director of Learning Support Services for full-time employment. The Director will oversee the multiple tiers of learning support services at John Carroll. It is essential to create a safe and optimal learning environment in which student progress is documented, individual student needs are addressed, and effective communication among students, parents, administration, faculty, and staff is maintained. As a representative of The John Carroll School, the employee is expected to support and carry out the school’s Catholic mission.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Special Education or a related field required; terminal degree preferred.
Previous teaching experience with neurodiverse students required.
Must possess a student-centered, strengths-based mindset.
Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to differentiate instruction.
Excellent time management, organizational, and planning skills.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse groups, including students, current and prospective parents, teachers, and administrators.
Ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.
Competency in facilitation and technical skills.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory state and federal background checks, a driving record check, completion of VIRTUS training, and completion of all required employment paperwork.

Nice To Haves

terminal degree preferred

Responsibilities

Effectively collaborate with teachers to implement best practices for students with learning differences, including planning and consultation regarding assignments and assessments.
Support teachers by offering resources, assistance, advice, and training to help meet the needs of all learners.
Evaluate and create Individual Accommodation Plans using data from clinical neuropsychological assessments.
Monitor student accommodations and intervention plans.
Review admission files, collaborate with the admissions team, and meet with new families whose students have been identified as needing support.
Ensure that accommodations and services are implemented in the classroom.
Coordinate the Summer Enrichment Program.
Maintain detailed records of internal and external communication and confidential student documentation.
Facilitate Student Support Meetings for at-risk students.
Coordinate incoming student intake meetings with college counselors to review four-year course schedules and Individual Accommodation Plans.
Partner with local public schools for students who have service plans.
Plan and implement parent education initiatives around instructional programs and student support.
Oversee and support both the Auxiliary and Accommodations Testing Rooms.
Organize and coordinate testing accommodations for students with Individual Accommodation Plans.
Help develop and design professional development opportunities for learning specialists and staff.
Oversee and support the St. Joseph Learning Specialists and the Academic Support Program Coordinator.
Evaluate the individual academic needs of each student referenced in their Individual Accommodation Plan to determine appropriate interventions.
Proactively monitor students’ academic progress and develop academic success plans.
Promote an educational atmosphere that fosters a joy for learning, a growth mindset, and a positive school culture.
Develop strong relationships with students, teachers, administration, and parents, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Participate in faculty, curriculum, and team meetings, school committees, and professional development as needed.
Support the school through attendance at evening and weekend events as necessary, including admissions, athletics, club events, and parent-teacher conferences.
Chaperone a minimum of four extracurricular activities.
Perform assigned supervisory duties, such as advisory.