Middle School Learning Specialist

University Preparatory Academy•Seattle, WA

20h•$66,723 - $121,310

About The Position

University Prep (UPrep) is seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate Learning Specialist for our Middle School . We look for staff and faculty who share our belief that a culturally rich and inclusive school community provides students with the best possible environment for a quality education. The ideal candidate has a passion for student growth and well-being and thrives on working independently as well as part of a team. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you. Who We Are: Job Summary: The role operates as a member of the Integrated Learning team to provide access and direct learning support to middle school students. The Learning Specialist provides one-on-one academic coaching and small group instruction to build successful student skills for students with diagnosed or identified learning needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university required
Strong understanding of learning differences, executive functioning, and strategies to support diverse learning needs
Adaptability to meet the needs of the students and the program
Commitment to educational access for under-served students
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work with students, teachers, and families
Understanding of the developmental needs of middle school students
Creativity and flexibility to contribute to a growing and responsive program within the school
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a team
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff
Ability to work and communicate well with students and their parents
Proven track record of organization, follow-through, and task completion
Ability to multitask
Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural competency
Ability to work efficiently in a Microsoft Windows or Mac environment using Office; ability to master common automated systems for record keeping, and confidently learn new technology; experience with school-focused technology is a plus; experience with Schoology a plus
Ability to talk on the phone
Timely response to emails
Ability to sit and keyboard up to 8 hours per day

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education, special education, counseling, or related field preferred
Experience working with underrepresented populations preferred
Experience in teaching or academic coaching preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees ILP (Individualized Learning Plan) case management for a group of assigned middle school students which includes individual student support, creation/oversight of ILPs, attending student services meetings, and other related duties.
Teaches up to two sections of UPrep’s small group study skills class, Middle School SchoolHacks
Works collaboratively as a member of the Integrated Learning team to ensure that students with documented and/or identified preferences for learning have access to the supports and structures that will help them find success
Partners with teachers, advisors, deans and counselors to provide real-time support for students demonstrating struggle to access the curriculum
Serves as a grade-level advisor for 10-12 middle school students
Actively participates in the life of the school outside of the classroom through chaperoning, joining grade level trips, and attending school events
Establishes and cultivates community relations by maintaining open dialogue with all of the school’s constituencies
Vigorously engages in their own professional development; is a life-long learner who enhances their skills, using state-of-the-art technologies to maintain high standards of performance to efficiently and effectively produce work products
Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents
Since safety and security are everyone’s responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities
Works 7:45am – 3:45pm
Performs other non-teaching duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer-Seeded Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution and match after one year of service
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
commuter benefits
Professional Development opportunities