Upper School Learning Specialist
About The Position
Hackley School seeks a dynamic, experienced and dedicated full-time Upper School Learning Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The Upper School Learning Specialist will develop, implement and oversee academic support plans for students with diagnosed learning differences and/or those who are facing academic challenges, while also serving as a resource for Upper School teachers, deans, advisors, and families in the identification and coordination of appropriate learning and study support for students. As a member of the Support Services Department, the Learning Specialist will be integral to a team-based approach aimed at helping students understand themselves as learners, developing their academic skills while also fostering self-advocacy regarding their learning needs. Candidates should have a passion for working with high school students and commitment to the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students; be willing to work collaboratively with all constituencies within the school community, be committed to their own professional learning and growth; and be interested in contributing to the extracurricular life at Hackley (which could include coaching, club advising, etc.). For this hire, Hackley seeks candidates well-suited to support student learning in math and science.
Requirements
- Master’s degree (or higher graduate level degree), preferably in the area of special education or related field.
- At least three to five years experience working with high school students
- Experience teaching math to high school students
- A comprehensive understanding of neuropsychological testing and cognitive development.
- Ability to collaborate professionally with students, colleagues and families
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Positive attitude, flexible approach, and a sense of humor.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support/instruction to identified students on a regularly scheduled basis to offer targeted support on areas such as time management, organization, executive functioning
- Potentially teach 1-2 sections of Upper School math classes
- Serve on Support Services Committee to review psychoeducational testing and evaluations
- Write, implement, and monitor education plans for students who qualify for academic accommodations
- Support teachers with learning support and assessment accommodations
- Communicate regularly with colleagues and families to discuss students’ progress
- Work with students with injuries or illnesses to provide temporary supports
- Observe classes to understand pedagogy, curriculum and student learning
- Engage in professional growth responsibilities keeping abreast of best practices in learning differences and neurodiversity
- Work with other members of the Support Services Department to coordinate testing and logistics with standardized testing agencies for identified students
- Offer administrative guidance and support to Hackley’s inter-divisional Peer Tutoring program
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision package
- sick and vacation time
- life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability insurance
- flexible spending or health savings account
- tuition remission
- the possibility of on-campus housing
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Job Type
Full-time
