Upper School Resource Center Learning Specialist (Part Time) - 2026-2027

Fredericksburg Christian Educational Services•Fredericksburg, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Resource Center Learning Specialist supports and advances the mission of FCS by supporting students with learning differences, enabling them to succeed in all areas, and supports teachers to best meet student needs in the classroom. This role reports to the Resource Center Coordinator.

Requirements

Committed Christian with a close personal walk with the Lord and the Christian character qualities to serve as a role model for young people.
Regular in attendance at an evangelical Protestant church.
A commitment to a Biblical lifestyle, not promoting or engaging in premarital, extramarital, transgender, or homosexual behavior.
If married, a solid commitment based on Mark 10:9 and positive marital relationship.
Strong commitment to Christian education.
Committed to keeping ACSI or state certification current according to FCS guidelines.
Past success teaching students with a wide variety of learning differences.
General familiarity with the Response to Intervention (RTI) and Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework, which systematically utilizes data to measure, demonstrate, and improve student learning.
Perceives learning differences and the challenges that come with it as an opportunity from God.
Recognizes the Biblical (Proverbs 23:7 KLV) and empirical significance of social-emotional competence and its impact on the learning process.
Enthusiastic, sensitive, loving rapport with students, openness with parents and staff.
Well organized, diligent, creative, flexible.
Collaborates well with others in a relational and positive manner.
Communicates clearly and sensitively with students, staff, and parents.
Teachable, servant spirit.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or graduate degree (preferred), including special education courses.

Responsibilities

Works as a Resource Center instructor for Level 1 and Level 2 RTI students, using instructional programs that are appropriate to the students’ needs.
Provides both pull out and push in and small group interventions, with guidance and direction from the Resource Center Coordinator.
Collects and uses data formally and informally to assess student needs and monitor progress.
Develops a warm rapport with students and a positive, secure teaching environment.
Becomes familiar with grade level/course curriculum objectives to support overall school learning goals.
Writes quarterly academic goals.
Uses school software to track student progress (e.g. weekly or bi-weekly) and to record daily session notes, which cultivates communication and fosters a collaborative approach to student learning.
Develops and updates Educational Service Plans (ESP).
Writes quarterly student summaries.
Willingly and creatively tailors instruction to meet the individual needs of each student.
Communicates with students’ teachers regarding resource provision, classroom learning and assignments, and accommodations/modifications.
Assists students in changing non-academic behaviors that interfere with school performance (e.g. organizational, motivational, attitudinal).
Works cooperatively as a team member with parents, administration, and representatives of outside agencies in an appropriate manner to support student learning.
Develops professionally by exploring and being willing to implement new instructional techniques and curriculum.
Prepares and turns in daily lesson plans for the week to the Resource Center Coordinator to ensure that student needs are being met.
Prays regularly for each student.
Attends weekly faculty meetings, Prayer 'N' Share at least one time weekly, and evening activities of the school as directed; participates in professional development.
Attends various school meetings and functions when requested, such as parent teacher conferences and Back to School Night.
Arrives at school promptly and stays until such time as necessary responsibilities are completed.
Is prompt and faithful with supervision duty on a regularly scheduled basis.
Dresses professionally and modestly, following the Staff Dress Code.
Seeks an awareness of the total school vision and serves willingly in special areas which enhance the overall effectiveness of the ministry.