Learning Specialist

Job Summary

The John Thomas Dye School, an independent K-6 school in Los Angeles, seeks a Learning Specialist to develop and coordinate student learning plans, communicate with families, consult with faculty, and provide direct support for students with learning needs.

Essential Functions

• Identify and provide individualized and small-group interventions for students requiring additional support in reading, writing, and math.
• Collaborate with faculty and families to develop and monitor individualized learning plans.
• Analyze and use data to inform instruction, adjust intervention plans, and determine when students are ready to exit intervention.
• Maintain detailed student records, intervention logs, and reports to document progress and inform next steps.
• Develop and implement curriculum to support skill development in self-advocacy and executive functioning for Grades K-6.
• Communicate with faculty, parents, and outside service providers to ensure coordinated support for students.
• Support students in developing a growth mindset and self-advocacy skills.

Collaboration with Teachers and Staff

• Participate in the school's Student Success Team.
• Work closely with faculty to develop differentiated instruction plans.
• Auxiliary with teachers in interpreting and implementing recommendations from neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations.
• Assist teachers in adjusting assignments, projects, and/or assessments in alignment with student learning plans.
• Provide teachers with instructional strategies and resources to support students with learning differences.
• Contribute to curriculum development to ensure alignment with research-based intervention strategies.
• Establish shared expectations and/or language for classroom-based accommodations, testing accommodations, and other practices requiring alignment across classes and grade levels.

Professional Responsibilities

• Respond to all constituents in a professional, timely, and compassionate manner.
• Seek knowledge of current instructional theories and best practices and demonstrate a commitment to professional growth by participating in Professional Development opportunities.
• Model professional and ethical standards and 5C's (Caring, Common Sense, Consideration, Cooperation, and Courtesy) behavior when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Attend all faculty and division meetings as well as meetings with homeroom teachers and advisors as needed to support student learning.
• Collaborate with the faculty and administration to develop and implement school-wide practices and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or related field; Master's degree and further certifications preferred.
• Prior relevant experience working with elementary age students regarding learning differences and learning strategies required; experience in an independent school setting preferred.
• Technology literate and comfortable with acquiring new technology skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation and Benefits

• Summary of Benefits: Healthcare Insurance subsidized at 100%, Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Term Life Insurance of $50,000, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan matching (403B), Graduate School Student Loan Forgiveness, Daily on-site lunch provided, Advanced degree bonus.
• Professional Development / Additional Compensation: Up to $2500 to spend on annual professional development, Advanced Degree Tuition Reimbursement, Curriculum Development Grants / Committee Work Stipends, Travel Grants.

Application Information

To apply for this staff position, please email a cover letter and resume to kgrbac@jtdschool.org. The posting will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is received.