Empowering Middle School Learning Support Specialist

Chinese American International School; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chinese American International School in San Francisco invites a Middle School Learning Support Specialist to join its Forever Home campus. The role focuses on academic intervention, executive functioning coaching, and neurodevelopmental support to help students navigate middle school.

You will collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and outside therapists, develop individualized plans, monitor progress, and advocate for inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years teaching neurodiverse students.
• Understanding of language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, ASD, and related differences.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to implement individualized learning plans.
• Dedication to equity and inclusion and ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct academic intervention in small groups or 1:1 settings.
• Differentiate instruction with bilingual teachers and implement accommodations.
• Monitor progress with data collection and progress monitoring tools.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans with families and teachers.
• Teach executive functioning strategies and coach teachers.
• Support neurodevelopmental needs and collaborate with the middle school counselor.
• Coordinate with outside providers and maintain records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Collaboration in diverse teams

Equity and inclusion advocacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Chinese American International School in San Francisco invites a Middle School Learning Support Specialist to join its Forever Home campus. The role focuses on academic intervention, executive functioning coaching, and neurodevelopmental support to help students navigate middle school.

You will collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and outside therapists, develop individualized plans, monitor progress, and advocate for inclusive practices.