Executive Functioning Learning Specialist - Los Angeles (In-Person)

Eddy; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Ongoing training and mentorship

Long-term growth in a mission-driven团队

Job summary

The Ladder Method is seeking an Executive Functioning Learning Specialist for Los Angeles, in-person, part-time (12–15 hours/week). You will coach middle school to young adult clients, guiding them in organization, planning, and study skills using our curriculum.

This role emphasizes empathy, discretion, and professional boundaries. Ideal candidates have a background in coaching or educational psychology, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with neurodivergent individuals.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in a related field is required.
• Firm boundaries and professional conduct are essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport quickly with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working with neurodivergent individuals is a plus.
• Must be available for 12–15 hours/week to start, with room to grow.

Responsibilities

• Coach clients 1-on-1 (in person) using The Ladder Method’s curriculum and methodology.
• Guide clients in improving time management, task initiation, planning, organization, and follow-through.
• Help clients establish and maintain systems that support their personal and professional goals.
• Provide accountability, motivation, and mindset coaching tailored to individual client needs.
• Document progress and communicate regularly with the internal team.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, empathy, and discretion.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Rapport building

Coaching

Neurodivergent experience

High net-worth client experience

Professional boundaries

Self-starter

Education

BA or BS in related field

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

Please do not contact the Ladder Method office. Your application will be reviewed and we will let you know if we are moving you forward in the process. Thank you.This is a part time position, approximately 12-15 hours a week. Hours depend on nature of requests.Must be located in Los Angeles, with a preference for West Los Angeles (Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades)Executive Functioning Learning Specialist (Los Angeles - In Person)Join one of New York City's premier private education companies.At The Ladder Method, we believe coaching is about far more than helping students complete homework. We teach students how to learn, how to think, and how to build the executive functioning skills that lead to lifelong success.Our work focuses on helping students strengthen organization, planning, time management, self-advocacy, emotional regulation, study strategies, and confidence. We partner closely with families to provide individualized support that empowers students with learning differences to become more independent learners.We are proud to serve many of New York City and Los Angeles' most accomplished families and are seeking compassionate, highly professional coaches who share our commitment to excellence.Our team includes graduates of the nation's leading universities, but what distinguishes our educators most is their warmth, professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to build meaningful relationships while maintaining clear expectations and accountability.We're Looking ForExperienced Executive Function Coaches who enjoy working with middle school, high school, and young adult students, as well as adults, with learning differences.This position is an excellent fit for professionals with backgrounds in:TeachingTutoring (or Former Tutors)Educational PsychologyClinical PsychologySchool PsychologyCounselingEducational TherapyExecutive Function CoachingLearning Specialist rolesLMFT, LPC, LCSW, or similar counseling backgrounds (clinical licensure not required unless applicable)We're especially interested in professionals who understand adolescent development, communicate effectively with parents, and can establish supportive, consistent coaching relationships while maintaining healthy professional boundaries.Responsibilities:Coach clients 1-on-1 (virtually) using The Ladder Method’s curriculum and methodologyGuide clients in improving time management, task initiation, planning, organization, and follow-throughHelp clients establish and maintain systems that support their personal and professional goalsProvide accountability, motivation, and mindset coaching tailored to individual client needsDocument progress and communicate regularly with the internal teamMaintain a high level of professionalism, empathy, and discretionQualifications:Driver's license and reliable transportationBackground in coaching, psychology, education, counseling, social work, or a related fieldBA or BS requiredFirm boundariesStrong understanding of executive functioning and how it impacts adult learning and productivityExcellent interpersonal, time management, and communication skillsAbility to build rapport quickly and work with clients from diverse backgroundsSelf-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage your own scheduleExperience working with neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, anxiety, etc.) is a plusExperience serving high net-worth clients a plusMust be available for at least 12–15 hours/week to start, with room to growMust be willing to commute to client homesWhy Join The Ladder Method? Meaningful work with real impact Flexible, hybrid work model Ongoing training and mentorship in our proven coaching framework Opportunity for long-term growth within a mission-driven team Supportive and collaborative work cultureNOTE: Applicants who do not submit a resume and a cover letter will not be considered.The compensation range for this position is $60-$75 hourly. Compensation depends on experience and education.Please note the upper range of compensation is dependent on master's and doctoral degrees as well as experience.E04JI8007o8l409dr1l