Faculty Position - Long-Term Substitute Upper School Learning Specialist (Grades 9-12)

Potomac School; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Potomac School in McLean, VA seeks a Long-Term Substitute Upper School Learning Specialist (Grades 9-12) for December 2026 through May 2027. This full-time role supports students through a coaching model, collaborating with families and faculty to promote independence and academic success.

Responsibilities include managing a 25-30 student caseload, interpreting psychoeducational evaluations, developing IAPs, and assisting with testing accommodations and the Upper School Testing Center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred in special education or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in learning support or related field.
• Experience with ADHD and other learning differences in ambitious curricula.
• Ability to read/interpret psychoeducational reports and develop IAPs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 Upper School students with coaching model.
• Provide individualized learning support and regular meetings.
• Collaborate with students, families, and faculty to remove barriers to success.
• Advise faculty on student learning needs and effective classroom strategies.
• Communicate progress to families and guide routines for home support.
• Participate on the Student Support Team (SST) for planning next steps.
• Read psychoeducational/neuropsychological evaluations to develop IAPs.
• Assist with implementing accommodations and Upper School Testing Center processes.
• Fulfill other duties to support the Upper School.

Skills

Coaching model

Communication skills

Collaboration with families

Detail-oriented

Google Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in special education or related field

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Classroom

Job description

The Long-Term Substitute Upper School Learning Specialist (Grades 9-12) is a full-time faculty position from December 2026 through May 2027. The substitute Learning Specialist will work closely with students, families, faculty, and additional administrators in delivering learning support services and providing individualized student support through a coaching model.Student Support & ConsultationManage a caseload of about 25-30 Upper School students, providing individualized learning support through use of a coaching model in regularly scheduled meetings based on student needMonitor and serve as an as-needed resource for additional Upper School students with identified learning differences and/or acute academic needs, providing responsive support as appropriatePartner with students, faculty, and families to identify barriers to academic success, develop practical strategies, and build skills necessary for success in and beyond schoolServe as a resource and thought partner for faculty regarding student learning needs and effective strategies for supporting students in the classroomCommunicate with families regarding student progress and provide guidance around structures, routines, and strategies that can support student independence and academic success at homeParticipate, as needed, on the Student Support Team (SST), collaborating with other team members to identify appropriate next steps for students experiencing academic difficultyRead and interpret psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations to develop and implement Individual Academic Plans (IAPs) for studentsAssist with the implementation of academic and testing accommodations, including responsibilities related to the Upper School Testing CenterAssume other duties and responsibilities as needed to support the Upper SchoolBachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in special education or related field preferredAt least 3 years prior experience in the field of learning support, special education, academic support, or a related fieldThorough knowledge and experience working with students with ADHD and other learning differences and disabilities in an ambitious academic curriculumDemonstrated ability to read and interpret learning evaluations such as psychoeducational and neuropsychological reports and generate academic plans based on testingExperience using a coaching model to support students is preferredEffective communication skills that promote positive relationships with students, families and colleaguesBelieve deeply in a mission of fostering an inclusive learning community where all voices and viewpoints are valued and academic diversity is recognizedStrong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail, and high level of integrityProficiency with the Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets, Classroom) is strongly preferredFamiliarity with independent schools is preferredIn striving to fulfill its mission, The Potomac School seeks candidates of diverse backgrounds who embody our core values of courage, integrity, humility, perseverance, and respect.