K–8 Learning Specialist & Intervention Expert

Seattle Country Day School; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

An independent school in Seattle is seeking a full-time Learning Specialist to provide academic support to gifted students. This role involves working with students individually, collaborating with teachers and parents, and developing educational plans based on assessed needs. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in special education, strong communication skills, and experience with diverse learning strategies. A competitive salary range of $72,000–$132,000 and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience providing intervention support for reading, writing, math challenges.
• Five years of experience in teaching or related field.
• Experience using the Orton-Gillingham approach for reading intervention.

Responsibilities

• Work with students to develop learning strategies and executive function skills.
• Administer diagnostic tests to evaluate student needs.
• Confer with parents and teachers to create educational plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Intervention strategies

Understanding diverse learning styles

Education

Graduate degree in special education or related field

Job description

An independent school in Seattle is seeking a full-time Learning Specialist to provide academic support to gifted students. This role involves working with students individually, collaborating with teachers and parents, and developing educational plans based on assessed needs. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in special education, strong communication skills, and experience with diverse learning strategies. A competitive salary range of $72,000–$132,000 and benefits are offered.