Learning Resources Coordinator

The Northwest School; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Seattle is seeking a Learning Resources Coordinator to support students with learning differences and foster inclusive academic practices. This role involves collaboration with faculty, developing learning support plans, and engaging with families to ensure student success. Join a diverse community dedicated to nurturing compassionate and globally aware individuals in a dynamic educational environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life and accident insurance

Retirement program with 6% match

Generous time off

Access to on-site fitness facility

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum four years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience designing and delivering professional development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Learning Support Plans (LSPs) with accommodations.
• Collaborate with teachers to support inclusive instruction.
• Monitor implementation of accommodations through observations.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Differentiated Instruction

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field

Job description

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The Northwest School is an independent day and boarding school. We serve students in grades 6 to 12 on an urban campus in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. We provide an interdisciplinary liberal arts education that nurtures compassionate, globally aware and environmentally conscious individuals who find joy in learning and are ready to inspire and innovate in our interconnected world.

Northwest fosters a warm, inclusive community dedicated to our school values. We believe that a diverse community enriches our institution, making it more creative and dynamic. The Northwest School is committed to building a faculty and student body that reflects the diversity of the broader society. We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

The Middle School Learning Resources Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting students with learning differences and fostering inclusive academic practices across grades 6–8. In partnership with teachers, families, and student support colleagues, the coordinator ensures students develop as independent learners and self-advocates. This role involves both direct student support and collaboration with faculty to promote culturally responsive, research-based instructional strategies that support all learners.

Essential Functions

• Faculty Collaboration and Inclusive Practices
• Partner with teachers to design and implement classroom strategies that support diverse learning profiles.
• Lead professional development on differentiation and Universal Design for Learning (UDL); offer ongoing coaching and support.
• Provide feedback and consultation aligned with current educational research and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Collaborate with teachers in classrooms to support inclusive instruction and student success.
  
  

Student Support and Learning Plans

• Develop and manage Learning Support Plans (LSPs) with clearly defined accommodations and academic supports.
• Coordinate annual LSP review in collaboration with teachers, families, and outside professionals.
• Monitor implementation of accommodations through classroom observations, student check-ins, and teacher consultation.
• Conduct academic and executive functioning check-ins for students with LSPs; track progress and revise support plans as needed.
  
  

Family Partnership and Evaluations

• Interpret psychoeducational reports and communicate accommodation decisions clearly and empathetically to families.
• Refer families to outside evaluators and coordinate assessments (e.g., Vanderbilt, BASC-3, SPS evaluations).
• Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding external tutoring and academic referrals.
• Cross-Divisional and Interdepartmental Coordination
• Partner with the Upper School Learning Resources Coordinators to ensure alignment across grade levels.
• Collaborate closely with the Counseling Department on holistic student support.
• Attend and contribute to Grade-Level Team Meetings (grades 6–8), MS Student Support Team, Morning Meetings, and departmental team meetings.
• Programs and Supervision
• Manage and oversee the Peer Academic Leaders (PALs) program for middle school students.
• Supervise study halls and tutorial attendance in the Academic Resource Center.
• Support advisors with academic check-in processes and executive function strategies.
• Respects the individuality of each student.
  
  

Admissions and Community Engagement

• Participate in the admissions process by reviewing files, attending events, and serving on panels.
• Represent Learning Resources in conversations with prospective families.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Student Success or the Division Director(s).
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance as a core and essential function of the position.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of The Northwest School, particularly around equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Professional expertise in learning differences, executive functioning, differentiated instruction, and culturally responsive teaching.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, or a related field, plus a minimum of four years relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Ability to differentiate instruction, including working with students with language disorders and learning differences
• Exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience designing and delivering professional development preferred.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree, license, and certification is preferred
• Assistive Technology background is a plus
  
  

Compensation

The salary range is $75,000 - $85,000 based on education and years of experience. This is an 11-month .92 FTE position eligible benefit. The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter & resume via the Paycom system on the school's website. https://www.northwestschool.org/about/employment

• Please note we are unable to consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.

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Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Education Management

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