Learning Services Specialist

Napcis; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health insurance premiums

IRA match

90% tuition reduction for children of

Professional development

Direct primary care option

Job summary

St. Ambrose Academy in Madison, Wisconsin, seeks a Learning Services Specialist with a passion for inclusive education to support students with learning differences in Geometry and a foreign language.

The role includes co-teaching, developing dyslexia-friendly curricula, and providing multi-sensory instruction. The ideal candidate holds a Special Education degree, has experience in math and language instruction, and is a practicing Catholic prepared to take the Oath of Fidelity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Special Education or related field.
• Experience teaching math and/or foreign language preferred.
• Experience with dyslexia or learning differences is a plus.
• Must be a practicing Catholic and willing to take Oath of Fidelity.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach Geometry and foreign language with classroom teachers.
• Support students with Learning Support plans through differentiated instruction.
• Develop dyslexia-friendly curriculum using Math and foreign language texts.
• Incorporate multi-sensory teaching strategies (auditory, visual, tactile, kinesthetic).
• Create instructional videos, reference charts, and modified pacing guides.
• Provide weekly one-on-one support sessions for students.
• Assess student progress through homework, quizzes, and tests.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and resources.

Skills

Multi-sensory instruction

Differentiated instruction

Co-teaching

Student assessment

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Special Education

Job description

Job Description

St. Ambrose Academy is seeking a Learning Services Specialist with a background in math and/or foreign language to support students with learning differences, particularly dyslexia, in Geometry and a foreign language. This role includes co‑teaching, individualized support, and developing dyslexia‑friendly curriculum. The ideal candidate is passionate about inclusive education and skilled in multi‑sensory instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Co‑teach Geometry and foreign language with classroom teachers.
• Support students with Learning Support (LS) plans through differentiated instruction.
• Develop dyslexia‑friendly curriculum using Math and foreign language texts.
• Incorporate multi‑sensory teaching strategies (auditory, visual, tactile, kinesthetic).
• Create instructional videos, reference charts, and modified pacing guides.
• Provide weekly one‑on‑one support sessions for students.
• Assess student progress through homework, quizzes, and tests.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and resources.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefit Highlights

• Academy pays 100% of premiums for health insurance, life insurance, and disability
• Direct primary care option with local Catholic clinic
• IRA match
• 90% tuition reduction for children of full‑time employees attending the Academy
• Professional development

Work Environment

St. Ambrose Academy is a 6–12 grade private Catholic classical academy located in Madison, Wisconsin with a rapidly growing student body and a vibrant Catholic community.

• Daily prayer, regular access to the Eucharist and Confession
• Emphasis on formation of the whole person
• Respectful students and supportive families

Requirements

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Special Education or a related field of study is required. Teaching experience in math and/or foreign language is preferred, as is experience working with students with dyslexia or learning differences.

The candidate must be a practicing Catholic, willing to make an Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium, whose life of faith serves as an example to our students and families.

Candidates must demonstrate excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; be adaptable to the classical classroom; be able to contribute to curriculum development; and demonstrate a desire to share their gifts and talents with the students and administration of the school.