Learning Specialist

The Weber School; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc. is seeking a full-time Learning Specialist at The Weber School in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will provide direct services to high school students in grades 9-12, developing individualized learning plans and collaborating with faculty and parents to ensure student success.

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field, state certification, and a strong background in differentiated instructional strategies. This role requires advanced communication skills and teamwork in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a specialty area (e.g., inclusion, resources).
• Lead classroom teacher experience is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student.
• Provide direct support to identified students in groups.
• Facilitate ongoing communication with parents regarding student progress.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Differentiated instructional strategies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field

State certification in Special Education (9-12)

Job description

The Weber School, a private, independent Jewish community high school in the metro Atlanta area, is seeking a full-time Learning Specialist to provide direct services to students in grades 9-12. We seek candidates who promote student autonomy, are able to work effectively on a team, have advanced communication skills, and creatively use the latest educational research. The successful candidate will join a student support team consisting of the Dean of Student Affairs, the Director of Learning Support, Grade Level Deans, and the Director of Counseling.

Job Description

• Develop and implement individualized learning plans for each student.
• Use a diagnostic/prescriptive approach for planning and delivering skill instruction and to remediate basic language-based skills.
• Provide direct support to identified students, both individually and in structured groups. (e.g., study halls, resource group)
• Facilitate ongoing communication with parents regarding student progress, including written reports, emails, calls, and meetings as appropriate.
• Communicate with academic teachers regarding the learning profiles of students.
• Participate in the school’s extensive pre-service/in-service training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a degree in a closely related educational content area, combined with experience teaching in a specialty area (e.g., inclusion, resources, reading instruction, etc.) ** an advanced degree is strongly preferred **
• State certification in Special Education (9-12) and/or a specialized and prescriptive instructional program (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Language, Lindamood-Bell, etc.)
• A strong background in differentiated instructional strategies; lead classroom teacher experience is preferred
• The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, parents, and the broader community.
• A strong desire and willingness to grow professionally and work as part of a team.