Learning Specialist

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School in Washington, DC seeks a Learning Specialist to provide specialized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with IEPs and 504 plans. This role drives individualized planning and progress monitoring in collaboration with teachers, families, and staff.

The position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning, with a focus on data-driven instruction and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Elementary teaching or special education experience preferred.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and data-driven instruction skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning.
• Bilingual (English/French or English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction and targeted interventions based on student needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, 504 plans, and individualized learning plans.
• Serve as case manager, ensuring compliance and coordination of student services.
• Analyze student data to guide instruction and track progress.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications.
• Facilitate IEP meetings and communicate regularly with families.
• Support a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development.
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required documentation.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Data-driven instruction

Bilingual EN/FR

Bilingual EN/SP

Education

Bachelor’s in Special Education or Elementary Education

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Department: Education

Reports to: Special Services Manager

Schedule: 10-month position | 7:50am-3:50pm

Position Summary

The Learning Specialist provides specialized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs, including those with IEPs, 504 plans, and English learners. This role involves developing individualized learning plans, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with teachers, families, and support staff to ensure student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction and targeted interventions based on student needs
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs, 504 plans, and individualized learning plans
• Serve as case manager, ensuring compliance and coordination of student services
• Analyze student data to guide instruction and track progress
• Collaborate with general education teachers to implement accommodations and modifications
• Facilitate IEP meetings and communicate regularly with families
• Support a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Elementary teaching or special education experience preferred
• Strong collaboration, communication, and data-driven instruction skills
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning
• Bilingual (English/French or English/Spanish) preferred

Additional duties may be assigned based on student and school needs.