Learning Specialist: Neurodiversity & Student Support

Archmere Academy; Claymont (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Archmere Academy seeks a dedicated Learning Specialist to provide individualized academic support for students with accommodations within the Student Learning & Resource Center. The role collaborates with counselors, teachers, and parents to tailor learning strategies and monitor progress.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Education (Master's preferred), has experience with neurodivergent learners, and can write formal education plans, coordinate testing accommodations, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Education required; Master's preferred.
• Experience guiding students in a rigorous high school curriculum.
• Extensive knowledge of learning differences and evidence-informed practices.
• Familiarity with College Board/ACT accommodations processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with students, families, and school staff.
• Entrepreneurial mindset for program assessment and improvements.
• Ability to conduct psychoeducational testing or baseline assessment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic support for students with accommodations, supervising testing and coordinating a small-group study space.
• Help students develop effective learning strategies and executive functioning; build relationships.
• Write Formal Education Plans based on psychoeducational testing reports.
• Submit accommodation requests to College Board and ACT; assist with proctoring.
• Collaborate with Counselors, Principal, and Director of Academics on study skills programs; contribute to Summer Enrichment for incoming 9th graders.
• Stay current with teaching methods, cognitive science, and educational psychology; support staff and parents with resources and training.
• Maintain relationships with psychologists and neuropsychologists as a referral base.
• Coordinate peer tutors with the National Honor Society.
• Generate teaching resources for the school community when possible.

Skills

High school teaching

Learning differences knowledge

Executive function coaching

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Psychoeducational testing

Accommodations paperwork

Job description

Archmere Academy seeks a dedicated Learning Specialist to provide individualized academic support for students with accommodations within the Student Learning & Resource Center. The role collaborates with counselors, teachers, and parents to tailor learning strategies and monitor progress.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Education (Master's preferred), has experience with neurodivergent learners, and can write formal education plans, coordinate testing accommodations, and contribute to