Lower School Student Support & Intervention Coordinator

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools invites applications for the Lower School Learning Coordinator, a member of the Learning and Counseling team dedicated to providing educational support for all Lower School students. The role supports teachers, parents, students, and administrators with strategies, interventions, and accommodations to address diverse learning needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration, knowledge of learning issues across development, and guiding families through the

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Master's degree in Special Education, Education Psychology, or closely related field required.
• Experience: Minimum of three years as a Special Education teacher, Learning Disabilities Specialist, Case Manager, or School Psychologist required.
• Teaching experience in elementary grades (3-5) preferred.
• Experience administering and interpreting tests (NWEA MAP Testing, EasyCBM, Aimsweb, Diagnostic Reading and Math Assessment) preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting Neuropsychological evaluations preferred.
• Experience writing student support plans preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observation, consultation, & referrals: Collaborates with teachers and parents on student support plans, conducts classroom observations, strategizes classroom interventions, and manages internal and external referrals.
• Coordination & case management: Facilitates communication between school personnel and external professionals, leads support meetings, oversees student transitions, and maintains student files.
• Ongoing communication: Maintains regular contact with teachers and families, updates student support plans, and shares updates with the support team.
• Testing & assessment: Oversees Lower School progress monitoring (NWEA MAP, EasyCBM), interprets evaluation results, and collaborates with specialists to plan targeted interventions.
• Additional duties: Assumes additional responsibilities as needed to support students, faculty, administration, and families.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Special Education or Education Psychology

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

NWEA MAP

EasyCBM

Aimsweb

Job description

The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools invites applications for the Lower School Learning Coordinator, a member of the Learning and Counseling team dedicated to providing educational support for all Lower School students. The role supports teachers, parents, students, and administrators with strategies, interventions, and accommodations to address diverse learning needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration, knowledge of learning issues across development, and guiding families through the