MS Learning Strategist

The Westminster Schools

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading educational institution in Atlanta seeks a Middle School Learning Strategist to enhance student outcomes through targeted strategies and collaboration with teachers. You will play a vital role in supporting students' cognitive and psychosocial growth, working in an engaging environment that promotes learning and joy. Competitive salary and excellent resources are provided to support your professional development.

Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in the cognitive and psychosocial development of children ages 9 - 15.
Relevant undergraduate degree; advanced degree strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with another Learning Strategist and the Student Support Team.
Interpret psychoeducational/neuropsychological reports for actionable strategies.
Empower students through academic coaching.

Skills

Cognitive development expertise

Psychosocial development expertise

Academic coaching

Translation of reports into strategies

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree

Advanced degree (strongly preferred)

Job description

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Committed to contributing to the educational experience where bright, curious, motivated students who are nurtured by challenge can grow into leaders.

Position Overview

In this role, you will partner with another Middle School Learning Strategist and the all-school Student Support Team to optimize student learning. You will work with colleagues and students who infuse challenge with joy. Expect to find hallways full of laughter, hard work, curiosity, and care.

For our part, Westminster stands ready to support you with exceptional resources, including a Center for Teaching that provides workshops, cohorts, coaching, travel grants, and resources to help you be your best. At Westminster, you are more than just an academic expert; you make a difference in the lives of students, colleagues, and families – and they, in turn, make a difference in yours.

Supervisor: Head of Middle School

Position Status: Salary, Exempt, Full-Time, 10-month

Service Term: Anticipated Start Date August 1st, 2025

Work Hours: Typical hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some weekend and evening work may be required.

Requirements And Qualifications

The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a successful candidate.

Relevant undergraduate degree; advanced degree strongly preferred
Demonstrated expertise in the cognitive and psychosocial development of children ages 9 - 15

Essential Responsibilities

Interpret psychoeducational/neuropsychological reports
Translate findings into concrete strategies for teachers and students
Empower students through academic coaching
Partner with teachers to create and implement instruction using scientifically validated engagement, assessment and retention strategies
Consult with parents and administrators--including principals, deans, and grade chairs--to maximize student success
Connect with internal and external mental health professionals to assess and refer students

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to become CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified is required.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and may frequently walk on slippery or uneven surfaces. The noise level in the work environment is often loud.

Westminster is a drug-free, smoke/vape-free campus.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the regular business day. Overnight and out-of-area travel may also be required and is associated mainly with planned events, conferences, and professional development opportunities.

Driving a Westminster vehicle may be required for this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment. It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran under applicable federal, state and local laws. EOE/M/F/D/V.

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