Upper School Learning Specialist

Sacred Heart Greenwich; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Greenwich seeks an Upper School Learning Specialist to support neurodivergent learners and collaborate with faculty to design differentiated instruction for students in grades 9–12. The role emphasizes coordinating with school leadership and tutors to implement individualized educational plans.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in education, a Master’s in Special Education or related field, and experience with upper-school students.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in education.
• Masters degree in Special Education or related field.
• Experience working with upper-school aged students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to girls for whom the diagnosis of a learning difference has been shared with the school.
• Interpret educational evaluations and make appropriate recommendations, and develop an educational plan.
• Attend Upper School team meetings and help create and ensure academic action plans are executed.
• Work with the faculty to design and implement lesson plans to meet the needs of students and their learning styles.
• Observe the learning needs of all students in grades 9 - 12 and make appropriate recommendations to parents and teachers.
• Maintain contact with parents, teachers, outside tutors or other support personnel to implement recommended learning accommodations and coordinate services.
• Support teaching staff by offering resources, advice, and training to enable faculty to better meet the needs of all learners.
• Keep teachers thoroughly informed of the student's specific learning needs and how they can be managed within the classroom.
• Conduct meetings with and prepare written summaries of the educational evaluations for each teacher emphasizing the specific accommodations that can be implemented into the regular classroom setting.
• Work with the Academic Deans to plan and facilitate meetings to address student learning needs and appropriate instructional interventions
• Attend grade level meetings with faculty.
• Help content area teachers differentiate their curriculum.
• Create, maintain, and update individual student learning profiles.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing standardized testing.

Skills

Upper-school experience

Education

Masters degree in Special Education

Job description

Sacred Heart Greenwich has been empowering girls and young women since 1848 in a Sacred Heart Greenwich is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for girls (K–12) and coeducational in its early childhood program. Founded in 1848 and located on a beautiful 110-acre campus in Greenwich, Connecticut, the School is part of the international Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

Guided by the Goals and Criteria, Sacred Heart is committed to educating the whole child-intellectually, spiritually, and socially-while fostering a deep commitment to faith, community, social awareness, and personal growth. Relationships and mentorship are at the heart of the student experience, and educators play a vital role in supporting each student's journey.

We are currently seeking an Upper School Learning Specialist to join in the vision of our Upper School for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates who are available for an immediate interim placement, as well as those seeking a permanent position, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position:

Upper School Learning Specialist

Reports to:

Head of Upper School, Director of Student Success

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Duration:

10 months

Job Summary

The Upper School Learning Specialist is responsible for meeting the needs of individual students through academic support and educating faculty on the needs of neurodivergent learners. This position coordinates with the Head of Upper School, the Director of Student Success, the Upper School Academic Deans, the Dean of Instruction and Professional Development, Faculty and Parents.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to girls for whom the diagnosis of a learning difference has been shared with the school.
• Interpret educational evaluations and make appropriate recommendations, and develop an educational plan.
• Attend Upper School team meetings and help create and ensure academic action plans are executed.
• Work with the faculty to design and implement lesson plans to meet the needs of students and their learning styles.

Additional Key responsibilities

• Observe the learning needs of all students in grades 9 - 12 and make appropriate recommendations to parents and teachers.
• Maintain contact with parents, teachers, outside tutors or other support personnel to implement recommended learning accommodations and coordinate services.
• Support teaching staff by offering resources, advice, and training to enable faculty to better meet the needs of all learners.
• Keep teachers thoroughly informed of the student's specific learning needs and how they can be managed within the classroom.
• Conduct meetings with and prepare written summaries of the educational evaluations for each teacher emphasizing the specific accommodations that can be implemented into the regular classroom setting.
• Work with the Academic Deans to plan and facilitate meetings to address student learning needs and appropriate instructional interventions
• Attend grade level meetings with faculty.
• Help content area teachers differentiate their curriculum.
• Create, maintain, and update individual student learning profiles.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing standardized testing.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience, a Masters degree in Special Education or related field, and experience working with upper-school aged students is preferred.
• Broad understanding of the research around learning differences, neurodiversity, and effective learning strategies.
• The candidate should be able to provide lesson plans and a portfolio of assignments that reflect current and research-supported educational practices.
• The candidate is energetic, approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to be an active member of a dynamic learning community.

As members of the international network of Sacred Heart schools, we are committed to attracting and retaining faculty with a passion for teaching, who demonstrate an active faith, practice a deep respect for intellectual values, promote social awareness, build community, and value personal growth and responsibility. Sacred Heart Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates who will enhance the cultural diversity of our community.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000 to $120,000 annually dependent on relevant qualifications and experience.

Benefits

In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for the following general benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement: 403(b) plan with school service and matching contributions
• Paid Time Off: Paid Personal Days, Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays.
• Long-Term Disability insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Tuition Remission, Advanced Degree Support, and Free Lunch