Description
Learning Support Specialist (Grades K-4)
St. Paul the Apostle School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Specialist to provide individualized and small group academic support and enrichment to Kindergarten through fourth-grade students. You will work closely with students, teachers, parents, administration, and external service providers to develop strategies that support students’ academic progress and enhance their gifts and talents.
Learning Specialist Responsibilities:
Collaborate with teachers to identify students who need academic support or enrichment
Gather student information to assist in their academic success
Work directly with students in small groups or individually
Create Support Team Education Plans (STEP) for students with diagnosed learning differences
Meet regularly with parents and teachers to monitor student STEPs progress
Confer with teachers regarding teaching strategies for identified students
Assist teachers with tracking data to determine the effectiveness of interventions
Educate parents and teachers about learning differences and student strengths
Build supportive, trusting relationships with students, teachers, parents, and administration
Provide parents and teachers with resources to benefit students
Attend parent-teacher conferences, STEP training, professional development sessions, and other essential events
Liaise with the middle-school Learning Support Specialist
Requirements
Desired qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Master’s preferred)
Multiple Subjects, or Special Education Credential
Experience teaching students in a variety of classes and age groups
Familiarity with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles STEP program and the IEP process
Familiarity with STAR Assessments or other computer adaptive testing
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and school administration
If you are interested in applying for this position please send a cover letter, resume, and three current references to Crystal Pinkofsky at: cpinkofsky@sp-apostle.org.
Information/Application Contact
St Paul the Apostle School (Los Angeles)
1536 Selby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90024
cpinkofsky@sp-apostle.org