Description
Holy Spirit STEM Academy is an archdiocesan Catholic school located in mid-city Los Angeles. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated full time Learning Specialist to join our team for the 2024-25 school year.
In this role, you will play a vital part in empowering students with learning differences to thrive at Holy Spirit STEM Academy. Reporting to the Principal for Academics and working alongside another learning specialist and faculty, you’ll develop individualized plans, implement effective learning strategies, and cultivate a supportive environment where each student can succeed.
The student support specialist will guide students across all subjects in strengthening their metacognitive, organizational, time management, and analytical thinking skills. You’ll also contribute to the Formation of Self program and collaborate with the Student Support Team to ensure students have the resources they need to achieve their full potential.
The Learning Specialist must be a student-centered educator who embraces Holy Child values, possesses strong interpersonal skills and espouses a growth mindset. The ideal candidate will be a champion of social-emotional learning and its role in student success,a collaborative team player with strong initiative and problem-solving skills, and an individual who exudes warmth and a good sense of humor. In addition, the successful candidate will be a patient and persistent professional with excellent communication skills who exhibits enthusiasm for all aspects of school life and fosters a positive and enthusiastic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized and small group classroom support to students, developing strategies for effective learning.
- Review and Interpret psycho-educational testing and create personalized learning profiles.
- Collaborate with parents, and the student to identify student needs and implement differentiated instruction and learning accommodations.
- Coordinate temporary accommodations for students with specific needs and coordinate work for students with extended absences.
- Track student progress, develop action plans, and participate in weekly support team meetings.
- Proctor extended time tests and maintain communication with relevant school personnel.
- Teach study skills in the Formation of Self program.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and three professional references to Alejandra Silva, Principal at Holy Spirit STEM Academy. asilva@holyspiritstem.org
Requirements
BA degree preffered
3+ years of teaching experience with expertise in supporting diverse learners at the elementary school level
Proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
Demonstrated leadership in program development
Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills with a commitment to confidentiality
Deep understanding of the unique needs of students
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
Holy Spirit STEM Academy (Los Angeles)
1418 S. Burnside Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
asilva@holyspiritstem.org