Richmond, Virginia
Stamford, Connecticut
Posted: 19-May-26
Location: Scituate, Massachusetts
Type: Part Time
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Overview
Inly School is an independent PreK–8 Montessori-plus School located in Scituate, MA that serves over 300 students from 20 South Shore communities and is deeply rooted in Montessori, child-centered, and inclusive educational practices. At Inly, our Montessori+ practices foster an inclusive community of learners who, through the support and nurturing of our experienced teaching faculty and staff, explore and shape themselves and the world with joyful curiosity, independence, courage, and compassion within an academic environment that deeply values experiential learning, creativity, innovation and the arts. We commit to anti-racist and anti-bias teaching, and we actively seek faculty who share our dedication to collaboration, respect, empathy, and the holistic development of each child.
Position Details
Inly School is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Upper School Learning Specialist to join a diverse and collaborative team of professionals to support the social and emotional well-being of our students and families from fourth through eighth grade. The Upper School Learning Specialist will be an integral member of a highly collaborative Learning Services Team and will report to the Director of Learning Services.
Inly’s Upper School Learning Specialist will play a central role in supporting our Upper School students (grades 4-8) with learning disabilities. The Upper School Learning Specialist will provide direct student support, delivering intervention level support through small group and individual instruction for students with a wide range of learning disabilities. This support will largely focus on supporting language-based, math and executive function based disabilities and will direct intervention instruction, reinforcement of foundational skills, identification of the strategies and tools that work best for individual student learning styles, supporting students in practicing the consistent application of learned skills to classroom curricula, as well as supporting students in developing an understanding of themselves as learners.
The Upper School Learning Specialist will also work collaboratively with classroom teachers by supporting them in differentiating existing curricula and teaching methods and, along with our Learning Services Team, to provide professional development to faculty and staff to continue professional learning in the areas of teaching students with learning disabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one and small-group intervention instruction and reinforcement of foundational skills for students in grades 4 through 8 with a wide range of learning disabilities.
- Support students in the identification of the strategies and tools that work best for individual student learning styles, supporting students in practicing the consistent application of learned skills to classroom curricula, as well as supporting students in developing an understanding of themselves as learners.
- In collaboration with our Learning Services Team, create Individual Accommodation Plans for students with diagnosed learning disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with classroom teachers by supporting them in differentiating existing curricula and teaching methods.
- Administer benchmark assessments related to student needs to monitor student progress and enhance the school’s approach to supporting growth
- Review neuropsychological reports and collaborate with the Learning Services Team and classroom teachers to develop and support the implementation of recommendations within individual, small group, and classroom settings
- Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and the Learning Services Team to identify student needs and develop support plans to address these needs
- Observe students in the classroom and collaborate with the Learning Services Team to develop support plans in partnership with teachers, families and division directors.
- Communicate effectively with families, classroom teachers and the Learning Services Team about student needs and progress
- Attend parent-teacher conferences for students receiving Learning Services support
- Attend weekly Learning Services Team meetings as well as Upper Elementary and Middle School Level Team Meetings
- Attend meetings with local public districts for students with active IEPs and/or that are being evaluated by local public districts.
- Work in collaboration with the Learning Services Team and Teaching Teams in completing documentation for evaluation of students by outside providers
- Work collaboratively with our Learning Services Team, to provide professional development to faculty and staff to continue professional learning in the areas of teaching students with learning disabilities.
- Work collaboratively with our Learning Services Team to design and deliver parent education workshops
Qualities of an Ideal Candidate
- Proven history of a deeply caring approach and well as strong skills and expertise in supporting students, their families and a school community
- High cultural competency and racial literacy, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- A professional, team-oriented style characterized by empathy, flexibility, patience and to contribute and engage in joyful and positive collaborative energy
- An enthusiastic commitment to Inly’s Montessori+ inclusive values and mission
- A genuine appreciation of and respect for children; energy and enthusiasm for all aspects of school life
- Warmth and a good sense of humor; patience and persistence; sense of curiosity and a love of learning
- Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills, and proficiency in communicating and engaging effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
- Comfort and experience presenting in front of small and large groups
Strong Candidates Will Have:
- Minimum educational requirement of Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Elementary and/or Middle School Education and/or Special Education, as well as specialized training/certifications such as Wilson, Orton-Gillingham. Experience with Fundations, Lexia and similar curricula and programs preferred.
- At least 3-5 years school-based experience teaching students who have a variety of learning profiles, including language-based learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia), dyscalculia, Autism, ADHD, and/or executive functioning vulnerabilities.
- A collaborative spirit and a desire to contribute to Inly’s progressive, inclusive environment
- A commitment to anti-bias education and the creation of a welcoming, inclusive classroom community
- An understanding of, or willingness to learn, Montessori philosophy and methods
Working Expectations:
Your role is essential in nurturing, supporting, and developing young hearts and minds. Our expectations for this position include:
- Clear and Effective Communication: As a pivotal member of our team, your ability to communicate information and ideas clearly is essential. This ensures a robust and understanding network among staff, students, and parents.
- Inclusivity and Support: We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
- Stationary and Active Balance: This role requires a balance between remaining stationary and actively engaging within the school environment. Your presence and participation are vital in both settings.
- Mobility and Resource Utilization: Our school is a sprawling campus of 13 acres with multiple buildings. The ability to move about the school is necessary for accessing and utilizing various resources, which are integral to our operation.
- Adaptability and Role Evolution: As our school grows and evolves, so may your role. Our supervisors are always looking to enhance our team's skills and may revise or add duties to reflect these changes. Flexibility and a willingness to adapt are appreciated as we all strive towards our common goal of exceptional education and care.
Salary and Benefits:
The annualized salary range for this part-time, 20 hour per week position is $35,000-$45,000, commensurate with experience. This position is ineligible for benefits.
A Note to Potential Candidates:
Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
To apply for this position, please email your resumé and cover letter to: employment@inlyschool.org.
