Middle School Student Support Specialist

Independent School | Full-Time (or Part-Time, as applicable) available immediately or by August 10, 2026. 

Position Overview

The Middle School Student Support Specialist works collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and families to support the academic, social-emotional, and executive-functioning needs of students in grades 6–8. This role is designed for an educator who understands the developmental needs of middle school students and thrives in a mission-driven, independent-school environment that values whole-child education.

The Student Support Specialist provides targeted small-group and individual support, consults with teachers on differentiation and accommodations, and contributes to the school’s multi-tiered system of support (MTSS).

Key Responsibilities

Student Support & Intervention

• Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 academic and executive-functioning support for middle school students
• Support students with organization, study skills, time management, and self-advocacy
• Facilitate small-group skill-building sessions and short-term targeted interventions
• Monitor student progress and adjust supports as needed

Social-Emotional & Behavioral Support

• Collaborate with counselors, advisors, and teachers to support students’ social-emotional well-being
• Help students develop strategies for self-regulation, resilience, and problem-solving
• Support transitions, peer relationships, and school engagement

Collaboration & Consultation

• Partner with classroom teachers to support differentiation, accommodations, and inclusive practices
• Participate in student support meetings, MTSS discussions, and problem-solving teams
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and strategies

Documentation & Systems

• Maintain clear records of interventions, progress monitoring, and support plans
• Contribute to student support documentation in alignment with independent-school practices
• Support smooth transitions between grade levels and divisions as appropriate

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range of $50,000-$70,000 for 10 months plus benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. Independent-school benefits may include professional development support, health benefits, and tuition remission (if applicable).

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@parkcitydayschool.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, special education, school counseling, psychology, or related field preferred
• Experience working with middle school students in an academic or support role
• Knowledge of learning differences, executive-functioning development, and adolescent social-emotional growth
• Familiarity with MTSS frameworks, accommodations, and progress monitoring
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills

Desired Attributes

• Student-centered and strengths-based approach
• Flexible, reflective, and solutions-oriented
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, independent-school environment
• Enthusiasm for middle school learners and their developmental journey

About Park City Day School

Park City Day School is an intimate, community-minded preschool through 8th grade independent school located on a sprawling eleven-acre campus in the world-class resort community of Park City, Utah. We fulfill our mission and achieve our vision through a connected community, highly-engaging project-based curriculum, and programming in the arts, language, outdoor education, and a social emotional learning. A full member of NAIS and grounded in best practices, Park City Day School is also accredited by NWAIS (The Northwest Association of Independent Schools) and a member of the Round Square consortium of 270 schools from around the world.

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