Southfield School in Shreveport, Louisiana, seeks a dynamic and experienced Certified Academic Language Therapist to begin in the 2026-2027 school year. This highly qualified individual will work alongside our Reading Specialists in the Southfield Learning Center to provide targeted, research-based therapy to students diagnosed with language-based learning differences.  Qualified candidates for this position should have at least a Master’s degree in Education with a current CALT qualification. The preferred candidate for this position will be trained in multiple intervention programs, including, but not limited to, Scottish Rite’s Take Flight, MTA, UFLI, Orton-Gillingham, and other multi-sensory language programs. 

In the role of the Certified Academic Language Therapist, you will be responsible for supporting intervention for qualified students and providing instructional and behavioral support for teachers and staff. This full-time role seeks an educator with a deep commitment to students who learn differently, someone who truly believes every child can thrive when supported with the right environment, encouragement, and innovative instruction. This person embraces a high-challenge, high-support model and works confidently alongside students with ADHD, dyslexia/dysgraphia, and other learning differences. Grounded in collaboration, they intentionally design and adapt instruction to honor individual learning profiles, strengths, and interests. Through strong, trusting relationships and clear, consistent communication with families, this teacher supports students’ academic growth, social-emotional development, and overall well-being.

• Master’s degree in education, special education, or a related field
• Lead Teacher experience
• Three years of preferred experience supporting students with language-based learning differences  (including 700 hours of supervised clinical experience)
• Valid Louisiana teaching certificate or eligibility to obtain certification
• Credential awarded through the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA)
• Proficient in advanced technology skills 

About Southfield School

Southfield School is an independent, day school for students ages 2 through 8th grade. The school is accredited by ISAS and is a member of NAIS. The school was founded in 1934. Experience Southfield School, a priceless investment in a child’s future. At Southfield, our talented and experienced faculty cultivate curiosity, character, kindness and a lifelong love of learning. Our secure environment surrounds the whole child on a journey through a challenging curriculum that results in exceptional young scholars with self-confidence and integrity.

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