New Roads School provides an inspired college preparatory program from which an authentically diverse student population, mirroring the rich diversity of Los Angeles, develops a personal dedication to learning, a respect for independent thinking, an expanding curiosity about the world and its people, and a commitment to the common good.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Learning (Grades 6 - 8) is part of the Leadership Team within the K-8 Division of the School. The Director of Learning (Grades 6 - 8) ensures that New Roads develops the capacity of its educators to serve a range of learners, fostering an environment that promotes “the recognition, appreciation, and encouragement of each person’s full and unique human potential,” and provides specific strategies and supports to enable each student the opportunity to actualize his or her full potential. The Director of Learning also works, individually and collaboratively with the Student Support Learning Services Team to support our neurodiverse student population of the school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support students both inside and outside the classroom by providing individualized strategies that address their unique learning needs, collaborating with teachers to adapt instruction, and offering ongoing guidance to help students build confidence, independence, and academic success across all environments.
• Collaborate with administration and faculty regarding each student to responsibly convey and meet their needs, and communicate with their family.
• With the K-12 Director of Learning Support Services, oversee the administration, allocation and delivery of Learning Support for Grades 6 through 8.
• Attend all student support meetings and implement specific strategies and mechanisms that promote accountability for students and their support network.
• Attend Divisional Meetings and lead those related to Learning.
• Oversee, Manage and proofread Academic reporting.
• Execute student accommodations/minor adjustments, including on standardized tests (eg. ISA).
• Prepare and administer standardized testing (eg. ISA).
• Schedule meetings with all incoming families who have documented learning needs on file, as well as annual meetings with faculty to assist in transitioning students from one year to the next.
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, parents, staff and external professionals regarding assessing and identifying students in need, subsequent referrals, observations, drafting/expanding upon student plans and arranging onsite support.
• Collaborate with teachers to identify and help implement differentiated strategies within the classroom to support all students.
• Coach teachers to build their capacity in using differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Regularly follow-up with teachers to monitor effectiveness of accommodations / minor adjustments implemented and / or provide new strategies.
• Maintain a list of outside support specialists including tutors, educational therapists, psychologists / psychiatrists, and provide information to families as needed.
• Coordinate the use of external tutors, learning specialists, educational therapists, and other resources.
• Work as the liaison between school and any additional service providers.
• Develop responsive curriculum for and oversee Study Skills classes for 6th Grade, new students and others deemed to benefit from this explicit program that support Executive Functioning.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be flexible, understanding and display a good sense of humor.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, New Roads’ mission, philosophy and approach to education.
• Have a genuine desire to be an exemplary model of compassion, competence, humility and curiosity with the capacity to vulnerably make mistakes, learn from them and move on.
• Communicate respectfully, thoughtfully yet assertively with parents/guardians, remaining sensitive and open to different families’ cultures, values and needs.
• Ideal candidates will be excited to join our vibrant school community, attend our varied events, participate where possible and contribute to this exciting next chapter of New Roads’ history.
• Participate in the Admissions process and support the Admissions team.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s or equivalent in Educational Psychology, Educational Therapy, or Neuropsychology or a related field (required).
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Extensive knowledge of learning differences coupled with a commitment and respect for diversity.
• Strong collaboration skills with children and adults.
• Understanding of and commitment to motivating students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Commitment to increasing knowledge of best practices and current research.
• Ability to perform all of the essential functions, skills, and specification of the position
• Experience and evidence of your expertise in curriculum development, instructional coaching, and student support services.
• Knowledge of best practices in pedagogy, child development, and social-emotional learning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining a calm and thoughtful approach to problem-solving.
• A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy

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