GENERAL SUMMARY:

Roland Park Country School, a K-12 independent girls’ school, seeks a part-time (50%) Middle School Learning Specialist to begin August 2026. The individual in this position reports directly to the Middle School Head and will work in collaboration and partnership with the Director of Learning Support. The Middle School Learning Specialist will work with early adolescent girls in grades 5–8 and should have a strong desire to help educate courageous scholars. This individual collaborates with passionate educators to provide push-in, small group, individual, and consultative support to meet the developmental and learning needs of Middle School students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide research-based instructional and developmental support for students in grades 5-8 through push-in support, small-group instruction, and individual meetings.
• Provide differentiated instruction to students to address the development of reading comprehension, written language organization, executive functioning, attentional skills, and academic self-advocacy.
• Support student achievement across Middle School content areas by providing additional instructional support, including targeted intervention for students navigating the mathematics curriculum.
• Collaborate with Middle School faculty and the Learning Support team to promote student-centered learning through the application of effective differentiation and individual student accommodations.
• Lead or support with study skills classes.
• Communicate with and provide support to parents as needed regarding students’ learning needs and well-being.
• Review psychoeducational evaluations to develop Individualized Student Education Plans (ISEPs) and partner with the Lead Nurse to design and implement Individualized Student Health Plans (ISHPs).
• Develop, facilitate, and collaborate on professional development activities for Middle School faculty.

• Partner with interdepartmental teams, faculty, and external service providers to ensure a holistic approach to meeting student needs.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with research in learning support and neurodiversity.
• Understands the social-emotional needs of adolescents. 
• Respects and values the School’s Mission and Core Values. 
• Creates a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere. 
• Has other reasonable duties as assigned by the Middle School Head or Head of School. 

Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK CONDITIONS: 

• The Middle School Learning Specialist is a 50 %, exempt 10 month position. 
• The individual in this position is expected to work during all hours as may be assigned by the School and during other hours for events and activities.
• The Middle School Learning Specialist is expected to perform their job duties on campus, unless otherwise permitted by the Head of School. 

COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE: In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The salary range for this position is $27,250 - $43,750 annually. Compensation is determined based on factors such as Experience, Qualifications, and Internal equity. 

BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION: Additionally, this position includes a comprehensive benefits package and other forms of compensation, including: 

• Employer-provided health benefits for full time and full time reduced employees: medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, mental health support services, wellness program, free access to fitness center onsite, and free lunch daily. 
• Paid time off for full time and full time reduced employees: vacation days (for 12 month employees), sick leave, personal days, winter break & spring break based on school calendar schedule. 
• Retirement plan: 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions (required minimum hours worked after 1 year of service.) 

EOE STATEMENT: RPCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, and all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact Human Resources.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

• Strong intercultural competencies with demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to create safe spaces for students to take intellectual risks and develop positive self-esteem.
• Demonstrated experience working with students on math skills and competency.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to helping students find their voices.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with colleagues, students, and parents professionally and with tact.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a highly motivated team.
• Strong work ethic and high level of integrity.

• Values a socially inclusive environment and responds with sensitivity and awareness to the needs of a diverse student population.
• Familiarity with giving and receiving feedback for professional growth. 

 REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Speech-Language Pathology or related field. Masters degree and Certificate of Clinical Competence a plus.
• Minimum 5 years experience working with school-age students with language-based and math-based learning needs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Remain in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for extended periods of time. 
• Repeat motion of wrists, hands, and fingers to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer and phone. 
• Requires visual acuity to read a variety of written materials. 
• Physical agility: stand, kneel, walk, run, push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, reach overhead, crouch, and respond to emergencies. 
• Must be able to move around and access all parts of the campus upon request, which includes gym, turf, fields, dining hall, etc. 
• Occasionally ascend and descend stairs in emergency situations. 

About Roland Park Country School

School Philosophy Roland Park Country School, a traditionally all-girls college preparatory school, is dedicated to the intellectual and moral development of its students. We cultivate creativity, independence of thought, tenacity of purpose, self-discipline, and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We maintain high academic standards, uphold tradition, and promote innovation. We nurture a cooperative, resilient spirit within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. In a diverse, inclusive, and joyful community, Roland Park Country School strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning, as well as the responsibility to look within and beyond themselves to contribute to and serve as stewards and leaders of their communities. Equal Opportunity Employment Policy RPCS is an equal opportunity employer. The School is committed to equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and decisions including but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and disciplinary action. RPCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, a medical condition resulting fr...om pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law (“Protected Categories”).

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