Trinity Preparatory School · 11 hours ago
Learning Specialist, Grades 9-12 , 2026-2027
Winter Park, FL
Part-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTrinity Preparatory School is an independent, coeducational college-preparatory school committed to developing ethical leaders. They are seeking a full-time Learning Specialist for grades 9-12 to provide support for students with learning differences and promote academic success in the Upper School.
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Responsibilities
Review and interpret all psych educational testing and other medical reports, and create an Individual Accommodation Plan for each student with a diagnosis in the Upper School, complete with long-term goals and specific objectives; also update accommodation/learning plans every three years, and update accommodation plans as needed for College Board and ACT applications for accommodations
Observe and evaluate individual students displaying academic or behavioral difficulties and assess their learning strengths and challenges
Provide individualized and small group instruction to diagnosed students (via teacher referrals, school reports, and classroom observations) in grades 9 through 12 in consultation with divisional leadership in all support areas
Partner proactively with Upper School administration and college counseling to support students with different learning styles and faculty in their efforts to advance students with different learning needs
Participate in classroom instruction as needed
Meet regularly with the Division Heads and the student support services teams ( i.e. school nurse, counselors, and other learning specialists) to review at-large student needs and address those needs directly
Develop a roster of students who need individualized learning support, whether due to learning differences, prolonged health absences (illness, concussion, etc.), or mental health needs, and periodically tracking student advancement
Coordinate with 9 through 12 grade faculty to ensure continuity of the curriculum
Lead and attend student support meetings and other meetings deemed appropriate to implement specific support strategies
Stay abreast of current trends with cutting-edge research on learning, study skills, and learning differences support in order to develop a comprehensive learning strategies curriculum for students in grades 9 - 12 or broader
Initiate and schedule parent conferences as needed
Collaborate and gather feedback from the administrators and department chairs in the development, evaluation, and revision of the academic support program to ensure students are prepared for the next grade level
Maintain confidential student records and keep accurate documentation of sessions, meetings, and assessments
Participate in committee, department, and instructional support staff meetings as well as school-sponsored events that would benefit from your area of expertise
Collaborate and finalize the development of a standard operating procedures manual with the Learning Support Team
Pursue professional development opportunities by participating in webinars and online courses as well as attending conferences and professional meetings in order to remain current with industry trends
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator
Meet with students and inform parents/guardians in order to provide tailored interventions that meet individual learning needs
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, materials, and resources to provide academic support and assess student progress
Provide individual curricular support, as well as executive function skills development, to students with learning challenges due to learning disabilities, attention issues, social/emotional concerns, or weak organization and study skills
Teach new and incoming 9th graders an “executive functioning, study skills, and academic habits” seminar
Teach in our Interim Term
Consult regularly with faculty at each grade level to ensure timely academic screening and treatment planning for executive function deficits and learning needs
Promote effective practices in learning within the classroom setting and provide instructional leadership
Partner with faculty to coordinate and implement recommendations and accommodations and to facilitate faculty’s understanding of students’ learning styles
Ensure that faculty understand each student’s learning profile
Mentor faculty in instruction along with differentiated instruction
Support a smooth transition for students to the Upper School and beyond
Qualification
Required
Master's degree from an accredited institution or the international equivalent with a focus in a related field
Minimum of 5 years prior Upper School teaching experience in independent schools preferred, with a strong background in curriculum and instruction
Promotes an inclusive environment that values, encourages, and supports differences, and articulates an authentic commitment to diversity in thought and perspective while holding others accountable for the same
Knowledge of learning disabilities, psycho-educational tests, reports, and assistive technology
Knowledge of administering and interpreting assessments and test results, academic achievement, and diagnostic testing
Experience analyzing data, in terms of what will impact student learning and success
Ability to handle confidential material and situations with discretion and sensitivity
Proven success as a leader in program development
Possess a high degree of self-management and the ability to take initiative while being in continuous communication and collaboration with multiple stakeholders
Full understanding of differentiated instructional strategies across the curriculum
Strong networking skills to ensure access to resources in the broader community
Exceptionally capable in both written and oral communication
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Must pass a Jessica Lunsford Level II background check and drug test
Preferred
Doctoral degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years prior Upper School teaching experience in independent schools preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, 403(b) plans.
Company
Trinity Preparatory School
Trinity Preparatory School is an independent college preparatory day school for grades 6 through 12.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Alex Podchaski
Chief Technology Officer
Michael Drake
Chief Financial Officer
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