LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE UPPER SCHOOL LEARNING SPECIALIST FALL

Job Description

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE UPPER SCHOOL LEARNING SPECIALIST

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, Ga., with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community where differences are embraced and students, parents/caregivers, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute Upper School Learning Specialist for the Fall 2025 semester. The ideal candidate is an expert in the field of learning disabilities and has a passion for empowering students, celebrating their personal growth and equipping them with strategies that will foster their learning. The candidate must also value students’ social-emotional well-being as well as their unique learning styles, and must demonstrate proven success implementing best practices. Working with the Head of Upper School, Director of the Academic Resource Center (ARC), faculty and parents/caregivers, the Upper School Learning Specialist provides academic support to students on issues that affect their learning, as well as guidance to families and faculty surrounding various learning styles.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication, administrative, critical thinking and organizational skills, as well as possess a positive, engaging personality and the willingness to work collaboratively with other learning specialists, administration, faculty, staff and parents/caregivers. The successful candidate demonstrates strong emotional intelligence, values healthy relationships and sees the best in each student.

A proven track record in analyzing diagnostic assessments, literacy, language development, written language, identification/remediation of learning differences and related accommodations, as well as developing targeted lesson plans, is essential. A desire to be an active member of the school community is vital.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates a warm, welcoming environment in the ARC for students, parents/caregivers, faculty and staff

Meets weekly with the Director of Academic Resource Center

Accepts feedback from the Director of Academic Resource Center

Maintains confidentiality and student integrity

Develops detailed lesson objectives for students that align with their learning profile

Explicitly teaches concepts and strategies to support academic success

Meets with faculty and parents to discuss student progress

Works collaboratively with other Learning Specialists

Composes progress reports for each student receiving ARC support

Completes checklists and questionnaires as requested by outside specialists

Understands psycho-educational evaluations and uses them to inform their instructional goals

Leads parent meetings to discuss learning objectives and strategies

Creates systems that aid students’ organizational skills

Collaborates with Pace faculty and outside professionals (ex. psychologists, speech-language pathologists, etc.) to address students’ needs

Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching and classroom culture

Attends mandatory training, professional development and education in antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion

Models and reinforces the Upper School Code of Conduct

Communicates effectively with parents/caregivers in a timely manner

Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops

Attends faculty meetings, Open House and Graduation as directed by the supervisor

Other duties may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Special Education or in Education

Advanced degree required

Experience as a Learning Specialist preferred (i.e., experience with ADHD, learning disabilities, non-traditional learners)

Experience teaching in Upper School academics

Belief in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school so as to foster a sense of belonging

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Adaptability in dealing with change or unexpected events to ensure the general welfare of the school

A positive outlook, flexibility, strong desire to work with children and a collaborative, nurturing nature are necessary

Must be able to work on campus, for in-person learning

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Classroom environment that may regularly require the employee to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop or kneel

Ability to sit at a computer desk for an extended period

Ability to operate a computer, smart board and/or projector

Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 30-50 lbs with assistance

Department: Academic Resource/Upper School

Reports To: Director of Academic Resource Center

FLSA Status: Exempt, Temporary Position

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Academic Resource Center

Learn more about the Pace Academy Upper School

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity

How to Apply:

Attach the following in a Word or PDF format; Resume, Cover Letter, List of three references when applying online.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Part-time