Director of Academic Support Programs and Learning Resources

Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a full-time Director of Academic Support Programs and Learning Resources with responsibilities to begin on July 1, 2026. This position reports directly to the Head of School and is a member of the Administrative Team.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

Manage multiple learning specialists and counselors in each division, as well as record-keeping and program

Interpret psychological educational testing

Assist in the development of interventions for behavioral, psychological or academic issues for students ranging from age 3 through grade 12

Ability to hold and conceive the entire scope of the program, across all divisions, similar to a Division Head in terms of leadership, time, schedule and student needs

Work with Division Heads to evaluate members of Student Support Services

Support the priorities of the school

Work with the Admissions Committee and the College Counseling Office in managing content of student learning profiles

Lead Student Support Teams (SST) in all divisions

Lead the communication to the parent community about services and accommodations to support diverse learners.

Assist with faculty training regarding student support, consult with teachers and support services on academic issues, including accommodations for learning differences

Regularly communicate with parents and outside professionals regarding academic and treatment plans for students or for general consultations

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

Master's degree or higher in, special education, psychology, or school psychology, with Doctorate in psychology or related area preferred

At least five years of, school psychology, or educational intervention experience, with appropriate and current professional certificate/license

Experience working with school-age children and adolescents

Crisis management experience

Knowledge of learning differences and accommodations

Knowledge of local mental health and educational resources

A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning

Physical Conditions

Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:

Classroom environment

Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)

Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)

Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in the classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.

A non-smoking campus