Middle School Learning Specialist (2026-2027)

Classification:Full-Time, 10-month position
Start Date: August 2026
Schedule:Standard school day
Reports To: Academic Resource Center (ARC) Director

What You'll Do 

Direct Student Support

• Work one-on-one, in pairs, and in small groups with students diagnosed with learning differences or other diagnoses that impact achievement
• Address reading, writing, math, executive functioning, study skills, social-emotional wellness, and other identified areas of need based on teacher input and psycho-educational testing
• Develop and implement individualized curriculum, digital tools, charts, games, and other aids to help students access classroom material in alternate forms

Faculty Collaboration & Professional Development

• Collaborate with classroom teachers through Grade Level Teams to determine appropriate student support and accommodations
• Provide periodic faculty professional development on best practices for serving students with learning differences
• Interpret psycho-educational reports and convey pertinent educational recommendations to teachers and parents in clear, accessible language

Family & Community Partnership

• Communicate regularly with parents through conferences and monthly progress comments, keeping families informed of challenges and growth
• Attend and/or schedule conferences with parents and teachers as needed
• Participate actively in the life of the school, including ARC meetings, division meetings, whole-school meetings, and grade-level meetings
• Participate in school community events including occasional evening and weekend responsibilities such as admission open houses, observations, and interviews
• Ensure that students adhere to The Lovett School's behavioral guidelines
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned

Who You Are

Your Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required; Master's in Special Education/Learning Disabilities or Reading/Literacy strongly preferred
• Experience: Minimum 3 years as a Learning Specialist
• Expertise: Proven success implementing diverse learning strategies and interventions; skilled in data-driven decision-making and progress monitoring

Your Strengths

• A skilled specialist and educator: You bring deep expertise in learning differences and a toolkit of evidence-based strategies - and you know how to make them work for real students in real classrooms.
• A trusted advocate: You are the bridge between a student's diagnosis and their daily experience. You interpret psycho-educational evaluations, translate recommendations into practice, and ensure every teacher and parent understands how to best support each child.
• A natural collaborator: You thrive in partnership - with classroom teachers, ARC colleagues, parents, and administrators - and you bring clarity, warmth, and professional insight to every conversation.
• Organized and self-directed: You manage multiple students, concurrent responsibilities, and competing timelines with confidence - without losing sight of the individual in front of you.
• Culturally competent and emotionally intelligent: You are committed to ongoing development of your own cultural self-awareness and bring emotional intelligence to every student interaction, family conference, and faculty collaboration.
• Committed to growth: You pursue professional development with genuine curiosity. A growth mindset is not a phrase for you - it is how you approach your practice every day.

Your Approach

You are a self-starter who takes initiative, a problem-solver who thinks creatively, and an educator who builds trust and rapport with students. You believe in the power of relationships, celebrate small victories, and never give up on a child. You bring energy, empathy, and expertise to your work every single day.

Why Lovett?

Our Community

Join a faculty of passionate educators who genuinely care about one another and the students we serve. You'll be part of a collaborative culture where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your professional growth is supported.

Our Commitment to Whole-Child Education

At Lovett, we educate