Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Learning Specialist

DEPARTMENT:

Faculty

REPORTS TO:

Principal

FLSA STATUS:

Full Time; Salaried; Exempt; Contract

DATE:

May 20, 2025

Responsibility

This position is responsible for the instruction, support, and evaluation of students, providing student feedback, managing student conduct, taking daily attendance, and providing a moral and ethical role model both in and out of the school.

Instructional Practice and Student Development

Provide one-on-one and small group support/instruction for students in grades 9-12. Differentiate instruction based on student learning styles and needs. Evaluate students frequently using best practices of authentic assessments, both formative and summative. Work with classroom faculty to analyze results and refocus instruction based on student needs, interests, and gaps in learning. Coordinate tutoring program. Monitor and support the peer tutoring program to ensure effectiveness and student engagement. Follow up regularly with students who are struggling academically to provide targeted interventions and support. Design and implement summer bridge programs to prepare students for academic success in the upcoming school year. Coordinate extended time requests for SAT/ACT with College Board and other appropriate entities. Track student growth with progress monitoring. Collaborate with teachers to assist in the implementation of accommodations in the classroom. Collaborate with Corporate Work Study Department to develop academic applications for corporate workplace skills. Communicate with teachers and guidance counselors about individual student progress. Communicate with outside specialists and/or tutors. Set high expectations for student development and ensure all students achieve grade-level proficiency to prepare for success in college. Maintain a safe and orderly environment in which students can freely ask questions and be inspired to learn. Maintain positive rapport with students and classroom faculty. Participate in the school's professional learning community and instructional coaching. Attend to parent concerns and communicate with parents, when necessary, in a manner that is timely, professional, and compassionate. Interact professionally with adults and students within the guidelines of the Boundaries Policy. Participate in essential school events, including Open House, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Baccalaureate Mass, and Graduation. Some nights and weekends may be required. Be present in a classroom or designated area during the assigned times from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

Leadership and Collaboration

Understand and appreciate the developmental and educational benefits of the school's Corporate Work Study Program. Commit to growing your own cultural competency and developing an appreciation of the diverse cultural background and experiences of our families. Consider serving as a moderator/coach of at least one student club or athletic team. Serve on faculty committees, as needed; offer instructional coaching; visit classrooms. Act as a chaperone/leader of field trips, immersion experiences, retreats, service opportunities, and other activities. Fill-in as a substitute teacher for absent teachers when needed. Participate in grade-level meetings to better understand student needs. Communicate regularly with parents/families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school partnership. Understand your own teaching practice as developmental; tap into available resources from colleagues and external sources to continually reflect on and improve your teaching.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in education or in the primary teaching area is required. A Master's degree is preferred. Teaching experience in a Catholic or an independent school is preferred. A minimum of three (3) professional references. A completed background check Knowledge of the Zoom video conferencing platform.



Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment.