Washington, D.C.
Posted: 26-May-23
Location: Potomac, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on experience
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal School seeks a Lower School Learning Specialist. This full-time, benefits-eligible position will oversee the Preschool through grade 5 internal support team to coordinate intervention services and facilitate grade-level student learning profiles and academic accommodation plans among other duties.
Qualifications: A master’s degree in an educational field; at least five years of experience in classroom teaching or administration in a school setting; a high level of interpersonal and leadership skills to work with staff and parents dealing with sensitive and confidential issues; and a commitment to the belief that all children can learn and succeed in school. The Learning Specialist reports to the Co-Heads of the Lower School and serves as an advisor, facilitator, and coordinator on issues and services relating to the educational well-being and individual learning plans of students enrolled or pursuing enrollment to the school. This is a full-time and benefits-eligible position that begins August 16, 2023.
The mission of St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is to know and inspire each child in an inclusive community dedicated to exceptional teaching, learning, and service.
Founded in 1978, St. Andrew’s is a co-educational independent day school, enrolling approximately 700 students in preschool through grade 12. St. Andrew’s faculty and staff uphold a powerfully innovative, positive culture that challenges and supports one of the most broadly diverse student bodies in greater Washington. The school seeks growth-minded, highly motivated, collaborative faculty and staff that will continue the school’s growth and focus on the development of each student’s full potential. Visit www.saes.org to learn more.
Consistent with the values of an Episcopal school, St. Andrews is committed to a diverse and inclusive community with respect to race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, family status, economic circumstance, age, and physical disability in its student body, faculty, and staff. Pursuant to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, St. Andrews does not discriminate in the administration of admission, financial aid or loan practices, educational or other school-sponsored programs and activities, or in the hiring or terms of employment of faculty and staff, except that the Chaplain shall be a member of the clergy of the Episcopal Church.
Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to:
Jordan Love, Co-Head of Lower School
employment@saes.org
