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The Differentiated Learning Specialist supports differentiated instruction practices and programs and reports to the Director of Studies. The Differentiated Learning Specialist collaborates with the Division Directors, Department Chairs, and Faculty to ensure the practice of differentiation is occurring in all classrooms. The Differentiated Learning Specialist focuses on research-informed, student-focused instruction, and works with teachers on ensuring that all students are adequately challenged. Whenever relevant, the Differentiated Learning Specialist works with teachers on developing specific enrichment lessons and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with teachers to help research, plan, model, and implement effective differentiated instruction strategies; co-teach when appropriate
• Research, develop, and provide resources to teachers to support differentiation practices and strategies
• Provide support for gifted and twice-exceptional students
• Provide enrichment services to students working on independent study projects (a.k.a. Type III Enrichment Support), as relevant
• Be a team member of the Student Support Team (SST)
• Contribute to the planning of club time to introduce and oversee programs. 
• Collaborate with the Educational Technology Coordinator to research and implement the use of tools and learning systems beneficial to students and faculty in matters of differentiation and enrichment
• Build teachers’ and students’ confidence and self-esteem in practicing differentiation
• Evaluate and assess individual students’ skills, when necessary, for enrichment opportunities.
• Lead in-house professional development
• Teach 1-2 classes
• Support the unit school concept through participation in cross-divisional faculty and student-based activities.
• Actively participates in curriculum review and development process. 
• Essential knowledge and skills of effective teaching in K-12 environments
• Flexible and cooperative attitude
• Ability to professionally and compassionately relate to children of different learning styles and backgrounds
• Belief in and practice of engaged, life-long learning through professional development
• Have demonstrated the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with subject-matter colleagues and families

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field

• 5 years of teaching experience 

• Proven experience successfully implementing differentiation practices in a classroom setting

• Experience in curriculum development and evaluation of the effectiveness of educational programs
• Ability to effectively work independently and collaboratively 

About Commonwealth Academy

We are a leader in differentiated instruction for students with ADHD, executive functioning challenges, and mild learning differences, and bring equal parts expertise and compassion to the work we do. With an emphasis on college prep, Commonwealth Academy empowers students to fully explore their intellectual passions and potential while fostering the growth that enables them to excel now and in the future. Our tight-knit community allows for the types of learning environments, relationships, and opportunities where kids are seen and supported for who they are and able to become their very best selves. We see the value, spark, and promise in every young person we have the pleasure to know. Commonwealth Academy offers employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes: health/dental/vision, long-term and short-term disability, life insurance,403b plan, tuition remission, and professional development reimbursement. Commonwealth Academy recognizes and values the wide range of voices and perspectives in all spheres of the academic enterprise. Through this exchange of views and experiences, our students gain the skills, knowledge, and attitude that will prepare them to be le...aders in an increasingly multicultural world. The school honors its commitment to inclusion through admission policies, hiring practices, professional development, and curriculum. The Board, administration, faculty, staff, parents, and students are committed to a positive, pluralistic environment where the academic and social well-being of all students is affirmed and assured, as well as to policies that promote inclusiveness, social justice and respect for all, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, and gender identity/expression.

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