Location: Fairfield,CT, USA
Job Description:
Fairfield College Preparatory School, an all-boys Jesuit, Catholic high school of excellence located on the campus of Fairfield University for students in ninth through twelfth grade, is currently accepting applications for a Learning Specialist (ten-month position)
Fairfield Prep Mission Statement
Fairfield College Preparatory School is a Jesuit, Catholic School of excellence forming young men of intellectual competence, who possess the conscience to make wise decisions, a compassion for others, and a commitment to justice in our global society.
Fairfield Prep Vision Statement
Fairfield College Preparatory School strives to be a reflective community of faith, in which students revere their relationship with God and with one another. We are committed to graduating transformational leaders who will respond to global and ecological challenges in an interconnected world marked by profound change.
Department: Academic Support
Reports To: Director of Academic Support
Basic Function: Provide learning support and instruction to students with diverse learning needs in individual and small group settings
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary or Special Education. Master's degree or the current pursuit of a Master's Degree is preferred.
Extensive knowledge of learning differences and effective teaching practices for students with disabilities
Knowledge of relevant technology and other resources to aid student learning
Familiarity with Individualized Education Plans and 504 Accommodation Plans
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, and school administration
Essential Functions:
Provide one-to-one and small group instruction for students with diverse learning needs, building skills in essential functions including basic reading, writing, math, and study skills
Help students to develop effective learning strategies that promote academic growth
Use school platforms (PrepConnect, Schoology) to track student work and identify areas of need
Regularly assess student progress and determine the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques
Provide frequent communication with parents to support academic progress at home
Help students utilize assistive technology and other resources to facilitate learning
Provide consultation to classroom teachers regarding instructional interventions and accommodations to meet the needs of students with disabilities
Engage in ongoing professional development to keep up to date on best teaching practices, effective strategies and resources for students with learning needs
Work in collaboration with the Director of Academic Support to identify and remediate student learning issues as they arise
Assist in developing appropriate interventions for a broader group of students who are struggling to make sufficient academic progress
Provide regular updates to administration regarding student progress.
Support the Jesuit, Catholic mission and identity of Fairfield Prep
This position is based at Fairfield College Preparatory School's Fairfield, CT campus and is not eligible for immigration assistance.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain, and should not be interpreted as containing, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
Category:
Prep - Admin
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
*Disclaimer
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Load a resume or CV first, then upload supporting documents including a cover letter at the bottom of the third page under the My Experience section where it says to upload a Resume/CV . You will be able to upload up to 5 other documents in this section. You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying.
Faculty Positions : If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email the additional documents to the applicable contact in the job description.
Staff positions : If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email them to ...@fairfield.edu