Learning Specialist in the Primary and Lower Schools

Viewpoint School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school serving 1,200 students in grades TK-12. Viewpoint is located in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County on a 40-acre campus in Calabasas, close to the countless urban and recreational destinations Los Angeles has to offer.Viewpoint School prioritizes the quality of the student experience within a context of achievement, and encourages broad student participation in academic and co-curricular opportunities. The school community is unified by a shared set of values and seeks always to strengthen its culture of learning, purpose, caring, and challenge. Viewpoint asks teachers to create relational classroom climates conducive to collaboration, creativity, and application. Employees are part of a dynamic community of bright, engaged students and colleagues. Balancing academic achievement with student wellness is also a priority for the School.We are honored to have been named 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 Best Place to Work in SoCal by Best Companies Group. Our talented staff are the ones that made this happen and make this a great place to work every day. What makes this news even better? We're hiring!Viewpoint School is currently seeking a Learning Specialist in the Primary and Lower Schools. The Learning Specialist in the Primary and Lower Schools coordinates and implements efforts in student academic support.Position RequirementsExpert in phonics instruction, reading instruction, intervention programs, math support, and executive functioning strategiesDifferentiates instruction as needed (in content, process, product, and environment)Assists teachers in classrooms to help adjust, modify, and enrich curricular approaches and improve pedagogySeeks out new and innovative curricula, texts, and learning strategies for possible implementation for students who need supportRemains current with accepted and appropriate instructional theory, practice and research, including engaging in regular and strategic professional development to advance the role of the Learning Specialist (including local and national seminars, webinars, and conferences)Assesses and documents student progress and achievement; assesses and analyzes student strengths and needs; designs and implements appropriate instruction to facilitate learning and growth; manages documentation of student needs and disseminates recommendations (learning profiles) to facultyAssists students and teachers with various organizational strategies, study skills, alleviation of anxiety, and executive functioning strategiesSupports students’ transitions into next grade and divisionAttends meetings for all students with learning profilesWorks in conjunction with Divisional Directors to recommend tutors, neuropsychologists, educational therapists, reading specialists, etcCommunicates with outside educational specialists attending to students’ needsEstablishes and maintains frequent communication with teachers and administrators about students’ academic needsCommunicates with teachers, as necessary, regarding the meeting of student accommodations in the classroom and what is required of students for specific assignments and/or projectsAssists with admissions screenings and reviews filesOrganizes standardized testing accommodations for students with learning profilesAttends and participates in faculty meetings, committee meetings, school functions, and professional development activities during and after school hours as needed, appropriate, and assignedExperience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities RequiredCandidate must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and a minimum of three years of experience in a related role within a schoolCandidate must possess strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally with all members of a school communityCandidate must adhere to strict student confidentialityCandidate must possess experience in reading and interpreting Neuropsychological Evaluations and other forms of diagnostic documentationCandidate must be able to communicate rapidly and effectively with all constituents in a school environmentOutstanding interpersonal and communication skills, and strong discernment and decision making aptitude are essential to be successful in this positionMust have organizational and time management skillsMust demonstrate competency with basic word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and computer functionsAbility to use basic office equipmentHigh level of professionalism and ethical standards; upholds the philosophy, principles, policies, and procedures of the SchoolIn addition to the position described above, you agree to perform other duties and responsibilities as shall be assigned by Head of School or other supervisorCompensation: Anticipated compensation is $110,000 - $120,000 depending on experience