Director of Learning Services

Director of Learning Services Beginning August 2024 Description: The Director of Learning Services develops, coordinates, and implements a comprehensive academic support program for students in Kindergarten through grade nine. The Director leads the Learning Services Department, supervises and evaluates the work of learning specialists in all divisions, and serves as a resource to classroom teachers. The Director works collaboratively with teachers and parents to support students of strong intellectual ability, high academic potential, and varied learning styles. The Director of Learning Services reports to the Assistant Head of School for the Educational Program. This position is full-time with benefits. On-campus housing may be available. Qualifications: The Director of Learning Services understands the needs of elementary and middle school age children with varied learning profiles. The ideal candidate will have practiced for a minimum of 10 years as a learning specialist or in a similar role and will have significant academic management experience, preferably in an independent school or equivalent clinical supervision experience. Broad and deep familiarity with educational, psychological, and neuropsychological testing is required. The Director must possess strong interpersonal skills, including the proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues throughout the school. A master’s degree in special education or a related field is required. Responsibilities include: Oversee case management for students with documented learning differences Maintain department records, including those for students approved for accommodations and teachers who work with them Ensure appropriate staffing to meet students’ needs Place and schedule students with Learning Specialists Create summary psycho-educational profiles for teachers Manage contract process for support services Monitor fees for service Regularly review student progress with Learning Specialists Lead weekly department meetings Regularly observe and formally evaluate Learning Specialists Support the ongoing professional development of Learning Specialists and faculty members Review Learning Specialists’ reports to families Consult with the Director of Admission, Director of Counseling Services, Director of Secondary School Counseling, and division heads as needed Work with Fay School’s consulting psychologist to determine appropriate accommodations for students Conduct student assessments and refer families to outside resources as required Present current research and recommend teaching methods to Learning Specialists and teachers Fay School values teachers who believe in differentiated and developmentally-aligned approaches to teaching and learning, integrate instructional technology, understand the importance of cultural competence, and are attuned to the social and emotional growth of young students. At Fay, faculty and staff engage in and support school-wide equity and inclusion efforts. Fay seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the diversity of our school community Fay School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, military service, or any other category protected under applicable law, in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.