Houston Academy Hiring for Upper School Learning Specialist at Dothan, AL Full Time

Houston Academy is a premier independent, college preparatory school located in Dothan, AL. Houston Academy is searching for a high school (grades 9-12) learning specialist (beginning in the 2022-23 school year) to work with students with identified learning disabilities within a college preparatory environment. Houston Academy seeks to provide a unique opportunity for students who have diagnosed learning disabilities to receive a rigorous education within a college preparatory environment.

Requirements

The ideal applicant will possess the following:
Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply psychoeducational testing;

Experience teaching US students with learning disabilities;

General knowledge to assist US students with rigorous content in math, science, social studies and English;

Strong leadership skills; and

The ability to collaborate across content areas.

Job Duties

– Provide direct and indirect instructional support and resources to students and teachers in a positive environment;

– Create and share academic support plans for students with faculty who work with that student and update that plan, as needed;

– Provide training for staff and parents to assist students with learning difficulties;

– Assist students to improve executive functioning skills: study skills, test taking skills, time management, organization, and planning; and

– Participate in campus and community events.

Information

Salary will be commensurate with degree level and teaching experience.

Houston Academy is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the Southern Association of Independent Schools, and the Alabama Association of Independent Schools.

Houston Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It strives to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap or disability in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. It is the intent and resolve of Houston Academy to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation and training.

Contact Information

If interested in this position, please email your vitae, list of at least 3 references, and a personal/educational statement to Dr. Vincent Janney at janneyv@houstonacademy.com.