Department

Lab School High School Faculty

Job Information

Job Summary:

The University High School Learning Coordinator is a vital member of the Learning and Counseling team and is dedicated to ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and challenged. They demonstrate a commitment to removing barriers to learning, ensuring support services are accessible and sensitive to a diverse student body. The Learning Coordinator provides direct service to students with and without learning differences to help them discover their unique strengths and build essential academic skills. By developing individualized accommodations plans, partnering with teachers to cultivate inclusive learning environments, and guiding families through the standardized testing accommodations process, the Learning Coordinator helps foster a culture where every student can thrive. The anticipated start date for this position is 8/24/2026.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage a caseload of students with documented learning differences, ensuring their individual needs are met within the high school program.

• Provide direct support to students, focusing on executive functioning, study strategies, and self-advocacy skills.

• Analyze neuropsychological and educational evaluations to determine eligibility for school-based services and accommodations.

• Develop, implement, and monitor accommodation plans that are seamlessly integrated into students' daily classroom experiences.

• Serve as a member of the Learning and Counseling Department, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings to support student wellness and academic success.

• Facilitate regular communication with parents regarding student progress, external evaluations, and transition planning.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to translate individualized accommodation plans into actionable classroom strategies that meet students’ diverse learning needs. 

• Manage the submission and approval process for standardized testing accommodations, serving as the primary liaison between families and testing boards.

• The Learning Coordinator reports to the High School Principal and is evaluated in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Full time teachers are expected to work a 40 hour week and the required number of days as stipulated in the Faculty Association contract. 

• All teachers are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

• Perform other related duties as needed.

Competencies:

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students required.

• Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.

• Knowledge of diversity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students required.

• Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.

• Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.

• Strong knowledge of child development required.

• Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools required.

• Analytical skills required.

• Problem-solving skills required.

• Decision-making skills required.

• Attention to detail required.

• Organizational skills required.

• Computational skills required.

• Creativity required.

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Interpersonal skills required.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.

• Ability to manage stressful situations required.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality required.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines required.

• Ability to use standard productivity software (Microsoft Office, calendar/schedule software, etc.) required.

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

Education:

• Master's degree in special education, educational psychology, learning disabilities or closely-related field required. 

Experience:

• Three years of experience working directly with high school students, specifically managing a caseload of students with diverse learning profiles required.

• Experience working with several stakeholders (teachers, counselors, administrators, parents, etc.) to support student social-emotional and academic growth required.

• Experience interpreting neuropsychological and educational evaluations and translating clinical findings into actionable classroom accommodation plans required.

• Ability to teach and develop academic and executive functioning skills preferred.

• Familiarity with current trends and strategies for differentiating instruction at the secondary level preferred. 

• Familiarity with frameworks associated with Universal Design for Learning preferred.

• Knowledge of standardized testing accommodation procedures and experience navigating the accommodation request process for College Board (SAT/AP) and ACT Services for Students with Disabilities preferred.

• Teaching experience preferred.

Certifications:

• Valid state teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education (e.g., LBS1) or certification in language-based learning disorders, educational therapy, or other related professions preferred.

Working Conditions: 

• Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.

• Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.

• When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.

• Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

Pay Range:

• $74,968 - $166,645

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Professional References

Yes

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Range

$74,968.00 - $166,645.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Union

000- American Federation of Teachers , Local 2063

Job is Exempt

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Date

2026-05-06