Learning Support Specialist (2026-2027)

Job Description

St. Brendan Catholic School is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and student centered Learning Support Specialist (25 Hours Per Week) to join our vibrant PK-8 community. This part time role plays a vital part in ensuring that every learner-regardless of background, learning style, or ability-has access to a high quality, inclusive, and faith centered Catholic education.

We are a warm, mission driven school with one class per grade and approximately 250 students. Our strong parent partnership and active parish community create a joyful, supportive environment where educators thrive and students grow as Disciples of Christ.

Position Overview
The Learning Support Specialist provides academic, behavioral, and social emotional intervention through direct student support, coaching for teachers, and partnerships with families. This role champions the dignity of every learner and helps shape the school's vision for inclusion, differentiated instruction, and student success.

Key Responsibilities
Student Support & Intervention

Provide individualized and small group instruction for students in grades K-8
Lead scheduled intervention classes
Design and implement accommodations, modifications, and learning strategies
Create and monitor data informed behavior support plans
Use evidence based instructional practices to meet academic, behavioral, and SEL goals
Support students in developing executive functioning, self advocacy, and social emotional skills
Collaborate with evaluators, therapists, and the Student Support Team on assessment and student plans

Teacher Collaboration

Partner with teachers to implement differentiated instruction and UDL practices
Model inclusive strategies and co teach when appropriate
Assist with accessible assessment design
Collaborate with the Archdiocese Diversified Learners Committee

Family Partnership

Build strong relationships with families
Communicate student needs, progress, and strategies with clarity and compassion

Program Development

Contribute to the growth of the school's learning support and inclusion programs
Maintain accurate and confidential documentation
Provide or help coordinate staff professional development
Support administrative compliance with relevant policies and best practices

Faith & Mission Alignment

Model Catholic values of dignity, compassion, justice, and respect
Support students' spiritual development
Actively contribute to the mission and Catholic identity of the school

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or related field (Master's preferred)
Valid teaching certificate
Experience in inclusive education or specialized learning support
Knowledge of MTSS, evidence based interventions, and assessment tools
Strong communication, collaboration, and coaching skills
Commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church

Compensation
Salary Range: $35,000-$50,000 (based on experience, qualifications, market data, and internal equity)
Benefits: This position is not benefits eligible

How to Apply
Please complete the required application at https://mycatholicschool.org/careers-employment/ and email your cover letter and resume to: catherines@school.saintbrendan.org

About the Employer

The mission of St. Brendan Catholic School, in partnership with parents and our parish community, embraces a Catholic identity centered on the Eucharist to empower our students to act as Disciples of Christ, use their God-given gifts in service to the Church and community, and achieve academic excellence.