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Part-time Lower School Learning Specialist
Latin School of Chicago
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Posted: 20-Jan-26
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Part Time
Salary: $32,311-$57,488
Salary Details:
Eligible for full benefits
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
Latin School of Chicago provides its students with a rigorous and innovative educational program in a community that embraces diversity of people, cultures and ideas. Latin inspires its students to pursue their passions and lead lives of purpose and excellence.
Latin School of Chicago is seeking an innovative and collaborative Part-time Learning Specialist for prekindergarten through fourth grade starting Fall 2026 who is passionate about student learning and supporting students with learning differences. As a member of the Learning Resources team, the Learning Specialist will collaborate with co- learning specialists, the reading and math specialists, counselors, homeroom teachers, administrators, and parents to identify and meet the needs of students identified with learning differences and as at-risk.
The Part-time Learning Specialist will be half time (20 hours and 5 days per week) and eligible for our full benefits package.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and implement remediation for individual students and small groups, in push-in and pull-out environments
Support students using specialized instruction in reading, written language, mathematics, and executive functioning
Support teachers with implementing classroom accommodations and modifications for specific students and supporting the needs of all learners
Actively participate in meetings with the Learning Resource team, counselors, teachers, and administrators in order to support students’ academic and social-emotional needs
Support the data collection process for reading/ math screenings SK-Gr4.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to identify strategies and develop plans to address students’ growth and development
Maintain records regarding students progress and school performance
Serve as a case manager and liaison among outside professionals, teachers, and families to coordinate instruction and related services for students
Write personalized narratives twice yearly that effectively communicate their students’ progress
Read, summarize, communicate data from diagnostic evaluations, as well as identify and describe cognitive and academic areas needing support
Continue ongoing professional development, collaboration with colleagues, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in elementary education, special education, or related field with special education/ LBS1 certification
Master's degree in learning disabilities, speech and language, special education, or related field preferred
3-5 years teaching experience required
Training and experience with multi-sensory, structured literacy and math programs required
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Understanding of typical and atypical child development, including the underlying neurological and cognitive processes, such as memory, language development, and visual-spatial processing
Understanding of growth mindset concepts and executive functioning skills
Deep and broad knowledge and experience with literacy and mathematics content, instructional practices, and evidence-based intervention programs
Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as proven ability to take initiative and work with a diversity of colleagues as a member of a team
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficient computer skills, including experience with Google Workspace and programs/ apps supporting literacy and math development
Knowledge of data collection tools (e.g., FastBridge) to support intervention practices and of diagnostic evaluations in order to utilize testing results and recommendations
Candidates should complete the application and submit a resume, cover letter, and statement of educational philosophy.
Latin School embraces diversity of people, cultures, and ideas and is an equal opportunity employer.
Since 1888, Latin has been committed to academic excellence in an environment that creates a life-long love of learning and supports students as they pursue their passions. Our school is home to students from throughout the city and suburbs and we value the variety of experiences that they bring to our learning environment. “Of Chicago” is more than a part of our school’s name – those words help to define the school itself.