Learning Support Specialist (Grades 1-8) - Waldorf

The Brooklyn Waldorf School is seeking a full-time Learning SupportAssociateto provide academic and developmental support for students in Grades 1–8. This role supports students with diverse learning needs through small group instruction, supplemental materials, and collaboration with faculty and families. The Learning SupportAssociateworks under the guidance of the Director of Learning Support and contributes to an inclusive, developmentallyappropriate learningenvironment grounded in Waldorf pedagogy and a whole-child approach to education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide small group learning support classes for students in Grades 1–8. Develop lesson plans with clearobjectivesand outcomes that address a range of learning profiles. Collaborate with the Director of Learning Support to plan and implement small group support classes, including coordination for Grades 7–8. Create, adapt, and organize supplemental instructional materials that support studentsrequiringaccommodations. Attend Care and Learning Support meetings asappropriate. Maintainaccurateand detailed records related to student services, interventions, and support strategies. Review neuropsychological and educational evaluations and prepare summaries for faculty reference. Communicate and collaborate with classroom teachers to support alignment between learning support services and classroom instruction. Maintain confidentiality of student records and informationin accordance withschool policies and applicable laws. Exercise independent professional judgment in planning and delivering learning support services, includingdetermininginstructional strategies, adapting materials, and prioritizing student needs in alignment with educational goals and school policies. Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000/ Annually

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degreerequired; prior teaching experiencerequired. Waldorf training preferred; willingness to pursue Waldorf professional development within the first years of employmentrequired. Experience supporting elementary and/or middle school students. Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiencywith Google applications (Docs, Sheets, etc.). Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use stairs for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Interest in the arts and holistic education preferred.

DISCLAIMER

This job description reflects the responsibilities and conditions of theLearning Support Associaterole and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Brooklyn Waldorf School reserves the right to revise responsibilities as needed to meet programmatic needs. Full-Time Faculty, yearly employment agreement Competitive salary,commensuratewith experience, non-exempt Benefits include medical and dental health insurance coverage, retirement, flexiblespendingandMetrocards(where applicable) Opportunities for professional development Reduced tuition for dependents Childcare during faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences #J-18808-Ljbffr Brooklyn Waldorf School