Junior High Learning Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Marin Montessori School is seeking an experienced, collaborative Learning Support Specialist to support students in our Junior High program in San Rafael. This part-time, non-exempt position combines direct academic and executive functioning support for students with individualized support planning, collaboration with teachers, and communication with families.

Position Details

• Location: Junior High campus, San Rafael, California

• Employment Type: Part-time, non-exempt employee

• Division: Junior High, grades 7–9

• Schedule: Two days per week, approximately 14–16 hours per week

• Appointment: Immediately through May 14, 2027

• Hourly Rate: $75–$100, depending on qualifications and experience

• Compensation Cap: Total compensation will not exceed $30,000 for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year.

• Future Opportunity: Potential to expand to up to full-time in the 2027–2028 school year, depending on program needs, available funding, and mutual interest.

Our Montessori Junior High program combines challenging interdisciplinary academics, experiential learning, and meaningful community responsibilities. We strive to help adolescents with diverse learning profiles access the curriculum, build confidence, strengthen self-advocacy, and develop greater independence as learners.

The Learning Support Specialist will oversee learning support for approximately 15–20 students. The role involves reviewing IEPs, 504 plans, psychoeducational evaluations, and neuropsychological assessments and translating relevant findings into practical Student Support Plans that teachers can implement in the classroom.

Working closely with students, teachers, families, school leadership, and outside specialists as appropriate, the Specialist will coordinate support, monitor student progress, and help ensure that strategies are responsive to each student's needs.

The position includes approximately 14–16 hours per week , divided between:

• Direct student support (8 hours per week): Individual, small-group, and classroom-based academic and executive functioning interventions.

• Planning and coordination (6–8 hours per week): Student Support Plans, case management, teacher consultation, family communication, progress monitoring, and documentation.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor actionable Student Support Plans for approximately 15–20 students.

• Review formal assessments and translate relevant findings into practical classroom accommodations, learning strategies, and interventions.

• Provide direct academic and executive functioning support, including assistance with reading, writing, organization, planning, task initiation, sustained attention, and follow-through.

• Collaborate with teachers to implement support strategies, address barriers to learning, and promote consistency across classrooms.

• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed.

• Communicate with families, school leadership, and outside specialists to coordinate student support.

• Help students develop self-awareness, self-advocacy, and the skills needed for increasingly independent learning.

• Maintain appropriate documentation and protect the confidentiality of student information.

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Junior High learning support program.

We are looking for someone who combines strong knowledge of learning differences with a practical, collaborative approach to supporting adolescents.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in special education, education, psychology, learning sciences, or a related field.

• Experience in educational therapy, special education, learning support coordination, or a related field.

• Familiarity with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, processing differences, and executive functioning challenges.

• Ability to interpret formal assessments and develop clear, practical strategies for students and teachers.

• Strong organizational, written communication, and case management skills.

• A compassionate, strengths-based approach to working with students and families.

• Understanding of adolescent development and a commitment to fostering student independence.

Additional experience we value:

• An advanced degree or specialized training in learning support or educational therapy.

• Experience in independent schools or Montessori education.

• Familiarity with assistive technology and evidence-based learning interventions.

Montessori experience is welcome but not required.

The hourly rate is $75–$100, with total compensation not to exceed $30,000 for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year. The appointment ends May 14, 2027. Depending on program needs, available funding, and mutual interest, the position may expand to up to full-time in the 2027–2028 school year.

Please submit a résumé and cover letter describing your experience supporting adolescent learners and collaborating with teachers and families.

Affirmative Action Plan/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Marin Montessori School's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Disclaimer
The attached job description is not intended to cover or provide a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.