Employment
Director of Academic Support, Division 11-12
POSITION TITLE: Director of Academic Support, Division 11-12
REPORTS TO: Division Head, Grades 11-12
SUPERVISES: Learning Specialist, Grades 11-12
FLSA STATUS & CLASSIFICATION: 1.0 FTE, Exempt Admin
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Academic Support oversees the Learning Specialist and Academic Support Curriculum to provide daily maintenance and support of all student learning needs. The Director of Academic Support serves as a liaison between the school, parents, outside service providers, and classroom teachers to promote the academic success of every student. The Director of Academic Support is a member of the Division Head’s Leadership Team and assists the Division Head in the delivery and fulfillment of the School’s Mission. The Director of Academic Support reports to the Division Head and the Head of Student Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partners with classroom teachers to implement strategies and modifications to best meet the diverse learning needs of students.
- Maintains appropriate and confidential records of student learning plans and assessment results.
- Assists in developing educational programs, curriculum modifications, and teacher and parent training and workshops.
- Serves as point of contact for all outside learning service providers and communicates outside support with classroom teachers.
- Provides one-on-one instruction for students in the areas of executive functioning, including time management, organization skills, study skills, and test taking skills.
- Works in partnership with teachers to support student learning in the classroom.
- Works in partnership with parents, faculty, and administration to interpret and implement accommodations as recommended in psychological and educational testing reports.
- Designs and implements formal, school-based accommodation plans for students.
- Coordinates and supervises the administration of standardized testing.
- Serves as a Faculty Advisor for a group of 8-15 students by implementing the Advisory Curriculum and forming and nurturing strong relationships with students and parents.
- Provides support in academics and executive functioning skills during Lishma.
- Provides classroom push-in or pull-out instruction to support teachers in meeting diverse learning needs.
- Along with the School Counselor, serves as the chief articulator of student needs to division faculty.
- Provides coaching and supervision to teachers in the areas of leadership, differentiation, curriculum design and instruction and classroom management.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A strong sense of commitment to Milken Community School’s Mission.
- Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Master’s of Special Education or related field, and a minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership experience in a school setting.
- Innovative and creative.
- Possess a love and empathy for adolescents and teens.
- Inspires collaboration among colleagues and is inclusive.
- Organized, flexible, able to contend with complexity and nuances.
- Proficient with educational technology platforms.
- Highly knowledgeable in the developmental needs of all students, with an expertise in the unique needs of middle school students.
- Highly knowledgeable in best practices of curriculum, instruction, differentiation, and assessments.
- Effective in supporting and maintaining an effective learning climate.
- Able to provide leadership and expertise in communicating the needs of diverse learners.
- Able to provide leadership and expertise in interpreting and disseminating data and psycho-educational assessment results.
- Effective in communicating with parents, administration, faculty, outside service providers and the extended educational community.
- Efficient with time management, organizational skills, and meeting deadlines
- Is professional, timely, and compassionate in responding to all constituents.
- Committed to professional development in all areas related to learning, curriculum, and leadership.
Standard On-Campus Hours
Start: M - F by 7:45 AM
End: M - Th 3:30 PM, F 2:30 PM
*All schedules are subject to change.
SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $115,000
Interested candidates may apply here.
OUR MISSION
Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become, and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.
Milken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
Work Environment: At Milken Community School, equity, inclusion, and social justice are central to this mission. We embrace diversity for the benefit of our students, families, faculty, and staff, striving to create a learning community where everyone is known, supported, and valued. As an equal opportunity workplace, Milken is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, responsive environment free from discrimination, harassment, violence, and any other form of abusive conduct. Guided by our mission, we employ and support individuals of all races, ancestries, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, marital statuses, ages, religions, disabilities, veteran statuses, citizenships, and other legally protected statuses, ensuring that all employees are afforded the rights and privileges available to all members of our school community.
At Milken Community School, we think education is more than what you know. Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.
Non-discrimination Policy: Milken Community School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial aid, athletic, and other school-administered programs.
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