Middle School and High School Educational Support Specialist

The Washington Waldorf School, located in Bethesda, Maryland, is seeking a full time Educational Support Specialist for Middle School and High School students effective immediately.  

The Educational Support Specialist plays a critical role supporting students with diverse learning profiles, providing individualized and small-group instruction, and collaborating with faculty and families to ensure academic success.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, although a Master’s degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, or a related field is preferred.  A demonstrated understanding of Waldorf pedagogy is preferred.  

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of learning differences, neurodivergent learning profiles, and executive functioning challenges.
• Strong understanding of assistive technologies and their application in an academic setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Commitment to fostering a positive, growth-oriented learning culture for all students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review psycho-educational assessments and generate learning plans for students.
• Conduct individual and small-group sessions focused on building academic skills, study strategies, and executive functioning.
• Lead coordinated professional development sessions for faculty to enhance their knowledge of best teaching practices.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to provide strategies and accommodations that support diverse learners in an inclusive environment.
• Conduct assessments to identify student strengths and areas of need, and provide actionable feedback.
• Serve as a resource for faculty on effective teaching strategies for neurodivergent learners.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and strategies for support.
• Coordinate with outside professionals (e.g., tutors, therapists and evaluators) to ensure a cohesive approach to student support.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of best practices and emerging research in the field of learning support and neurodiversity.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend Department and Faculty Meetings.
• Contribute to school-wide initiatives that promote equity, inclusion and diversity in education.
• Support professional development opportunities for faculty related to learning differences and instructional strategies. 
• Attend and assist with school events, including parent-teacher conferences, open houses and student support meetings.

The compensation for this position includes a salary range of $51.5K – $64K and our full benefits package which includes health, disability and life insurance; dental reimbursement; retirement plan (after 1 year of employment); optional dental, vision and illness/accident insurance; professional development support; and tuition remission for the teacher’s children attending WWS.

Washington Waldorf is committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce, and we welcome applications from all qualified, interested individuals.