CTD Temporary Summer Learning & Behavior Support Specialist, Grades 6-12

Learning and Behavior Support Specialist

Department: Temp Center
Salary/Grade: TMP/01

The Learning and Behavior Support Specialist (LBSS) works directly with staff to ensure CTD Academic Summer Camp students are ready to learn. The LBSS coaches and supports CTD staff and identifies available resources for students when their needs exceed the limits of the core CTD program structure and/or the expertise of instructional and residential staff.

The LBSS spends time in classrooms and residence halls, hosts office hours, and coordinates communication between parents, program teams, residential and instructional staff. The LBSS is directly supported by the Coordinator of Summer Academic Programs, Grades 6-12.

Employment Dates and Compensation

• Full-time, on-campus work June 12 - Friday, August 7, 2026; final administrative tasks might extend through August 14, 2026 remotely
• Work is hourly, Monday through Friday from 10:30am to 6:30pm; 37.5 hours maximum
• Pay: $25/hour (gross)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, social work, psychology, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 2+ years' experience working with youth in an educational setting. Experience with students who have been identified as gifted/talented is preferred.
• Experience communicating with parents/caregivers and/or key stakeholders of an organization.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a professional setting.
• Ability to traverse distances of at least one mile with or without accommodation.

General Responsibilities

• Learn, uphold, and implement CTD policies and procedures, including the CTD Honor Code.
• Review confidential student health information prior to the start of each session to identify students who may need additional support in the classroom and/or residence halls.
• Work with academic and residential teams to develop support plans for these students, in addition to students who demonstrate heightened social or emotional needs, and/or challenging behaviors once they arrive at CTD.
• Provide resources to staff whose students are struggling with anxiety, homesickness, making social connections at CTD, adapting to the program, etc.
• Generate, organize, and share student support resources with instructional and/or residential staff as needed.
• Support staff in fostering appropriate behavior and positive group dynamics in their classrooms and residential groups.
• Meet with students needing additional support as requested by CTD administrative staff.
• Check in with students regularly who were referred to LBSS or who have written support plans.
• Provide ongoing updates to CTD administrative staff about student support plans and progress.
• Communicate with and enlist the support of caregivers as needed.
• Submit documentation related to student support.
• Read staff documentation related to student behavior to identify opportunities to support those staff.
• Support portions of training as they relate to strategies to support the social-emotional needs of all students, as well as emphasis on twice exceptional students.
• Attend academic and residential team meetings.
• If requested by caregivers, schedule a session with CTD's licensed child and family therapist.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment that requires continuing flexibility, a positive and caring attitude, and collaboration.
• Assume program-related responsibilities as requested by CTD administrative staff.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.