Calvary Lower School Learning Support Specialist

Our mission at Calvary Day School is to provide a Christ-centered educational experience for students Birth - 12th grade through the development of the total student- spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. Our vision is to cultivate in our students a lifelong passion to learn, lead, and serve through Christ-centered college-preparatory educational excellence.

• Calvary Day School offers a full menu of benefits including medical, dental, and vision benefits, 403(b) match, generous time off, and daily lunch on regular working days.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties employees perform in this position. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Integrate Christian principles into daily lessons, exemplifying Christ's teachings.

Foster a classroom environment rooted in faith, love, and biblical principles.

Dedicate yourself to academic rigor, preparing students for both college and life.

Uphold the highest standards of integrity, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Recognize and develop each student's unique spiritual, academic, social, and physical gifts.

Create a learning environment that encourages growth and exploration.

Teach and exemplify servant leadership principles to students, staff, and families.

Provide opportunities for service and witnessing, instilling a sense of responsibility and humility.

Foster a culture of empathy, fellowship, and respect among students, staff, and parents.

Prioritize healthy, meaningful relationships as the foundation of spiritual growth and discipleship.

Infuse joy into the learning environment through gratitude, smiles, and laughter.

Celebrate character and achievements, choosing joy daily as a testament to God's blessings.

Scope Of Responsibility

Actively integrate faith and learning in the classroom consistently seizing on learning opportunities and "teaching moments".

Demonstrates the ability to utilize one pedagogy with the knowledge to introduce others to enhance the learning experience based on student abilities and subject matter.

Builds strong relationships across all constituencies and is cited by parents, students, and co-workers for effectiveness and willingness to mentor others and be mentored.

Manages the classroom beyond minimum performance standards with a focus on going beyond the basics and seeking new ways to improve the classroom experience.

Demonstrates mastery of subject matter and offers advice and guidance on how to improve curriculum.

Actively participate in multiple school functions and willing to serve as a leader embodying Calvary Day School values.

Learning Support Services brings under one umbrella the many ways Calvary works to ensure we are effectively and consistently supporting students in grades K-12. The program goal is to assist students with learning differences in becoming independent learners while successfully meeting the demands of Calvary's academic standard of excellence.

The Learning Support Specialist will be responsible for collaborating with faculty, parents, and students in the development of skills and strategies to align with the CDS standards and curriculum.

Building positive relationships with students and faculty is essential to having a positive influence on the instructional practices of faculty, as well as the academic outcomes for students and their experience isting in the identification of student academic and learning needs collaboratively with faculty support inside and outside of classroom instruction with a focus on executive functioning skills is an essential part of the role of the Learning Support Specialist.

The Learning Support Specialist works to provide specific strategies, support, and approved accommodations for students with academic needs on the basis of diagnosed medical, psychological, or learning disabilities and children with identified learning gaps. While working inside the classroom,…