Inclusion Specialist

New Roads School provides an inspired college preparatory program from which an authentically diverse student population, mirroring the rich diversity of Los Angeles, develops a personal dedication to learning, a respect for independent thinking, an expanding curiosity about the world and its people, and a commitment to the common good.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Inclusion Specialist works within the SPARK (Student Progress through Academic Resources and Knowledge) Student Support Program at New Roads and will work closely with the SPARK Assistant Director of Learning and the rest of the SPARK Team. This position ensures that New Roads develops the capacity of its educators to serve a range of learners, fostering an environment that promotes the recognition, appreciation, and encouragement of each person’s full and unique human potential,and provides specific strategies and supports to enable each student the opportunity to actualize his or her full potential. The Inclusion Specialist works, individually and collaboratively, with the SPARK Team to support our neurodiverse student population at the school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• With the K-12 Director of Learning Support Services and the SPARK Assistant Director of Learning to support students within the SPARK Program, 9-12.
• Support students both inside and outside the classroom by providing individualized strategies that address their unique learning needs, collaborating with teachers to adapt instruction, and offering ongoing guidance to help students build confidence, independence, and academic success across all environments.
• Collaborate with administration and faculty regarding each student to responsibly convey and meet their needs, and communicate with their family.
• Collaborate with teachers to identify and help implement differentiated strategies within the classroom to support all students.
• Regularly follow-up with teachers to monitor the effectiveness of accommodations / minor adjustments implemented and / or provide new strategies for differentiation.
• Work as the liaison between school and any additional service providers.
• Develop a responsive curriculum for and oversee student support classes for students who would benefit from this explicit program.
• Participate in the Admissions process and support the Admissions team.
• Attend Divisional Meetings and lead those related to Learning. 
• Attend al student support meetings and implement specific strategies and mechanisms that promote accountability for students and their support network.
• Execute student accommodations/minor adjustments, including on standardized tests.
• Prepare and administer standardized testing.
• Work as the liaison between school and any additional service providers.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be flexible, understanding and display a good sense of humor.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, New Roads’ Mission, Philosophy and approach to education.
• Have a genuine desire to be an exemplary model of compassion, competence, humility and curiosity with the capacity to vulnerably make mistakes, learn from them and move on.
• Communicate respectfully, thoughtfully yet assertively with parents/guardians, remaining sensitive and open to different families’ cultures, values and needs.
• Ideal candidates will be excited to join our vibrant school community, attend our varied events, participate where possible and contribute to this exciting next chapter of New Roads’ history. Other duties as assigned. 

• Master’s or equivalent, in Educational Psychology, Educational Therapy, or Neuropsychology or a related field (recommended), Bachelor’s (required).
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Extensive knowledge of learning differences coupled with a commitment and respect for diversity.
• Strong collaboration skills with children and adults.
• Understanding of and commitment to motivating students in ways appropriate to their diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Commitment to increasing knowledge of best practices and current research.
• Ability to perform all of the essential functions, skills, and specifications of the position
• Experience in curriculum development, instructional coaching, and student support services.
• Knowledge of best practices in pedagogy, child development, and social-emotional learning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining a calm and thoughtful approach to problem-solving.
• A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy