Pk-8 Leaning Specialist

Brimmer and May School – Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts

Job Details
Job ID:

5707684

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

May 12, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 31, 2026

Job Description
The PK-8 Learning Specialist and LS Support Coordinator is a collaborative member of the Brimmer and May community, working with Lower and Middle School administration, teachers, and students. The person oversees academic support services in the Lower School, including the tutoring program; reviews all testing; develops accommodation plans; works directly with students, both in and out of the classroom; and helps provide professional development for faculty members. In addition, they serve as a Learning Specialist for both the Lower and Middle Schools, and they are a member of the Lower School’s Student Support Team (SST). The position requires four weeks of summer work.

Student & Teacher Support

Serves as a reading support teacher for the Lower School, working with individuals and small groups of students to provide specialized reading instruction using Orton-Gillingham and/or Wilson Reading

Manages the tutoring program

Hires tutors and matches students with appropriate tutors

Orients tutors in the fall

Creates and maintains a schedule with time & location of all tutoring sessions

Works with the business office to ensure payment of tutoring invoices

Observes classes and collaborates with teachers to improve pedagogy to support all learners

Serves as a member of the Lower School SST

Testing and Accommodation Plan Support

Organizes ERB test administration for Lower School in Fall, Winter, and Spring

Works with test administration to ensure that student accommodations are secured for testing

Proctors testing for students requiring extended time

Organizes annual reading assessments using the DIBELS-8 reading assessment for Grades PK – 5 and tracks students’ progress throughout Lower School

Assesses Lower School students, as needed, using resources, such as QRI, WTW Spelling Inventory, and WRMT

Oversees the full process of educational evaluations and accommodation plans

As appropriate, meets with families to recommend testing, review testing, and attend IEP meetings

Reviews and maintains records of all student testing

Creates and updates accommodation plans for individual students with testing on file

Reviews accommodation plans with faculty upon creation, or prior to the start of school for incoming students

Manages individual student assessment profiles that track progress throughout the Lower School.

Communication and Other Duties

Attends Lower School faculty meetings

Works with the Admissions department on all prospective students with submitted evaluations; creates accommodation plans for each of these students; attends admissions meetings as needed

Participates in the full life of the Lower School and the larger school community

Works closely with the Lower School Director of Teaching and Learning and the Lower School Reading Specialist to provide best practices in literacy to support classroom teacher

Communicates regularly with the Head of Lower School and members of the Lower School SST on student concerns and accommodation implementation

Communicates and meets regularly with the PK-12 Director of Academic Services

Professional Development, Growth, and Training

Remains up to date in areas of special education, student support, and best pedagogical practices

Attends and participates in all Lower School faculty meetings, faculty and staff workdays, and all school-wide meetings

Pursues professional development opportunities in or out of school

Displays willingness and ability to grow, learn, and practice self-reflection

Standard and Functional Competencies

Excellent communication, planning, and interpersonal skills

Works collaboratively with colleagues

Responds in a timely fashion to questions and concerns from students, parents, and staff

Strong computer skills, including Apple Productivity Suite and Microsoft Office Suite

Fluent with technology, including the School’s learning management systems and educational or assistive technology that supports student progress

Knowledge and Skill Set Requirements

Extensive knowledge of special education

Certified in Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading

Five years minimum experience in a student support role and an administrative role

Excellent writing skills

Maintains a collaborative spirit and brings a positive attitude and enthusiasm to work each day

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Special Education or Reading is preferred

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$60,000 to $100,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Consulting Teacher

Job Requirements

At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Cecelia Pan

69 Middlesex Road

Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467

Phone: 617-264-1423

Email: cpan@brimmer.org

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