Position Overview:

Episcopal School of Jacksonville is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and collegial Learning Specialist for the 2025-2026 school year. The purpose of the Learning Specialist is to work in concert with teachers and families to maximize student growth and achievement, preparing students to reach their full potential. The Learning Specialist Team (LST) supports professional development for new and veteran teachers regarding learning styles and classroom instruction. One of the most important functions of the LST is to help teachers provide differentiated instruction within the classroom. The team members and classroom teachers work in small groups on various levels with distinct goals in mind. These goals are established by the teacher and reviewed with the LST member, considering the student’s academic abilities and needs. The primary role is to support and enhance the educational process of our students; this can look different year-to-year contingent upon grade level needs. 

 The most competitive candidates will have experience and a demonstrated interest in learning support. As part of the collegial culture of our faculty, a willing investment in collaborative efforts, professional growth, and the broader life of the school are all expectations of work at Episcopal. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university, post-graduate work in elementary education, or an advanced degree is preferred.
• Three years of experience in an independent school setting is preferred. Experienced educators with a strong desire to teach in a learner-centered independent school will also be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Mastery of the content and skills central to teaching and learner-centered practices.
• Passion for teaching and an enthusiasm for working with elementary students in a mission-centered learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to accommodate students’ varying needs and interests.

• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to help adjust and enrich curricular approaches and improve pedagogy.
• Compile and analyze data to determine the effectiveness of curriculum design and informal and formal assessment.
• Assist in the coordination of school-wide standardized testing.

• Provide a variety of materials and resources for students to explore, manipulate, and use in both learning activities and imaginative play.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods.
• Work with students in grade level classrooms, providing instruction in all subject areas.
• Build relationships with families and engage them in their child’s education.
• Meet with teachers, parents, and guardians to discuss students’ progress and identify their priorities and resource needs.
• Consult with families, staff, educational psychologists, etc.
• Commitment to and engagement in collaborative work to achieve school-wide goals.
• A growth mindset in seeking and taking advantage of opportunities for continued learning and professional growth at Episcopal.
• Desire to contribute to our community beyond the classroom, including attendance at community events, and participation in off-campus and overnight trips.
• Proficiency in using learning technology.

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the classroom or school campus for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, such as books, classroom materials, or equipment.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch as needed for classroom activities or assisting students.
• Ability to use classroom technology, including interactive boards and other multimedia tools.

Episcopal School of Jacksonville’s approach to our balanced education (academics, fine arts, athletics, and spiritual development) is sustained by heightened expectations in all aspects of campus life. Since its founding almost 60 years ago, the school has remained true to its mission to develop “leaders and doers of good.” Each student is prepared for college by a liberal arts curriculum that focuses on the development of effective expression and critical thinking in a learner-centered environment. Episcopal enrolls more than 1,500 students from age 1 to grade 12 across three campuses. Episcopal is a caring community by design with faculty who are outstanding in their field, all of whom are dedicated to helping our students develop their creative talents, discover their passions, and deepen their faith and commitment to service for others. 

Episcopal is committed to a school culture that is safe and positive for all members of our community. We work intentionally to create a community of people who respect and support each other. We recognize the value of diversity, and we actively seek to welcome and include under-represented groups. Episcopal strongly supports professional development and training opportunities for faculty and staff, ensuring that best practices and innovative, learner-centered teaching methods are continually incorporated into our pedagogy. The academic environment is achievement-oriented with a standard of excellence. The school’s faculty display outstanding academic backgrounds, exceptional character, and dedication to our students across three academic campuses, spanning from an Early Learning Program (age one) through Grade 12. Episcopal does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in its hiring and employment practices. The above information is not a completely comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.