Learning Support Specialist

DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Position Title Learning Support Specialist

Department Lower School

Start Date October 2026

Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school.

Position Summary

Oversee and provide learning support for designated students in an independent, elementary school setting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Director of Learning Support, oversee and work with students 1:1 or in small groups. Duties will include:

• Facilitate formal assessment accommodations, including extended time, use of separate location, and act as an oral reader for eligible students.

• Provide pull out services, 1:1 or small group intervention for math, reading, and writing support.

• Provide push-in academic support aligned with lesson/instruction, assisting homeroom teachers.

• Create a consistent, structured communication process between teachers, parents, and students regarding academic support provided/needed.

• Facilitate formal testing accommodations for standardized testing

• Design individualized interventions aligned to students’ evaluations and report recommendations as well as assessment data.

• Collaborate with teachers to support student success by conducting classroom observations and providing specific interventional strategies

• Attend and participate in all administrative, grade level, and goal meetings for the Lower School to discuss, hear, and share student concerns/progress.

• Maintains grade level accommodation grids while enforcing confidentiality, distribution, and accessibility

• Cultural competency as demonstrated by respect for the diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusion

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, masters preferred. Educational background will include a degree that provides knowledge about learning disabilities, accommodations, and/or learning strategies.
• Experience with providing math intervention and/or writing intervention in an elementary school setting.
• Must have excellent oral and written communications skills and be able to interface positively and effectively with students, parents, administration, and faculty
• Knowledge of or experience in independent schools is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of elementary teaching experience in an educational setting
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality, in communication and documentation
• Proficient and enthusiastic user of technology

Reporting Relationships

• General supervision is received from Director of Learning Support, Lower School Director, and grade level Deans

Application Process

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references via https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.