Learning Specialist

ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 2 (004500)

UCPath Position ID: 40163649

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1133208

Approved Date:

5/7/2024 4:29:18 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/7/2024 4:29:14 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

1/22/2022

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1150O

Organization:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS       

Division Code:

1151D

Division:

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOLS DIV   

Department:

380700 - GEFFEN ACADEMY AT UCLA

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40163649

Position Description ID

167081

UC Payroll Title:

ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 2 (004500)

Business Title:

Learning Specialist

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 19

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40062006

Reports to Payroll Title:

ACAD ACHIEVEMENT CNSLR 3

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

41011493

Department Head Payroll Title:

#N/A

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Geffen Academy at UCLA is seeking a Learning Specialist who works closely with educators, parents/caretakers, and administrators to support students with diverse learning needs and ensure all students experience success in their classrooms. Specifically, the Learning Specialist collaborates with and assists educators in implementing effective research-based strategies, differentiated instruction, and implementation of accommodations for the Middle School and Upper School (grades 6-12). The Learning Specialist, under the direction and reporting to the Principal Learning Specialist, maintains a caseload of students with individual learning needs and provides executive functioning coaching, study skills instruction, and reading/writing/math/world languages/electives support to these students. The Learning Specialist is an integral member of the Student Support Team along with the school's Deans of Students and Academic Deans.

Geffen Academy at UCLA is a university-affiliated school for students in grades 6-12. We value academic depth and inspiration within a humane educational environment. Our community is guided by principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Geffen Academy students are encouraged to be questioners, analysts, and presenters, who are creative, collaborative, and active young adults. Our students practice their skills, competencies, and relationships with deliberation. Geffen Academy graduates believe that knowledge is beautiful, transformative, and relevant to one’s life and civic responsibility in a global community.

Learning Specialist

1. Contribute to the improvement and continuation of an overall teaching and learning practice and process for students with learning needs in conjunction with the Principal Learning Specialist and other school leaders.

2. Under the direction of the Principal Learning Specialist, review existing IEPs, 504 plans, neuropsychological evaluations, and other documents on student files and determine how to implement accommodations as delineated by the Student Support Plan developed by Principal Learning Specialist.

3. Consult with educators regarding the implementation of student support/accommodation plans for students with documented learning needs; ensure students are receiving appropriate accommodations

4. Continue to grow the Academic Lab program which is designed to assist students in developing executive functioning and study skills including time management, work completion, assessment preparation, and planning weekly schedules; work with individuals and small groups.

5. Monitor and implement effective interventions for a caseload of students who are not meeting academic expectations.

6. Support educators in implementing accommodations, differentiation practices, and scaffolding methods; assist in leading and participating in workshops, facilitating meetings, observing students in the classroom, and communicating regularly with educators individually and as part of a student support team.

7. Under the guidance of the Principal Learning Specialist, assist educators in classrooms to help adjust to the learning plans, enrich curricular approaches and improve pedagogy.

8. Participate in student support team meetings to review individual students' needs and progress; consult student learning profiles.

9. Support coordination of testing accommodations.

10. Help coordinate and supervise BruinCorp support for individual students.

11. In conjunction with the Principal Learning Specialist, assist the Registrar and Divisional Directors with the placement of students in class sections.

12. Under the direction of the Principal Learning Specialist, observe students displaying academic or behavioral difficulties to assess their learning strengths and challenges as requested by educators.

13. Use educator feedback for students (through Geffen Academy Portal Notes, Report Cards, and other communication) to inform their approach to support which include students' academic, individual, and developmental needs.

14. Compose and disseminate feedback regarding student progress and next steps to stakeholders: students, guardians, and Principal Learning Specialist.

15. Maintain and update permissions assigned to digitally-accessible sensitive student records.

16. Organize and update physical and digital filing systems housing confidential and sensitive student information.

17. Perform administrative duties for programming and documentation purposes as needed.

18. Uphold and enhance the Geffen Academy mission, vision, and values, and aid in the creation of an inclusive and supportive culture around learning and diversity.

19. Be up-to-date on current research and best practices, and innovative methods in learning, differentiation, and teaching, be well-versed with the language around learning needs, diverse learners, and public and independent school policies around diverse learners.

20. Encourage and cultivate a mindset of openness and support for diverse learners through the provision of educational materials, resources, and scholarly research/literature around inclusive learning environments that help educators, students, and families understand a myriad of learning differences.

21. Communicate clearly, persuasively, and professionally with all school constituents; regularly update students, parents, and educators with student needs, progress, and notes.

22. Maintain confidential student records and keep accurate documentation of sessions, meetings, and other communications appropriate to ethical and professional standards.

100%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Education; psychology; special education; or closely related field

Required

Or

Master's Degree

Education; psychology; special education; or closely related field

Preferred

3 to 5 years'

experience teaching or learning specialist work in a secondary school environment.

Required

Strong interpersonal, communication and service skills with an emphasis on patience and professionalism.

Required

Organized, flexible, adaptable, and able to contend with complexity and nuance.

Required

Ability to work effectively with students, educators, parents, and school administration.

Required

A proactive individual that inspires collaboration among colleagues and is inclusive.

Required

Ability to prioritize work and juggle many projects at once.

Required

Experience working with data and generating database reports, and strong proficiency with Google Docs and Microsoft Office.

Required

Highly knowledgeable of current research and best practices, in child development, innovative methods in curriculum development, differentiated instruction, and be well-versed with the language around learning needs/ diverse learners.

Required

Current knowledge on public and independent school policies around diverse learners-

Maintains confidence by abiding by FERPA regulations.

Required

Committed to professional development in all areas related to learning, curriculum and leadership.

Required

Insightful understanding of effective teaching methods for different learning styles and aptitudes.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

11000 Kinross Avenue  Los Angeles, CA  90095

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.