Learning Support- leave coverage at Montrose School in Medfield, MA

Learning Support- leave coverage

Location: Medfield, Massachusetts

Job Title: Learning Support- leave coverage

Job Status: Part-Time (24 hrs/wk)

Reports to: Becky Roberts, Assistant Head of School

Start Date: January/February 2027 (approx)

Salary Range: $33 - $36/hr

About Montrose School:

An independent school for girls in grades 6-12, guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, Montrose School was founded in 1979. Montrose School attracts a talented and growing student population from over 50 towns and communities. The students and their families as well as the faculty and staff are noted for their commitment to the school’s mission - educating young women who are called to greatness. Montrose is located 17 miles southwest of Boston and in the heart of downtown Medfield. For more information about our school, please visit www.montroseschool.org.

Job Summary:

The Learning Support position involves one-on-one and small-group coaching of students in tasks that support students to organize and execute homework, study and prepare projects or papers. Additional tasks included in this role are listed below. The position is expected to start in mid-late January/early February and last for 11-12 weeks. The schedule is 24 hours per week as follows:

Monday, 11:00 - 3:15

Tuesday, 8:30 - 3:15

Wednesday, 8:00 - 2:30

Thursday, 8:00 - 2:30

Essential Duties:

You will work within the Learning Support team to

• support a focused working environment & facilitate assessments for students using extended time or make-up policies
• facilitate communication among students, teachers and parents to support students across various academic/learning challenges
• meet one-on-one with upper school (grades 9-12) students to provide weekly support that can include:

• Executive function coaching
• Study skills support
• Long-term project/paper/presentation planning & support
• Specific skills and content support to guide student mastery in targeted subject
• This role is focused primarily on the humanities
  

Key Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of adolescent developmental needs as well as educational best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with students, faculty, administrators, and the public
• Excellent facility with technology (Zoom, Canvas, Veracross and Google Suite)
• Must be able to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude and following school mission and practices
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and carry out assignments to completion
• Sound judgment, discretion and confidentiality must be maintained at all times
• Professionalism in timeliness and accountability in daily schedule

Experience & Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Special Education background preferred
• Teaching or tutoring experience, including strong teaching and classroom management skills

Salary: $33 - $36/hr

To Apply, include:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Statement of educational philosophy (if required)
• Names of three references with contact information
  

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Thank you so much for your time and interest - we're very much looking forward to hearing from you!