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Newton Country Day is an independent, Sacred Heart school for girls in grades 5-12.
Educating women of Courage and Confidence since 1880

Position: Upper School Learning Specialist
Location: Newton Country Day School, 785 Centre St. Newton, MA

Schedule: Full-time leave coverage
Salary: one-semester appointment of $30,000 – $50,000, depending on education and experience

Duration: August 2026 through January 2027, leave coverage

Position Overview

Newton Country Day School is seeking a dedicated and engaging Upper School Learning Specialist to support students in grades 9–12 through individualized and small-group instruction. The learning specialist will focus on strengthening executive functioning skills, core academic abilities, and effective test-taking strategies to help students build confidence and achieve academic success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support tailored to individual student needs
• Support students in developing executive functioning skills, including:
  • Organization and time management
  • Task initiation and completion
  • Study planning and prioritization
  • Goal setting and accountability
• Teach and model effective academic skills such as study techniques, active reading, and note-taking skills
• Develop and implement test preparation plans, including instruction in:
  • Test-taking strategies
  • Approaches to managing test anxiety
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and/or program staff regarding student growth and goals
• Maintain accurate session notes and progress documentation
• Collaborate with teachers, advisors, and administration to support student success
• Engage in the life of the school through participating in community time (assemblies, weekly chapel services)
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in education, special education, psychology, or a related field preferred
• Experience working with high school students
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches
• Strong understanding of executive functioning and study skills development
• Ability to break down complex academic concepts into clear, manageable steps
• Patient, encouraging, and student-centered approach to academic support
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Experience supporting students with learning differences (preferred but not required)

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Works at a desk and a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Newton Country Day’s campus consists of multiple buildings and outdoor spaces connected by external walkways and stairs.
• This position requires taking prospective families on full campus tours in all weather conditions.
• Attends school fairs, school visits and other events off site.

Newton Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint-based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.

To apply: send a cover letter and resume to Ellen Levine: elevine@newtonsh.org