Middle School - Student Academic Support Specialist

Middle School Student Academic Support Specialist

www.hollandhall.org | 5666 E. 81st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137

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WHO WE ARE

Holland Hall was established in 1922 and currently serves approximately 1,000 preschool through 12th grade students in a coeducational setting. An Episcopal school distinguished by an excellent academic program and a student-centered environment emphasizing a holistic approach to education, we strive to provide a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts college preparatory curriculum that promotes critical thinking and life-long learning. We seek to foster in each student a strong moral foundation and a deep sense of social responsibility. The Holland Hall community welcomes students of diverse racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

Job Summary:

As a Middle School Academic Support Specialist, your primary role is to assist and support middle school students in their academic journeys. You will collaborate closely with teachers, students, and parents to ensure targeted academic growth and development for students. 

Responsibilities

Academic Support:

• Provide ongoing support as needed for students with LAPs and other students who are identified by teachers and parents as needing extra support.
• Be available to provide prescriptive one-on-one, small group support  to students as needed before, during, and after school.
• Coordinate instructional time in classrooms with faculty to embed strategies and resources into student learning.
• Identify learning challenges and recommend appropriate academic resources or interventions that can be included by teachers in their lessons and classes along with the support you provide to the student.

Learning Plans (LAPs):

• Analyze evaluative reports shared with school by parents
• Create a Learning Assistance Plan (using the HH Template) for each student with a report, to be shared first with parents, then with the teaching team.
• Ensure that stated accommodations are seen, understood, and supported by teachers.
• Monitor students’ needs and ensure that LAPs are updated as needed. 
• Facilitate team meetings each year as needed with parents and teaching teams to review LAP and student profiles.
• Communicate with parents about needed evaluations and supports.

Parent Communication:

• Maintain open lines of communication with parents or guardians regarding student support needs, support provided, and progress made.
• Attend parent-teacher conferences and academic progress meetings as needed.
• Provide resources and guidance to parents on how to support their children's academic needs.
• Connect students and families with academic resources and support services when necessary. Be informed about what supports students are receiving to include in LAP.

Teacher Communication:

• Attend Grade Level Meetings and communicate with teachers about students who are receiving support, who demonstrate that they will need support, and share progress of both.
• Share insights and recommendations with teachers for strategies to use in the classrooms to enhance student performance.
• Facilitate collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning and Branch Head for classroom strategy implementation. 

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain documentation of supports provided to students and classes throughout the year.
• Prepare reports and updates for school administrators, teachers, and parents as requested.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality and privacy regulations.

Assessment:

• Coordinate standardized testing for all students.
• Use data from multiple sources (including standardized assessments)  to confirm that we are addressing all students who may need support.
• Analyze data to identify trends and patterns in student learning.
• Facilitate data analysis with faculty teams to inform teaching and identify areas of strength and needed focus.

Professional Development:

• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to academic support.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and experiences.

Advisor:

• Serve as a grade level Advisor and participate in grade level planning and events throughout the school year.

The above essential functions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Interested candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree. Previous experience with the target age is also desired. A Master’s degree and independent school experience are preferred but not required. Special consideration will be given to exemplary candidates who can also support a significant extracurricular activity or coach a sport.   

WORKING CONDITIONS

The faculty work day is 7:45-3:45 with other duties as assigned outside this time frame. Work may include time indoors and outdoors.  Activities include walking, standing, bending, kneeling, lifting, talking, hearing and visually acuity.  Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This position is not eligible for telecommuting.