Academic Support Specialist

Status: Part-time (15 hours/week)
Classification: 10-month Faculty
Reports to: Head of School                            
Location: In-person                          
Work Schedule: Tuesday/Thursday, but flexible and negotiable

Position Summary
Kerr-Vance Academy seeks an Academic Support Specialist for the 2024-2025 school year beginning October 15, 2024. The Academic Support Specialist will serve as a member of the Academic Support Team, applying their specialized knowledge and skills in reading and math interventions.The ideal candidate will be a talented, energetic professional who will inspire young students with diverse learning needs and meet these needs using multiple modalities and an understanding of their individual strengths and weaknesses.

Overview
Established in 1956, KVA is a college-prep school serving children 15 months through Grade 12 and seeing them off to college.  KVA is committed to the intellectual, ethical, and personal development of our students. Our campus is in rural Henderson, nestled in between rolling pastures. Driven by our core values of “high expectations, student engagement, intellectual curiosity, citizenship, and compassion,” we are committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff. KVA is accredited by Cognia.

Qualifications

• Minimum three-to-five years teaching experience in reading and math within grades  K-6; additional secondary school experience is a plus
• Previous experience in a private/independent school environment and/or Special Education is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Education or a related field; Master’s degree in Education or related field is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of evidence-based practices in Reading and Mathematics
• Sufficient and precise in data preparation and management such that limited supervision or review is required to verify data
• Committed to the mission and core values of KVA
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents, and other members of the KVA community
• Student-centered practices, collegial, passionate, innovative
• Flexible team player with a "can-do" attitude
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in teams with a wide range of individuals
• Superior interpersonal, oral communication, and written skills
• Technological savvy and aptitude for new systems

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:     

• Develop and sustain positive and supportive relationships with students and their families
• Provide instruction for designated children with accommodations, intervention plans, or those who meet criteria for additional support or enrichment based on the guidelines set by the Academic Support Team
• Instruct differentiated small group literacy and math lessons through pull-out and push-in service models
• Deliver interventions in reading and/or math based on changes in school-wide needs, as determined by data-based trends and administrative direction
• Maintain accurate records of students receiving services
• Assist teachers by identifying students’ needs, providing support through in-house assessments, observation, implementation, interventions, and enrichment
• Coach/support staff members on the use and methods of data collection
• Support teachers to increase differentiation for students with learning differences
• Create positive relationships with parents and colleagues through professional communication, scheduling conferences, and educating parents.
• Collaborate with other members of the academic support team to provide professional development and learning opportunities for School faculty and staff
• Assist in standardized testing and implementation of accommodations
• Stay abreast of trends, research, and best practices for instruction
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School

To apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line of “Academic Support Specialist - your last name.” 

About Henderson, NC
Located 40 minutes north of the capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina, Henderson is a city rich with history. Top universities, a rich diversity of arts and cultural offerings, excellent health care, and lower than average housing costs, are all in reach and a reality. Our mild climate and proximity to both beaches and mountains makes the Vance County area an ideal place to live.