Upper School Learning Specialist

University School seeks an Upper School Learning Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. Ideal candidates will have advanced degree(s) in their fields; firsthand experience in working with students with learning differences; an interest in and capacity for coordinated work with adolescents, families, and colleagues within the School, as well as professionals outside the School; and an ability to contribute to the larger life of the School. 

Regular areas of responsibility include: 

• Demonstrating deep knowledge of learning differences and student accommodations. 

• Reviewing student neuropsychological evaluations and drafting student Learning Plans. 

• Collaborating with Upper School Director, Dean of Students, and Professional Counselor to coordinate and implement accommodations in student Learning Plans. 

• Providing strategy-based academic support in one-to-one or small-group settings with students who have documented learning differences, including executive functioning skills, writing, reading comprehension, test-taking skills and problem solving. 

• Supporting classroom teachers in their work with all students, including those with documented learning differences by creating, coordinating and implementing strategies in the classroom to manage and support boys with a variety of learning differences. 

• Demonstrating knowledge of and helping students and their families through the process by which they may obtain accommodations for standardized testing, undergraduate institutions, and other educational organizations. 

• Contributing to our character and leadership curriculum. 

• As a member of the Upper School Faculty, serving as a sponsor to a small group of students.  

• As a member of the Upper School Faculty, participating in the extra-/co-curricular life of the University School Community outside of the classroom. 

• Serving in other duties as assigned by the Upper School Director or Head of School.  

Applications – including resume, cover letter, references, and transcript(s) – should be submitted to Krystopher Perry, Director of Upper School at kperry@us.edu or 2785 SOM Center Road, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.  

University School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment decisions at the School are based on merit, qualifications, and skills.