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Learning Specialist (6th-12th grade) Teacher

Employer
Fusion Academy
Location
Huntington Beach, CA, United States
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

About the Organization

Fusion Academy is a revolutionary alternative, accredited private school for grades 6-12 that offers a fully individualized classroom: one student, one teacher. As the nationwide leader in one to one schooling, Fusion Academy has campuses throughout the country.

Every student at Fusion is unique - some students are accelerated learners; some need flexible scheduling; and others have special learning needs due to attention challenges, learning differences, or social and emotional difficulties. No matter why students come to Fusion, our model is simple - through compassion and acceptance, Fusion students learn on their terms, on their schedule, and in their learning style.

Our model is a unique academic program offering services year-round on a rolling admissions basis. Our environment is highly personal and socially inclusive. Equal emphasis is placed on students' emotional well-being as it is on academic achievements. In addition to full time enrollment, students at Fusion Academy may take a class for credit or enroll in our tutoring/mentoring program.

The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Fusionites are a special brand of educators--they are creative, passionate, embrace change, and have fun! They communicate honestly and with compassion to both students and colleagues. People join the Fusion family for more than just a paycheck; they seek to work with peers who share these values. And because Fusion is growing rapidly, we offer considerable opportunity for career advancement throughout the country.

Pay Range

Hours

Location

Huntington Beach

Description

Calling all Learning Specialists

What if we told you there is a place where students are taught geometry by learning to build a skateboard ramp? Where an unconventional idea becomes the conventional way to teach? Where students partner with their teachers, who equally mentor them in their learning journey? Curious?

We are currently seeking an in-person Learning Specialist like you! Our education model of one student to one teacher is unlike any other. Our spirited and talented teachers provide life-changing educational experiences to middle and high school students through our personalized approach to education. Our educators are committed to students realizing their academic potential and their emotional and social growth.

The Learning Specialist role will provide support for all staff in working with students with Mild Disabilities. This role will have 3 separate components:

1 - Provide SPED knowledge, skill & support to staff & families

2 - Provide supervision and support to students in our social settings

3 - Teaching - maintain a small caseload of students with direct 1:1 instruction in your content area

We are Fusion Academy, and we are anxiously waiting to meet you!

Love. Motivate. Teach. That is our bedrock. We care about kids plain and simple. We listen to them, we encourage them, and we mentor them toward acquiring surefootedness. And that is when magic happens. When they are engaged and confident, they learn. Our approach is successful because of its simplicity: One teacher to one student. When you join Fusion, you change kids' lives, one lesson at a time.

Our campuses are small by design with 50 to 75 students enrolled. The Fusion culture offers a special place to work, teach, and learn. Every campus is unique and so too are our teachers. Just like our students, we accept you for who you are. Uniqueness is our normal.

You will have a real impact. Don't take our word for it, take our parents' words .

When you join Fusion, you will be:
  • Welcomed by an inspiring group of like-minded/ purposed professionals to an inclusive campus..
  • Supported by a campus team of enthusiastic education leaders
  • Bolstered by a national education team of pros.
  • Guided by a vast library of trainings and modules.
  • Inspired by engaging professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Work in a team to manage a small classroom-like space, supporting student interactions and independent work completion for students with mild disabilities.
  • Support teachers and provide leadership in understanding various disabilities and designing personalized creative accommodations that support individual student learning.
  • Support parents as they seek appropriate services and accommodations in the community.
  • Gather, Review and analyze documentation from other sources to support supplementary Formal Education Plan writing (accommodations and goals.)
  • Craft and deliver professional development around particular diagnoses, symptoms, approaches & interventions.
  • Lead occasional parent education nights related to Special Education
  • Support the Head of School with admissions questions about fit and appropriateness of particular students for Fusion.
  • Teach- Maintain a small case load of students in your content area.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
  • Master's degree ** or ** Certificate in Educational Therapy, Special Education, ** or ** similar advanced educational background in learning disabilities, ADHD, and emotional disorders is mandatory.
  • Experience with students with learning differences and ADHD is mandatory.
  • Minimum of two years of experience or training.
  • Classroom management experience necessary.
  • A background in counseling or education.
  • Patience and a problem-solving approach to issues.
  • Strong working knowledge of special education: the IEP process, 504s, and ISPs.
  • Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, well-organized individual who is eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic school setting.
  • Candidate must be prepared to teach and tutor material at a high school level immediately.

Competencies Desired:
  • Deep respect and understanding for teaching and learning.
  • Knowledge and expertise in educational resources and best practices for secondary students.
  • Extensive knowledge of mild to moderate disabilities.
  • Knowledge of designated instructional services (speech and language, occupational therapy etc.)
  • Creative solutions for struggling learners.
  • Proactive communication with leadership team and families of students with disabilities.
  • Desire and skills to collaborate successfully with teams of teachers.
  • Commitment to constant self-improvement.
  • Other job related competencies: honesty/integrity, highly organized, follow-through on commitments, persistence, proactivity, calm under pressure, strategic thinking/visioning, creativity/innovation, enthusiasm, listening skills, pro-active communication, persuasion.
  • Other cultural competencies): intelligent, patient, ability to handle a fast paced environment, continuous learner, passionate, engaging, personable, high EQ, collaborative, empathic.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

Position Requirements

See above

Number of Openings

1

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt
This position is currently accepting applications.

Company

Fusion Academy is a national network of private schools with just one teacher and one student in every classroom serving grades 6-12 . When you step on one of our campuses, you’ll immediately feel the Fusion difference. We intentionally hire people who are passionate about education, have fun, enjoy collaborating with their teammates, and want to change the world through education. Just like we want each of our students to feel like they are part of the Fusion family, we want each of our staff members to feel they fit at Fusion.

Company info
Website
Telephone
616-301-1221
Location
72 Monroe Center Ave SE
Grand Rapids
MI
49503
US

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