School Overview

Rowland Hall is an independent school in Salt Lake City serving approximately 1,000 students in preschool through twelfth grade. Driven by our vision of developing people the world needs, we believe in a transformational education that gives students agency and purpose, connects them to their global community, and empowers them to make the world a better place for all.

Rowland Hall sets the standard for teaching and learning excellence through our academic and co-curricular programs, including experiential learning opportunities, artistic self-expression, and a competitive athletic program that challenges students inside and outside the classroom. We foster curiosity, compassion, and joy throughout the learning process, and graduate young adults who know how to think critically.

Located near the base of the stunning Wasatch Mountain Range and adjacent to the University of Utah, a world-class research university and medical center, Rowland Hall attracts a diverse community of families. The school focuses on recruiting and retaining high-quality employees by offering extensive professional development opportunities, salaries that are competitive with local districts and market rates, and a close-knit, supportive community.

The Lower School

Guided by the mission of the school and Rowland Hall’s strategic plan, the Lower School is a place of joyful learning. The Lower School faculty is composed of caring and knowledgeable teachers who are passionate about elementary education, skillful in creating a learning environment in which young students can thrive, and committed to continuous and collaborative professional growth. Lower School teachers, students, and families value the strong sense of community established in grades 1–5 and the unique learning experiences that the school provides each student, via the classroom curriculum, through our Specialties Program (Science, Art, Music, PE, Spanish, Library, Computer Science), and in our Ethical Education and Social-Emotional Learning Program.

Position Summary

The Lower School seeks a Learning Specialist who will plan and implement support for elementary classrooms and work collaboratively with grade-level teams and the Student Support Team (Principal, Assistant Principals, Emotional-Support Counselor, & Director of Learning Services). In addition to supporting classrooms, and leading small groups for academic support, this person will communicate regularly and proactively with students, their families, and colleagues, and contribute positively to the overall school culture while fulfilling duties as assigned (recess and lunch supervision) and serving on all-school or hiring committees as needed. An ideal candidate would also be organized and able to manage multiple projects; a strong listener and communicator, especially when dealing with sensitive topics; flexible and creative in problem-solving; and interested in learning and growing as a professional.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement small group intervention, both in and/or out of the classroom
• Support classrooms via push-in time and/or co-planning & teaching lessons across content
• Participate in evaluating (assessing, analyzing data) and communicating student progress
• Understand and distill outside evaluations in order to share appropriate information with teachers and help implement recommended strategies/accommodations in support of student learning
• Communicate & collaborate with families and outside specialists (OT, SLPs, Psychologists) effectively and proactively, independently, and with teachers/the student support team
• Provide resources and consultation for faculty, parents, and students concerning learning profiles and needs, including referrals for outside evaluations and support, as needed
• Co-create and sustain a positive learning environment for students and teachers, and explore effective strategies for including and meeting the needs of all learners
• Demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to equitable and inclusive practices and behaviors, both in and outside of the classroom
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including collaborative curricular review, continued learning across a broad range of topics in support of the school’s mission and strategic priorities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Requirements

• Certification and/or graduate degree in educational therapy, mild to moderate special education/learning disabilities, or related field (preferred)
• Training in multisensory literacy and math instructional approaches/curricula (preferred)
• Successful experience supporting teachers in understanding & supporting a diversity of student learners
• Successful experience teaching and/or supporting elementary school-age students
• Strong positive behavior management and collaborative problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated capacities for collaboration, self-reflection, cultural competence, flexibility, and curiosity
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Facility with Google Auite, iOS
• The requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Lift up to 20 pounds;
  • Easily move around a classroom for demonstrations and to support students in their work;
  • Exhibit student group management skills that balance a fun, creative environment for students while maintaining a safe learning environment;
  • Work as part of a collaborative team;
  • Manage frequent in-person interactions with numerous interruptions;
  • Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines;
  • Comfort with technology and an openness to integrate academic technology into student learning.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, exempt position, reporting to the Director of Learning Services. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.