What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning Specialist position at Carney, Sandoe & Associates?
Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking a Learning Specialists starting in Fall 2026 at a boarding school in Meriden, New Hampshire.
Note: Boarding school positions may include on-campus housing and meals (room and board) depending on the role and school.
About CS&A:
Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.
Responsibilities/Essential Duties:
- Tutor 10-12 students per week during the school day and afterschool hours.
- Provide one-on-one and small group academic and executive functioning support.
- Support students in organization, planning, task initiation, attention, emotional regulation, stress management, and self-advocacy.
- Counsel families on evaluation results, learning needs, and testing accommodations.
- Read, interpret, and summarize psychoeducational evaluations.
- Develop, communicate, and monitor Learning Support Plans (LSPs).
- Collaborate with faculty through observations, consultation, and instructional support.
- Coordinate communication among families, outside providers, and school personnel.
- Participate in regular professional development activities to stay current with best practices and innovation in education.
- Assist with residential life duties as needed, fostering a safe and supportive living environment for students.
- Assist with supervising extracurricular activities and/or coaching school athletic teams.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in special education, school psychology, learning disabilities, or a related field required.
- At least 3 years of experience in learning support or a related role for upper school students.
- Strong understanding of learning differences, executive functioning, and evidence-based interventions.
- Familiarity with IEP, 504, and accommodation practices.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
- Professionalism, flexibility, positivity, humor, initiative, and innovation.
Potential Benefits:
Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.
💵 Competitive pay
🧠 Professional Development Opportunities
✏️ Classroom Resources
🏥 Medical, dental and vision insurance
😃 401(k) plan – Employer match
⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time
🏠 Housing (boarding schools)
Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000