Long-Term Substitute Learning Specialist (Grades 5–8)

Title: Long-Term Substitute Learning Specialist (Grades 5–8)

Reports to: Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Status: Long-Term Substitute, Full-Time

Pay Range: $21,000 – $30,000

Benefits: No benefits

Duration: Feb 23, 2026 to Jun 10, 2026

Position Overview

The Long-Term Substitute Learning Specialist serves as a key member of the Learning Resource Program (LRP) team, providing continuity of learning support services for students in grades 5–8 during a temporary staffing period. This role focuses on implementing existing learning support plans, maintaining student progress, and collaborating closely with faculty and families to ensure consistency of support and instruction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide for the safety and well-being of students through the creation of supportive, predictable, and inclusive learning environments
• Work with an assigned caseload of students, delivering direct support through one-to-one, small-group, and/or push-in instruction aligned with existing plans
• Implement established learning support strategies, accommodations, and interventions to support student progress
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality concerning students and families at all times

Experience and Qualifications

Required or Strongly Preferred

• Training and experience in learning disabilities, educational therapy, special education, or a related field
• Knowledge of executive functioning, attention, memory, and related learning differences, and their impact on academic performance
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively in a temporary role
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and parents

Additional Skills

• Comfort using educational technology and assistive tools
• Flexibility, professionalism, and responsiveness in a dynamic school environment

To apply please submit your cover letter, resume, and a list of all previous school or educational institution employers, including city and state, in accordance with CA SB 848

MP&MS is an equal opportunity employer. All individuals have an equal employment opportunity based on qualifications and merit, regardless of religion, race, sex, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military service status, or any other factor prohibited by state or federal law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and other conditions of employment. MP&MS also makes reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities and for employees who request accommodation for pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.