Learning & Student Support Specialist, K-8

The Montessori Academy of Colorado is a metropolitan school that engages each child through innovative academics, exploration of character, and a fearless, forward mindset.

Job Title: Learning & Student Support Specialist K-8

Department: Upper School

Reports To: Upper School Director
Employee Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $52,000 - $75,000 per year

Job Responsibilities

• Student Observations: Conduct formal and informal classroom observations to identify learning barriers, behavioral triggers, and academic gaps.


• Administer and interpret internal academic screenings and progress-monitoring tools.


• Act as the school’s expert in reviewing outside neuropsychological and educational evaluations to determine necessary internal supports.


• Partner with the Admissions team to review prospective student files and assess the school’s capacity to provide required services.


• Deliver 1:1 and small-group specialized instruction using the Science of Reading, Orton-Gillingham, and Heggerty methods.


• Implement fundamental math interventions and provide direct executive functioning coaching for students needing organizational support.


• Create and adapt specific lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to individual student profiles.


• Serve as the central coordinator for the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), ensuring that referral and intervention cycles move efficiently.


• Write, implement, and monitor Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) or accommodation plans for students.


• Maintain meticulous records of student performance, behavior data, and progress toward specific goals.


• Manage relationships and schedules for external specialists (SLPs, OTs, etc.) working on-site.


• Lead all communication with parents regarding their child’s support needs, progress updates, and long-term academic planning.


• Facilitate parent-teacher meetings focused specifically on student interventions and data-driven outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education, Reading Science, or Learning Disabilities.


• Required certification or intensive training in Orton-Gillingham, Wilson, or similar multisensory literacy programs.


• 3–5+ years of direct experience providing student interventions in early literacy and fundamental math concepts in a K-8 setting


• Familiarity with Montessori pedagogy and practices is ideal


• A track record of using data-driven interventions to achieve measurable growth in student performance.


• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent record-keeping abilities


• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to connect effectively with students, families, and colleagues


• Collaborative team player with the ability to work across various roles and levels within the school community


• Flexible and responsive to the unique needs of each student


• Committed to continuous professional growth and learning


• High emotional intelligence, flexibility, and a commitment to equity and inclusion in the learning environment


• Passionate about supporting children in reaching their full academic potential

MAC is committed to caring for and investing in our employees by offering a generous benefits package, which includes 24 paid holidays annually, summer break, 8 Paid Time Off days, 3 Paid Professional Development days, health, dental, and vision insurance with an HSA option, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, employer-paid life insurance, and additional voluntary plans for life insurance, critical illness, and short- and long-term disability plans. Employees also receive an RTD EcoPass.

MAC is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment, free of discrimination or harassment, for its community. MAC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, immigration/citizen status, age, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, disability, socio-economic status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. Any person with a concern or allegation of discrimination or harassment shall report it to MAC’s Compliance Coordinator. More information is available on our website.