Learning Specialist, Grades 6-12, Part-time

About The Bishop’s School 

Founded in 1909 and affiliated with the Episcopal Church, The Bishop’s School is an independent, coeducational college-preparatory day school serving 800 students in grades six through twelve. The School is located on a historic campus in the heart of La Jolla, just 10 miles north of downtown San Diego. With a student-teacher ratio of approximately 9 to 1, Bishop’s is known for academic, artistic, and athletic excellence while celebrating character development, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Last year’s applicant pool drew from 72 zip codes and 168 middle and high schools throughout San Diego County and beyond. Fifty-one percent of the student population self-identify as students of color. Additionally, over $4 million in need-based grants is awarded annually.

What is Essential about Teaching at The Bishop's School?

The Bishop’s School seeks engaging, collaborative, dynamic, and learner-centered educators. We seek candidates who hold high expectations for students, design learning experiences that prioritize adolescent well-being and belonging, are enthusiastic about working on teams, and are eager to pursue growth in their teaching practice. Our goals are to foster curiosity, encourage active student engagement and collaboration in the classroom, and direct students to take ownership of their learning. 

The Bishop's School seeks a Part-time Learning Specialist with immediate start.

Reporting to the Director of Teaching and Learning (DTL), the Part-time Learning Specialist (PTLS) is responsible for supporting students’ academic and personal growth and development using age-appropriate strategies and tools. The PTLS will accurately identify learning differences and draw upon current strategies and supports for academic success, employing educational technology, as indicated, to enhance the support provided to students. The PTLS is expected to complete administrative tasks as necessary to ensure adherence to the mission of The Learning Center and appropriate documentation of student progress. 

This is a 10-month/year part-time, in-person position. The preferred schedule is 4-hours per day, Monday through Friday, ideally based upon the School’s rotating daily schedule.

Responsibilities Include:

• Effectively coordinate, plan, organize and instruct students individually and in small groups to help them develop study skills, strategies, and other relevant competencies
• Maintain confidential, accurate, detailed, and complete records of student support and individual growth and development
• Adhere to professional standards in keeping students, parents, and teachers informed and updated in a timely manner concerning student growth and development 
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current trends and new approaches to learning and neurodiversity
• Incorporate educational and assistive technologies in student support
• Participate collaboratively in departmental discussions 
• Participate in a program of professional evaluation of pedagogical practice, as led by the DTL and/or academic administrators
• Collaborate with the Learning Services team and Directors of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice to support the importance of awareness of neurodiversity in the school community
• Working collaboratively with Learning Center team members, refer students as needed for external services, providing all necessary communication and information related to student success to the Director of Teaching & Learning and Student Services team
• Understand and support students toward success within the framework of the School’s rigorous academic and co-curricular programs 
• Model the School’s mission and its values of integrity, compassion, inclusion, intellect, excellence and justice
• Be present on campus on scheduled school and professional development days at least 10 minutes prior to first obligation and hold assigned classes as scheduled
• Embrace the special needs and requirements associated with an academic calendar and schedule which may necessitate fluctuations in workdays and hours
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, advance degree(s) preferred 
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a teaching or similar role with this age group
• Demonstrated experience with exceptionality, neurodiversity, and/or special education 
• Prior experience in independent schools is a plus
• High level of expertise in student support
• Demonstrated work ethic and proactive approach combined with accountability
• High level of reliability including attentiveness to deadlines
• Exceptional level of organizational skills and ability to effectively multi-task
• Ability to perform at a high level both independently and as part of a team to achieve identified goals
• Conduct all job responsibilities in a manner that is professional, trustworthy and mature, using tact, diplomacy, and appropriate judgment 
• Willingness and ability to actively collaborate with all school constituencies
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills 
• Demonstrated mindset that exhibits flexibility, creativity, and ability to problem solve
• Intermediate proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, and willingness to become proficient in new programs, learning management systems, collaboration and productivity apps as needed
• Willingness and ability to complete administrative tasks as needed to support students and The Learning Center

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $54/hr - $58/hr based on experience.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and statement of teaching philosophy using the link provided. Applications received by February 15, 2026 will be afforded priority consideration. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Please do not contact the school directly.

EEO

The Bishop's School is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the San Diego area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. The Bishop's School takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.