MS Learning Support Teacher 27-28

***Apply by January 30th***

Thank you for your interest!

At ASFG, we are deeply committed to our mission statement and learning goals. We believe that by nurturing purposeful learners, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and engaged community contributors, our students—future leaders in Mexico and beyond—will develop the skills, understanding, and aspiration to shape a bright and sustainable future.

We value belonging and are committed to an ongoing process of cultivating a welcoming environment. This means continuously listening, learning, and adapting to ensure that every student and family feels seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.

The Learning Support Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instructional support to students with identified learning needs. The role aims to ensure that all students can access the academic curriculum and achieve success through tailored interventions and accommodations. The teacher collaborates with classroom teachers, parents, and external professionals to implement individualized plans, helping students meet academic and social goals.

Functions:

Function 1: Individualized Support for Students

• Identify and assess students with learning differences.
• Provide systematic, explicit, data-driven instruction
• Develop and implement Individual Academic Support Plans (IASPs).
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed.

Function 2: Collaboration with Teachers

• Work with classroom teachers to create inclusive learning environments.
• Design classroom accommodations to support student learning.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss student progress and strategies.
• Communicate recommendations and results from external evaluations to teacher teams.

Function 3: Parental and External Collaboration

• Communicate regularly with parents about student development and needs.
• Coordinate with external professionals for psychoeducational , neuropsychological or neurological evaluations (communication in Spanish)
• Provide resources and guidance to parents for additional support.

Function 4: Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain up-to-date records of student progress and accommodations.
• Ensure compliance with school policies regarding learning support.

Other Duties

• Perform any other duties as required by the Supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Learning Specialist, Learning Support, or a related field.100% Bilingual (English and Spanish)
  
• Years of experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in learning support or special education.

Skills:

• Knowledge, demonstration, and application of the Science of Reading
• Ability to design and implement individualized learning plans
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with teachers and parents
• High oral and written proficiency in both English and Spanish
• Ability to screen and diagnose applicable interventions to meet student needs
• Effective classroom management skills
• Strong understanding of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and its implementation

Qualities:

• Demonstrates empathy and patience in working with students and families.
• Shows dedication to fostering student success.
• Cooperates effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Appreciation and understanding of local culture
• Interpersonal skills to interact, listen to, and speak with different members of the community (colleagues, students, and families)
• Organizational skills
• Flexibility to accommodate the needs and pace of students with various learning abilities