Description
Position Summary
FWC is committed to supporting students’ unique learning needs while maintaining high academic standards and staying rooted in its spiritual mission..
The Upper School Cardinal Learning Center (CLC) Coordinator supports students with learning differences through direct intervention, academic support, faculty collaboration, and program oversight. This role helps ensure students receive appropriate accommodations, develop effective learning strategies, and grow in academic confidence and independence.
Primary Responsibilities
Accommodation Plan Development & Support
- Oversee Upper School learning support services for students with diagnosed learning differences
- Maintain confidential student records, accommodation plans, and documentation in accordance with school policy and testing requirements
- Review psychoeducational evaluations and related documentation to determine appropriate accommodations and instructional supports
- Monitor reevaluation timelines and notify families when updated testing or documentation is needed
- Develop and maintain student learning profiles for faculty use
- Monitor student academic progress and provide ongoing support through:
- progress monitoring
- assignment and organization support
- best practices regarding study and test-taking strategy instruction
- self-advocacy coaching
- Serve as the primary academic case manager for students receiving CLC support
- Help students build independence, self-awareness, and ownership of their learning needs
- Provide content and homework support as time permits
Parent & Student Communication
- Maintain regular communication with students and parents regarding learning goals and accommodations
- Partner with families to develop appropriate support strategies and monitor student growth
- Serve as a liaison between school and families regarding student learning support, when appropriate.
Faculty Collaboration & Student Advocacy
- Serve as an advocate for students with learning differences in collaboration with classroom teachers
- Support faculty in implementing accommodations and differentiated instructional strategies
- Consult with teachers regarding student learning needs, classroom performance, and intervention strategies
- Observe students in classroom settings as needed to assess support needs and provide recommendations
- Offer training and support to faculty on best practices in differentiated instruction and learning support
Program Development & Oversight
- Oversee the implementation and effectiveness of Upper School learning support services
- Maintain consistency and continuity in CLC systems, communication, and student support practices
- Develop and refine academic support systems for students
- Assist with institutional data collection and analysis related to student support and academic intervention
Standardized Testing Accommodations
- Coordinate accommodations for standardized testing (ACT, SAT, AP, PSAT, College Board, and ACT)
- Manage accommodation applications and required documentation in a timely manner
- Communicate testing requirements, timelines, and accommodations processes with students and families
- Assist Upper School students in securing approved accommodations for college entrance exams
- Support senior students in understanding and preparing for college accommodation processes
Collaboration & Additional Duties
- Partner with the school counselor to identify and support emotional needs related to learning differences
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to ensure student needs are appropriately addressed
- Support the Division Head and Admissions in reviewing applicant files for transfer students with diagnosed learning differences
- Train, supervise, and support additional faculty assigned to cover testing center
- Participate in professional development and remain current in best practices related to learning differences, intervention, and student support
Requirements
Qualifications
- Demonstrates a commitment to living and teaching in accordance with FWC’s Statement of Faith and Beliefs
- Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in middle or upper school
- Experience supporting students with diagnosed learning differences in a school setting
- Strong understanding of learning differences, accommodations, intervention strategies, and student advocacy
- Ability to interpret psychoeducational evaluations and translate findings into practical school-based supports
- Strong organizational, relational, and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administrators
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction, metacognition, and academic intervention best practices
- Commitment to helping students grow in independence, confidence, and academic success