Now Hiring: Learning Specialist (Los Angeles)
Part-Time | 1:1 Student Support | In-Home & Virtual | Flexible, Meaningful Work
Illuminate Educational Therapy Group is seeking a passionate Learning Specialist to join our growing private practice. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by providing individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.
Please Note: Applicants must currently reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area to be considered.
About the Role
Provide individualized 1:1 academic support to students throughout Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West LA, Sherman Oaks, Calabasas, and surrounding communities.
You'll work with students with a variety of learning differences, including:
- ADHD and executive functioning challenges
- Dyslexia and dysgraphia
- Other diverse learning profiles
Using research-based, individualized strategies, you'll help students build academic skills, confidence, and independence.
Qualifications
- BA in Special Education or currently enrolled in/completed a Post-MA Certificate program
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- Orton-Gillingham
- Barton
- Wilson Reading System
- Lindamood-Bell
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Familiarity with Guided Reading and multisensory instruction
- Experience working with Twice-Exceptional (2e) students is a plus
- Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Warm, engaging personality with the ability to build strong relationships with students
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized academic intervention and coaching
- Develop learning goals based on neuropsychological evaluations
- Track student progress and maintain documentation
- Communicate regularly with families, teachers, and allied professionals
- Adapt instructional strategies to each student's unique learning profile
Why Join Illuminate?
- Flexible work: Sessions take place in students' homes, virtually, or at our Santa Monica office
- Collaborative team: Work alongside experienced professionals while maintaining autonomy in your approach
- Meaningful impact: Help students overcome learning challenges and achieve lasting success
- Diverse caseload: Support elementary through high school students with a wide range of academic needs
- Growth-focused culture: Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and individualized learning
How to Apply
If you're passionate about helping students succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and references (letters or contact information) to Andrea Chernin, M.Ed., ET/P.
Job Type: Part-Time, Contract
Benefits:
Work Location: In-home, virtual, and on the road
Reminder: Applicants must currently reside in Los Angeles or the surrounding area to be considered.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $60.00 - $90.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: On the road
