General Responsibilities The Learning Support Team Leader reports to the Head of the Elementary School in coordination with

the Head of Learning Support. Primarily, the team leader is a learning leader, with responsibility for promoting the vision, and facilitating the procedures of the Learning Support Department. Specific Responsibilities In terms of leadership, the Learning Support Team Leader is responsible for: Developing a deep, enduring understanding of the ISB curriculum Being an advocate for the ISB curriculum Keeping abreast of developments in the ISB curriculum Keeping abreast of research and other developments in related approaches to learning such as differentiation, and growing body of brain research and disability Collaborating with teachers through unit plan writing to support differentiation by helping teachers create multiple access points for all learners in units of study Supporting colleagues in using differentiation strategies for student readiness, interest, and learning profiles Supporting the professional development of team members Understanding and supporting the process of changing to new ways of working Ensuring the effective integration of new team members Ensuring the coordination of systems of reporting on learning to all stakeholders Leading the team in annually developing and adhering to essential agreements

Elementary School Learning Support Department Team Leader Introduction The International School of Brussels is a dynamic learning organization committed to developing independent learners and international citizens. The school is a vibrant community in which students, teachers, staff and parents work together towards the achievement of our mission and goals. The school is driven by a commitment not only to learning, but to the continuous improvement of learning, for students, faculty and other stakeholders. In the broadest sense, our approaches to learning are captured in our curriculum: planned, taught and learned. As our curriculum has developed, and become more clearly defined, so has our school. Our systems and structures are now closely aligned with our learning mission, bringing coherence to our work. These include the systems and structures for leadership, which are now less hierarchical and more collaborative. We are creating a school culture in which there are many leaders, and in which the model of teacher as leader is central to our success. The Grade Level Team Leaders exemplify this model.

Articulating to the whole ES the purpose, procedures of learning support In terms of management, the Grade Level Team Leader is responsible for ensuring effective: preparation of materials and information for Learning Support Team meetings liaison with the ES Head, Assistant Head, Head of Learning Support about team matters application of departmental policies and procedures established for LS school wide - timeline input and management student case management allocation within the department assure that secure confidential filing systems are in place for case managers for the LS Team input into the processes of budget preparation and control communication with teachers and team members about procedures (referral) coordination of child study meetings participation in student screening at intake implementation of other agreed responsibilities of team leaders as they arise Qualifications Our Learning Support Team Leaders: Have a demonstrated capacity for leadership Embody the schools core dispositions of respect, responsibility, reflection Wish to work in a changing, multicultural environment Ensure open and effective communication Work proactively and with initiative and innovation. Provide an example to others in terms of commitment, empowerment and drive

Are systems thinkers and problem solvers Are collaborative teamplayers Are literate in IT skills Are flexible and adaptable Are able to motivate their colleagues Are efficient organizers Are committed to their own learning Have sufficient experience to speak with confidence and authority to colleagues and parents about students with who learn differently Have a demonstrated interest in curriculum differentiation Have an in-depth knowledge of remediation strategies and assessment for students who need learning support We offer: The opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging, motivating and multicultural learning environment The opportunity to add value to a successful, innovative organization. Extended professional development focussed on the necessary understandings, knowledge and skills for leadership for learning An annual monetary stipend A two-year contract, renewable following reapplication and dependant upon effective performance Recruitment Policy The International School of Brussels is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or marital status.