How to hire a learning support teacher

How to hire a learning support teacher, step by step

Here's a step-by-step learning support teacher hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a learning support teacher job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new learning support teacher
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your learning support teacher job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a learning support teacher for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A learning support teacher's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, learning support teachers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of learning support teachers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Learning Support Teacher	Description	Hourly rate
   Learning Support Teacher	Special education teachers work with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach various subjects, such as reading, writing, and math, to students with mild and moderate disabilities... Show more	$11-23
   Special Educator	A special education teacher's role is to facilitate learning for students with disabilities. The responsibilities of a special education teacher typically revolve around identifying the needs of students, devising lesson plans and strategies to meet their needs, developing test structure to assess their learning, and assisting them in areas of difficulties... Show more	$18-36
   Teacher Internship	Teaching interns are individuals who assist teachers and educators in the classroom. The interns are instructed to fulfill the tasks set out and provided by the supervisors for them... Show more	$16-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Classroom Management
   • Math
   • Mathematics
   • IEP
   • General Education Curriculum
   • Classroom Environment
   • Language Arts
   • Academic Support
   • Student Learning
   • Study
   • Instructional Support
   • Instructional Materials
   • Student Achievement
   • Progress Monitoring

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead debates with advance students on topics including globalization, economics, and political history.
   • Assist in the educational and social development of students with autism.
   • Communicate regularly with relate service providers, teachers and parents, and participate in CSE and RTI meetings.
   • Conduct school base and individualize professional development regarding reading and mathematics instruction.
   • Establish a positive rapport with emotionally disturb students and create FBAs ad BIPs to facilitate student behavior and academic growth
   • Work with ages pre-k through 8th grade.

   More learning support teacher duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your learning support teacher job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A learning support teacher salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, learning support teachers' average salary in north carolina is 53% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level learning support teachers earn 53% less than senior-level learning support teachers.
   • Certifications. A learning support teacher with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a learning support teacher's salary.

   Average learning support teacher salary

   $16.30hourly

   $33,914 yearly

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   Entry-level learning support teacher salary

   $23,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 18, 2026

   Average learning support teacher salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$51,115	$25
   2	New York	$43,092	$21
   3	Massachusetts	$41,653	$20
   4	New Jersey	$35,941	$17
   5	Pennsylvania	$35,038	$17
   6	Colorado	$33,816	$16
   7	Missouri	$32,619	$16
   8	Ohio	$30,242	$15
   9	Georgia	$30,053	$14
   10	Arizona	$29,737	$14
   11	Tennessee	$29,231	$14
   12	Texas	$28,494	$14
   13	Virginia	$28,044	$13
   14	Oklahoma	$26,819	$13
   15	South Carolina	$26,375	$13
   16	North Carolina	$25,902	$12
   17	Indiana	$25,811	$12

   Average learning support teacher salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Columbia University in the City of New York	$55,992	$26.92
   2	Marple Newtown SD	$50,119	$24.10	2
   3	District of Columbia Public Schools	$46,321	$22.27	5
   4	Jefferson Elementary School District	$45,965	$22.10	5
   5	Broward County Public Schools	$43,430	$20.88	3
   6	Lafayette School District	$42,341	$20.36	2
   7	Broome Delaware Tioga BOCES - Practical Nursing Program	$41,630	$20.01
   8	Democracy Prep Public Schools	$39,719	$19.10	10
   9	PSEA	$37,149	$17.86	21
   10	French American International School	$36,262	$17.43	1
   11	GST BOCES	$36,032	$17.32
   12	Learning Care Group	$35,879	$17.25	560
   13	Educate!	$35,513	$17.07	467
   14	Union County Public Schools	$35,464	$17.05	88
   15	Bright Star Schools	$35,092	$16.87	12
   16	New Story	$33,829	$16.26	24
   17	Pike Township Fire Dept	$33,658	$16.18	5
   18	The Academy	$33,574	$16.14	17
   19	Springs Charter Schools	$33,460	$16.09
   20	Adams 12 Five Star Schools	$33,250	$15.99	12

4. Writing a learning support teacher job description

   A learning support teacher job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a learning support teacher job description:

   Learning support teacher job description example

   Our Teachers bring warmth, patience, and understanding to the classroom every day, encouraging children to learn and grow. They inspire children to be lifelong learners using our nationally recognized curriculum that promotes social, physical, verbal, and cognitive development. Our Teachers are committed to making their center successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, families, and their team play a crucial role in that success.
   As a member of our teaching staff, you will:
   
   Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners Implement KCE's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
   The benefits our career professionals enjoy:
   
   Medical, dental and vision Childcare benefit Paid time off Education assistance and reimbursement Medical expense reimbursement/ Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs 401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match Qualifications
   
   Desired Skills and Experience:
   
   CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (or willing to obtain) Completed 12 core ECE Units Infant/toddler OR BA Degree in Child Development Must be physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English All center staff applicants must meet state specific guidelines for the role Our highest priority has always been to keep our employees, children, families, and communities as safe and healthy as possible. Starting October 18, 2021, we began requiring COVID vaccinations or weekly COVID testing for all unvaccinated employees. We are also subject to state law, local ordinances, and Health Department requirements for child care workers or school staff.
   
   KinderCare Education is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right learning support teacher for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your learning support teacher job on Zippia to find and attract quality learning support teacher candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as k12jobspot, learn4good, serious teachers, teachingjobs.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit learning support teachers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new learning support teacher

   Once you have selected a candidate for the learning support teacher position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new learning support teacher. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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