What Does LDA Minnesota’s Learning Connections Program Do?

LDA Minnesota’s Learning Connections program provides academic support through small group instruction. We partner with Minneapolis and St. Paul schools, focusing in helping students who currently are performing below grade level. Our specially trained teachers provide intensive intervention instruction to students in grades Kindergarten through 12 in reading, writing, math, and the development of English for bilingual students.

LDA’s licensed teachers have experience working with students needing intense instructional support. While participating in this program, our teachers work with students in small groups 4 to 5 days per week. During these small group sessions, the teachers use evidence-based curriculum and instruction tailored (or individualized) to meet each student’s needs. Then every two weeks, LDA teachers formally assess student progress to track students’ growth and modify instruction if needed. When determining if students are ready to “graduate” from the program, their progress and performance are used as well.

During the 2021-2022 school year, our partners for Learning Connections include DeLaSalle High School, St. Peter Claver, Community of Saints, Risen Christ School, Magnuson Christian School and Frassati Catholic Academy.

Read stories about our amazing Learning Connections students!

Are you a teacher looking for a job working with small groups? Our Learning Connections teaching team is always looking for experienced interventionists!  Email us at hr@ldaminnesota.org to inquire about our current positions or check our job postings.