Overview
AL KHALEEJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Special Needs Teacher (also known as SEN Teacher) is responsible for teaching and supporting students with a range of physical, emotional, behavioral, or learning disabilities. They create inclusive learning environments tailored to individual educational needs, ensuring each child can achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
· Individualized Instruction:
o Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students based on assessments and in collaboration with parents, specialists, and other educators.
o Adapt lesson plans and teaching methods to suit diverse learning needs and abilities.
· Classroom Support:
o Provide one-on-one or small group instruction when necessary.
o Manage classroom behavior effectively using positive behavior strategies.
o Promote social, emotional, and cognitive development.
· Collaboration:
o Work closely with general education teachers, teaching assistants, therapists (e.g., speech, occupational), and school counselors.
o Attend IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and staff development sessions.
· Assessment & Progress Monitoring:
o Evaluate students’ progress and adapt teaching strategies as needed.
o Maintain accurate records of student performance and behavior.
o Report regularly to parents and school leadership.
· Inclusion Advocacy:
o Foster an inclusive environment where all students feel safe, supported, and respected.
o Promote awareness and understanding of disabilities within the school community.
Skills
Requirements:
· Education:
o Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
o Valid teaching certification with a Special Education endorsement.
· Experience:
o Previous experience working with children with special needs is strongly preferred.
o Familiarity with various disabilities (e.g., autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, physical impairments).
· Skills:
o Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
o Patience, empathy, and adaptability.
o Ability to develop creative and engaging teaching strategies.
o Knowledge of assistive technologies and inclusive education practices.
o Native Arabic speaker preferred
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Education
Special Education
Preferred Candidate
Entry Level – Less than 2 years experience
Bachelors
About GEMS Education
Trusted for over 55 years and now a third generation education family, GEMS Education began in a single school room in Dubai. Today, we have the privilege of educating over 190,000 students from over 176 countries through GEMS owned and managed schools globally; over 270,000 students access resources through our services division; and we will impact 20 million by 2020 students through the initiatives of our Charity partner Varkey Foundation.
