Lead Special Education Teacher

Key Skills / Competencies

Previous Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience in special education settings, ideally with students who have developmental disabilities across primary and secondary levels.
  

• Proven experience in developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and tracking student progress using data-driven methods.
  

• Experience working in or leading a self-contained classroom or specialized program within an inclusive school environment.
  

• Demonstrated success in supervising and mentoring teaching assistants, paraeducators, or support staff.
  

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, general education teachers, and families.
  

• Familiarity with inclusive international school settings, Cambridge or similar curricula is an added advantage.
  

• Background in planning and delivering life skills, functional academics, and adaptive behavior strategies.
  

• Exposure to using assistive technology and AAC devices in the classroom.
  

• Participation in school-wide initiatives, such as professional development facilitation, admissions support, or curriculum adaptation, is a plus.
  

Instruction and Student Support

• Deliver individualized and group instruction to students with developmental disabilities across K–12.
  

• Design and implement differentiated learning plans aligned with IEP goals and student abilities.
  

• Integrate literacy, numeracy, life skills, and assistive technology into daily instruction.
  

• Foster a structured, inclusive, and emotionally supportive classroom environment.
  

IEP Development and Progress Monitoring

• Develop, implement, and review Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams.
  

• Conduct assessments to inform IEP goals, determine placement, and track student progress.
  

• Lead bi-annual benchmark meetings to evaluate student growth and adjust support strategies.
  

Leadership and Supervision

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the IMPACT Center, maintaining a safe and organized learning environment.
  

• Supervise and coach teaching assistants, including regular feedback and performance reviews.
  

• Provide in-house training and mentorship to build staff capacity in inclusive practices.
  

Collaboration and Inclusion

• Work closely with general education and specialist teachers to promote inclusive classroom participation.
  

• Collaborate with external therapists to align school routines with therapy goals.
  

• Support integration and transition planning for students into mainstream settings where appropriate.
  

Parent and Community Engagement

• Maintain ongoing communication with families about student progress, challenges, and strategies for home support.
  

• Represent the special education program during admissions, onboarding, and community outreach.
  

• Organize and participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.
  

Program Development and Compliance

• Support the development and continual improvement of the IMPACT Center’s structure, curriculum, and policies.
  

• Ensure compliance with internal documentation and data tracking procedures.
  

• Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and inventory of resources and equipment.
  

Professional Growth and Contribution

• Set annual professional goals in consultation with the school’s External Education Specialist.
  

• Actively engage in professional development opportunities, both internal and external.
  

• Contribute to school-wide planning, meetings, and committees as needed.