Special Needs Teacher Jobs Kenya

Scope of Responsibilities:

The teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the success of each student as detailed in the ISK Mission, Vision and Student Aims.

Teaching responsibilities may include working with students in resource and inclusion setting.

Additionally the teacher will be expected to participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees; fulfil supervision duties as assigned, including some evening and weekend events; and contribute to the co-curricular program.

All teachers are expected to contribute to the co-curricular program.

Specific Responsibilities:

Work as a collaborative member of all elementary school areas, using the inclusion model to support students in the mainstream classes.

Implement a program of study that adheres to the course curriculum, as adopted by the Board of Directors.

Collaborate with colleagues in applying the ISK Educational Aims to all aspects of schooling.

Work with the Student Support Services (SSS) Coordinator to insure the implementation of the school-wide program as outlined in the SSS manual.

Develop and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) for students based on testing results, teacher input and observations (LRC teachers only).

Provide appropriate support for students through in-class, resource/pull-out, consultation, and monitoring.

Integrate technology within lessons to enhance instructional delivery.

Understand and conduct ongoing assessment of student progress of IEP goals (LRC teachers only), use assessment data to inform planning and instruction, and reflect on instructional techniques accordingly.

Differentiate instruction to address preferred learning styles and the needs and readiness levels of various students in class.

Schedule and chair Student Support Team (SST) meetings.

Be available to assist students outside of class time.

Communicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone, SSTs, and parent-teacher conferences.

Attend and participate actively in relevant departmental, divisional and K-12 professional meetings.

Participate on faculty committees and curriculum development programs as required.

Promote a positive learning and teaching environment.

Assume responsibility for meaningful professional growth, including remaining current and informed regarding educational research and best practices.

Participate in and supervise an annual two-four day intercultural trip as necessary.

Sponsore a minimum of one extra-curricular student activity.

Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the principal
Required Qualifications, Skills and Qualities:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant subject(s) (Special education or ESOL)

Understanding of learning disabilities and behaviour-based disabilities and effective research-based interventions.

Interpret results of educational psychological reports

Student-centered and nurturing personality

Commitment to collaborative planning

Teacher certification in relevant field from an accredited university/college, or state/national program

Minimum 2 years relevant teaching experience

Proficiency with educational technology

Fluent English speaker with excellent writing skills

Flexibility, humility, teachability, and creativity
Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Qualities:

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Understanding of and experience with standards-based curriculum, assessment and reporting

Experience with a backwards planning, "backwards by design," or Understanding by Design planning model

Teaching experience in a multi-cultural setting

Relevant teaching experience in elementary school

Demonstrated success in connecting learning to real–world problems

Demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary instruction

Demonstrated success with constructivist teaching methods

Experience in data analysis and goal setting to improve learning
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