The SEN Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating individualized educational programs for students with special educational needs. The role ensures high-quality service delivery, measurable student outcomes, safeguarding compliance, and adherence to DCD regulatory standards.
1. Individualized Education Planning
- Develop, implement, and review Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Ensure IEP goals are SMART, measurable, and evidence-based.
- Maintain updated and compliant student records.
- Conduct scheduled IEP review meetings with parents and multidisciplinary teams.
2. Teaching & Learning
- Deliver structured, differentiated lessons.
- Apply evidence-based instructional strategies.
- Adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs.
- Track and document student progress using data-driven systems.
3. Student Wellbeing & Safeguarding
- Ensure student safety, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Implement positive behavior support strategies.
- Report safeguarding concerns in accordance with centre policy.
- Promote independence and life skills development.
4. Collaboration & Communication
- Work collaboratively with therapists and support staff.
- Attend case conferences and contribute to intervention planning.
- Maintain regular communication with parents regarding progress.
5. Compliance & Professional Conduct
- Adhere to DCD standards and centre policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical practice.
- Participate in professional development activities.
- Support inclusion, diversity, and equitable practices.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Childhood Education (master’s is an advantage)
- Certificate of equivalency from the MOE UAE of the degree is a must
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a special education setting.
- Knowledge of IEP development and behavior intervention planning.
- Familiarity with DCD inspection standards.
Ø Competencies
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Data-driven instructional planning.
- Effective communication and documentation skills.
- Emotional resilience and empathy.
- Team collaboration and professional ethics.
Job Type: Full-time