Special Education Teacher

Role Purpose:

To plan, implement, and adapt individualized educational programs for children with developmental delays, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other special needs. The special educator works collaboratively with therapists, psychologists, and families to create inclusive, skill-building learning environments that support academic, cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess each child’s educational and developmental needs using informal and formal tools.
• Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to the child’s strengths, challenges, and learning styles.
• Deliver one-on-one or small group instruction focusing on:
• Pre-academic and academic skills
• Functional academics
• Communication and social skills
• Behavioural and life skills
• Use special education techniques such as task analysis, visual schedules, multisensory instruction, ABA-based strategies (if applicable), TEACCH, structured teaching, etc.
• Modify standard curriculum and teaching materials to suit each child’s needs and level.
• Monitor and document student progress; revise IEP goals as needed.
• Collaborate with therapists (OT, speech, physiotherapy), psychologists, and caregivers for a multidisciplinary approach.
• Guide and train parents in implementing learning strategies at home.
• Support children during transitions (to school, higher grades, or vocational programs).
• Create a safe, engaging, inclusive, and structured learning environment.
• Maintain regular records, reports, and documentation for each child.
• Participate in case meetings, team discussions, and professional development.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Diploma / B.Ed / M.Ed in Special Education (any specialization – ID, LD, ASD, etc.) from a recognized institution.
• Certification: RCI-registered Special Educator preferred.
• Experience:
• 1–3 years of teaching children with special needs (early intervention, inclusive education, or special school settings).
• Freshers with strong training and practical exposure also welcome.
• Knowledge of child development, learning differences, and educational intervention strategies.
• Strong skills in developing and implementing IEPs.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to individual learning styles.
• Patience, empathy, creativity, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹10,369.34 - ₹23,755.93 per month

Work Location: In person