We are looking for a reliable and motivated Special Education Needs (SEN) teacher who is interested in making a long-term commitment to EC2 and to the island of Saba. As SEN teacher you work with a group of students with a variety of Special Needs. You are able to assess the students’ individual needs in the field of cognitive and social-emotional development and translate this into individual educational goals and activities.
Planning tasks
• Experienced in writing Individual Development Plans and Individual Educational Plans based on the students’ needs, talents and interests
• Apply recommendations of the multi-disciplinary team pertaining to behavior, well-being, education, communication and development
• Develop a curriculum and prepare lesson plans and instruction materials to cater to student ability levels
Teaching tasks
• Give guidance and teach children with mixed developmental needs in a self-contained classroom
• Present information to and share new skills with other teachers and assistants
• Collaborate with Personal and SEN Assistants
• Apply positive strategies, therapeutic play, behavior modification, success-experiences in your teaching
• Apply modern technology and 21st century teaching skills
• Willing to implement the PEC system
Requirements
• Relevant bachelor or master’s degree SEN, or experienced teacher cluster 4
• Work experience with children with behavior and developmental issues
• Knowledgeable of the current student care system on Saba, or will comply with it shortly
• Willing to apply an action- oriented approach and differentiate
• Able and willing to develop curriculum and tailor-made activities based on life skills and social skills
Communication skills
• Eager and able to work in a team and with different professionals
• Maintain regular contact with other teachers, parents and colleagues
• Create a safe and positive learning environment for children
• Fluent in English and preferably also some command of Dutch and Spanish
• Able to give constructive feedback to parents / teachers
• Able to monitor and report on progress verbally and in writing
Candidates are asked to submit applications before April 19th, 2021. We are particularly interested in your motivation and experience.
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