SEND Teacher - Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej

Taaleem is looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and passionate SEND Teacher to join Dubai Schools Al Khawaneej campus in August 2024.

Dubai Schools 

The Dubai Schools Mission is to be a Beacon of Academic Excellence. Combining an inquisitive teaching approach and future-focused skillset delivery, we work hand-in-hand with the community to nurture students to become independent and empathetic learners. We offer an American education that will be guided by Arabic principles and Islamic values which will foster future-ready graduates, driven by pride and tolerance.

The main objective of the Dubai Schools Al Barsha, Al Khawaneej and Nad al Sheba Projects is to create a mutually beneficial partnership between the government and the private sector that ensures Dubai’s aspiration to have 100% of Emirati Students enrolled in 'Good+' rated schools. 

Primary Purpose of Job:  

This position is responsible for developing teaching plans according to students’ learning needs, and searching for activities and resources that can be easily adapted to each child’s educational requirements. Collaborate with school counselors, occupational therapists, psychologists, and parents to help children develop and socialize. Responsible for teaching groups of students with mild or moderate disabilities. Modify the existing curriculum on basic subjects (e.g. math, writing) to meet each student’s learning requirements and build individual lesson plans tailored to their specific needs. Discuss with parents and support staff about the important matters that might impede students’ progress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the head of department and SENCo.
• Undertake initial assessments for students, identify individual learning needs and ensure that all learners have appropriate Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom in their English/Math lessons and make sure that they are able to access the curriculum.
• To provide support to students with multiple barriers to learning including:
• Autistic Spectrum
• Specific Learning Difficulties
• Behaviour difficulties (EBD/ADHD/ADD)
• Hearing impairment
• Speech and language difficulties
• Students who require assistive technology
• Contribute to the overall ethos/ work/ aims of the school.
• Attend team and staff meetings.
• Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the head of department or line manager.
• Implement efficient and effective entry assessments when needed.
• Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
• Providing a safe and stimulating environment that facilities learning.
• Taking part in all training courses provided by the school.
• Working closely with the class teacher in identifying children and setting targets.
• Sourcing equipment and resources.
• Writing termly reports and identifying next steps.
• Sharing knowledge and modeling to TAs and CTs so they can administer programs for individual children with identified special educational needs.
• Implement agreed learning activities/ teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/ needs.
• Ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• To continuously develop your own role, taking responsibility for identifying and addressing training and professional development needs.

Position Requirements: 

Education: A bachelor’s degree in special education or relevant subject area and recognised teaching qualification or license.

Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar role

 Requirements and skills:

• Excellent command of English
• Experience in dealing or teaching children with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• A special education certification or working towards the certification is preferred.
• Successful teaching experience with needs students would be an asset.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to establish a strong rapport with students, families and school personnel.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Display a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Knowledge of computers and applicable software
• Ability to provide personal care for a student with intensive needs.
• Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children (i.e. aggressive, hyperactive students)

What We Offer

Teaching Staff are offered two-year contracts, which can be extended by further periods of up to two years, on the recommendation of the Principal.

Salaries are awarded on the basis of experience and qualifications and will be appointed to a specific point on the Dubai Schools’ salary scale. We regularly review our salary scales, which are structured to enable ongoing development and progression.

We offer a comprehensive set of benefits to our international staff, ensuring internationally recruited staff are provided with accommodation appropriate to the teacher’s status and family needs.

The Dubai Schools provide Medical Insurance to all employees under its sponsorship, during their employment, as per the UAE Labour Law. The insurance will cover the medical expenses within defined individual annual limits and as per the terms and conditions of the prevailing medical insurance policy.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Employment visa
• Taaleem provided accommodation or housing allowance
• Medical insurance for self, spouse, and two children
• Annual flight allowance for self
• Relocation allowance
• Tuition fee discount

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.