Learning Support Assistant - Special Educational Needs

GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL - DUBAI; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Dubai is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The role involves providing one-on-one assistance, implementing individualized education plans, collaborating with teachers, and fostering a supportive learning environment. Candidates must demonstrate empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and parents.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to learning styles.
• Team-focused with collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to students with SEN.
• Assist in understanding and completing academic tasks.
• Foster emotional well-being and manage challenging behaviors.
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Keep records of student progress.
• Implement strategies to address and manage challenging behaviors, ensuring a safe and conducive learning atmosphere.
• Maintain open communication with teaching staff, Inclusion teacher, and other professionals involved in the student's support network.
• Maintain daily communication with parents effectively.
• Keep detailed records of student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion teachers to assess and report on the effectiveness of intervention strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at GEMS Founders School- Dubai. The successful candidate will work closely with special needs children, providing one-on-one support or group to enhance their learning experience and overall development.

Responsibilities

Individualized Support

• Provide direct one-on-one support to students with special educational needs (SEN) in various learning environments.
• Implement individualized education and behavior plans under the guidance of the SEN Coordinator or relevant professionals.

Academic Assistance

• Assist students in understanding and completing academic tasks, adapting materials to suit their learning styles and abilities.
• Collaborate with teachers to reinforce learning objectives and modify teaching strategies as needed.

Emotional and Behavioral Support

• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students with SEN, promoting emotional well-being and positive behavior.
• Implement strategies to address and manage challenging behaviors, ensuring a safe and conducive learning atmosphere.

Communication and Collaboration

• Maintain open communication with teaching staff, Inclusion teacher, and other professionals involved in the student's support network.
• Maintain daily communication with parents effectively.

Progress Monitoring

• Keep detailed records of student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion teachers to assess and report on the effectiveness of intervention strategies.

Skills

• Empathy and patience in working with children with diverse needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles.
• Team player with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.