Autism-Focused Early Years Special Education Teacher

Tigerschildcare; Bray; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time working

CPD and career development

On-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Nexus/Tigers Childcare in Ireland seeks a dedicated Early Years Educator to deliver specialised teaching for children with ASD in a focused setting. You will implement individualised programmes, develop IEPs and foster a safe, engaging classroom that supports communication, social and developmental progress.

You will collaborate with Behaviour Support and families to ensure consistent interventions and ongoing professional growth in a structured, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Level 8 qualification in Special Education or related discipline.
• Eligible for registration with the Teaching Council of Ireland.
• Experience supporting children with autism and/or additional needs.
• Strong understanding of child-centred and autism-informed practice.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A calm, patient and professional approach to supporting children with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised teaching programmes that support each child’s communication, social and developmental progress.
• Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to drive measurable outcomes.
• Create a structured, supportive classroom environment that enables children to feel safe, engaged and ready to learn.
• Use evidence-based approaches to support behaviour, independence and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with Behaviour Support colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent and effective interventions.
• Build strong relationships with families to support each child’s development both in the classroom and at home.
• Contribute to a collaborative, professional team environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

Experience supporting children withAut

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Calm and patient

Autism-informed practice

Education

Level 8 qualification in Special Education or related discipline

Postgraduate qualification in Special Educational Needs (nice-to-have)

Job description

Nexus/Tigers Childcare in Ireland seeks a dedicated Early Years Educator to deliver specialised teaching for children with ASD in a focused setting. You will implement individualised programmes, develop IEPs and foster a safe, engaging classroom that supports communication, social and developmental progress.

You will collaborate with Behaviour Support and families to ensure consistent interventions and ongoing professional growth in a structured, supportive team environment.