Special Educator

K12 Techno Services; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

K12 Techno Services in India seeks a Teacher-Behavioral Counsellor to assess, support and monitor the behavioral and socio-emotional needs of students across grades. You will design and deliver structured intervention programs in collaboration with classroom teachers, parents, and the wider school support team.

This full-time on-site role involves delivering targeted interventions, maintaining detailed records, coordinating with external professionals, and contributing to staff development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Special Education, ABA or related field.
• Postgraduate diploma or master's in Special Education, School Counselling, or behavioral therapy is an advantage.
• Minimum two years of hands-on experience in a school-based or clinical setting providing behavioural counseling or intervention services to students in grades 1 through 12.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of at least one evidence-based behavioral intervention framework (ABA, PBS, CBT or equivalent).
• Familiarity with the documentation and reporting standards applicable to special education programs in Indian schools are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured behavioral assessments and observations for referred students to identify areas requiring targeted intervention.
• Design, implement, and review Individualized Behavior Support Plans (IBSPs) in coordination with the special education and classroom teaching teams.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group behavioral intervention sessions using ABA, CBT or PBS techniques.
• Collaborate with subject teachers to develop grade-appropriate strategies for inclusion in mainstream classrooms.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records, session notes, progress reports, and behavioral data for each student.
• Conduct parent consultations to share assessment findings and explain intervention goals and strategies to reinforce at home.
• Participate in Student Support Team meetings, contributing behavioral data and recommendations.
• Coordinate with external professionals such as psychologists, therapists, and medical practitioners when needed.
• Plan and facilitate staff development sessions on behavioural management strategies.
• Prepare and submit periodic progress reports and termly summaries for the Head of Special Education, keeping documentation in line with school data-protection guidelines.

Skills

Behavioral observation

Communication skills

Caseload management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Ethical data handling

Patience & consistency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Special Education, ABA or related

Postgraduate diploma or master's in Special Education, School Counselling, or behavioral therapy

Job description

Teacher-Behavioral Counsellor

Special Education | Teacher - Behavioural Counsellor

Role Summary

The Teacher-Behavioral Counsellor works within the Special Education department to assess, support and monitor the behavioral and socio-emotional needs of students across grades. The role involves designing and delivering structured intervention programs in close collaboration with classroom teachers, parents, and the wider school support team. This is a full-time position that requires consistent on-site engagement with students, staff, and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct structured behavioral assessments and observations for referred students to identify areas requiring targeted intervention.
• Design, implement, and review Individualized Behavior Support Plans (IBSPs) in coordination with the special education and classroom teaching teams.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group behavioral intervention sessions using evidence-based approaches such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques or Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
• Collaborate with subject teachers to develop grade-appropriate strategies that support the inclusion of students with behavioral needs within mainstream classrooms.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records, session notes, progress reports, and behavioral data for each student on the caseload.
• Conduct parent and guardian consultations to share assessment findings and explain intervention goals and provide guidance on strategies to reinforce at home.
• Participate in Student Support Team meetings, contributing behavioral data and recommendations to inform decisions about a student's support plan.
• Coordinate with external professionals such as psychologists, therapists, and medical practitioners when a case requires multidisciplinary input, following the school's referral protocols.
• Plan and facilitate sta development sessions or briengs on behavioural management strategies relevant to the school's student population.
• Prepare and submit periodic progress reports and termly summaries for the Head of Special Education, keeping all documentation in line with school data-protection guidelines.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Special Education, Applied Behaviour Analysis or a closely related field.
• A postgraduate diploma or master's degree in Special Education, School Counselling, Child and Adolescent psychology or behavioral therapy is an advantage.
• Minimum two years of hands-on experience in a school-based or clinical setting providing behavioural counseling or intervention services to students in grades 1 through 12.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of at least one evidence-based behavioral intervention framework (ABA, PBS, CBT or equivalent).
• Familiarity with the documentation and reporting standards applicable to special education programs in Indian schools are preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to conduct systematic behavioral observations and translate findings into actionable intervention plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing professional reports and engaging clearly with teaching staff, parents, and external specialists.
• Competence in maintaining confidential case records and managing a caseload across multiple grade levels.
• Capacity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, respecting the professional boundaries of colleagues from different specializations.
• Sound judgement in identifying situations that require escalation to senior staff or external referral.
• Prociency in using basic data tools for tracking intervention outcomes and presenting progress to stakeholders.
• Patience, consistency, and a methodical approach when working with students who present with complex or persistent behavioral difficulties.