Special Educator

Shridha School Indore; Indore District; On-site; INR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Shridha School Indore is seeking a dedicated Special Educator to support children with diverse learning needs on-site in Indore. You will design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), adapt curriculum, differentiate instruction, and provide direct instruction in academic, social, and life skills.

Collaborating with general educators, therapists, and school leadership, you will track progress, maintain documentation, and communicate with families to ensure cohesive, inclusive

Qualifications

• Strong skills in special education planning and delivery, including creating individualized education plans, adapting curriculum, and differentiating instruction.
• Competence in classroom management, behavior support, and positive reinforcement strategies to create a safe and encouraging learning environment.
• Assessment and documentation skills, including conducting educational evaluations, monitoring student progress, and maintaining accurate records.
• Collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and external support providers.
• Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity when supporting children with learning difficulties and their families.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field; relevant certifications in special education or inclusive education are preferred.
• Experience working with children with learning challenges, developmental delays, or neurodiverse profiles in a school or clinical setting.
• Ability to use basic educational technology and assistive tools to support differentiated teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in English and local languages as needed to communicate effectively with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Adapt curriculum and classroom activities to meet diverse needs.
• Provide direct instruction in academic, social, and life skills.
• Collaborate with general educators, therapists, and school leadership to ensure integrated support for each child.
• Maintain progress documentation and communicate with families to inform instructional decisions.

Skills

IEP planning

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Behavior support

Positive reinforcement

Assessment

Documentation

Collaboration

Communication

Empathy

Cultural sensitivity

Experience with diverse learners

Educational tech

English proficiency

Local language skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or related field

Relevant certifications in special education or inclusive education

Job description

Company Description

Shridha School Indore is a specialized learning environment that believes every child deserves access to high-quality education tailored to their unique needs. In collaboration with the Gateway School of Mumbai, Shridha offers evidence-based programs for children with learning challenges. The curriculum is individualized, with resources and support systems designed to help students overcome difficulties and build independence. Shridha is committed not only to empowering learners, but also to supporting their families and the broader care network. The school’s mission is to develop skills, knowledge, understanding, and attitudes that enable students to lead fulfilling, productive lives and contribute positively to society.

Role Description

The Special Educator will work on-site at Shridha School in Indore in a full-time capacity, supporting children with diverse learning needs. Responsibilities include designing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), adapting curriculum and classroom activities, and providing direct instruction in academic, social, and life skills. The role involves conducting assessments, tracking progress, and maintaining clear documentation to inform instructional decisions. The Special Educator will collaborate closely with general educators, therapists, and school leadership to ensure integrated support for each child. Ongoing communication with families and caregivers, participation in team meetings, and contribution to school-wide initiatives to enhance inclusive education are also part of the role.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in special education planning and delivery, including creating individualized education plans, adapting curriculum, and differentiating instruction.
• Competence in classroom management, behavior support, and positive reinforcement strategies to create a safe and encouraging learning environment.
• Assessment and documentation skills, including conducting educational evaluations, monitoring student progress, and maintaining accurate records.
• Collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and external support providers.
• Empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity when supporting children with learning difficulties and their families.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field; relevant certifications in special education or inclusive education are preferred.
• Experience working with children with learning challenges, developmental delays, or neurodiverse profiles in a school or clinical setting.
• Ability to use basic educational technology and assistive tools to support differentiated teaching and learning.
• Proficiency in English and local languages as needed to communicate effectively with students and families.