Special Educator

Divine Bliss Therapy Center; Maduravoyal; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Divine Bliss Therapy Center in Tamil Nadu is seeking a dedicated Special Educator with expertise in Hearing Impairment (HI) and Intellectual Disability (ID) to design individualized educational interventions and support children's developmental progress.

You will conduct assessments, develop IEPs, deliver one-to-one and small group sessions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to empower children with HI, ID, ASD, and related needs, while maintaining detailed records and parental

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Special Education with HI/ID specialization preferred.
• RCI registration preferred/required as applicable.
• Freshers with appropriate qualifications welcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct educational and developmental assessments based on each child's needs.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Provide one-to-one and small-group special education sessions.
• Plan academic, functional, social, communication, and life-skill interventions.
• Coordinate with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and other professionals.

Skills

Special education principles

Child development

HI/ID education methods

Individualized intervention plans

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation skills

Professional attitude

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor's / Master's in Special Education

RCI registration

Job description

Position: Special Educator

Specialization: Hearing Impairment (HI) & Intellectual Disability (ID)

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, responsible, and child-friendly Special Educator with expertise in Hearing Impairment (HI) and/or Intellectual Disability (ID) to provide individualized educational intervention, developmental support, and functional learning programs for children with special educational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct educational and developmental assessments based on the child's individual needs.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Provide one-to-one and small-group special education sessions.
• Plan individualized academic, functional, social, communication, and life-skill interventions.
• Work with children with Hearing Impairment (HI), Intellectual Disability (ID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Learning Disabilities (LD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and other developmental needs.
• Develop academic skills including reading, writing, spelling, mathematics, comprehension, and functional academics.
• Develop attention, memory, cognitive, communication, social, and classroom-readiness skills.
• For children with Hearing Impairment, use appropriate communication and educational strategies, including visual learning, auditory-verbal support where applicable, sign language/Indian Sign Language (ISL), and other suitable communication methods based on the child's needs and qualifications.
• For children with Intellectual Disability, focus on functional academics, adaptive skills, daily living skills, social skills, vocational readiness, and independent functioning.
• Use visual aids, activity-based learning, multisensory techniques, worksheets, structured teaching, and individualized teaching materials.
• Monitor and document each child's progress regularly.
• Maintain accurate IEPs, session notes, assessment records, progress reports, and parent communication records.
• Provide parents with appropriate home-based activities and strategies.
• Coordinate with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in case discussions, team meetings, parent consultations, and professional development activities.
• Maintain professional confidentiality and follow centre policies and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Special Education, preferably with specialization in:
  • Hearing Impairment (HI)
  • Intellectual Disability (ID)
• RCI registration is preferred/required as applicable to the position.
• Candidates with relevant special-education certifications and practical experience are encouraged to apply.
• Freshers with appropriate qualifications are welcome.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of special education principles and child development.
• Knowledge of HI and ID-specific educational approaches.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized intervention plans.
• Patient, empathetic, and child-friendly approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with children having different developmental and learning needs.
• Strong documentation and progress-monitoring skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with children with:
• Hearing Impairment (HI)
• Intellectual Disability (ID)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• ADHD
• Learning Disabilities (LD)
• Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
• Developmental and academic difficulties
• Communication and behavioral difficulties

What We Offer

• Professional and supportive multidisciplinary work environment.
• Opportunity to work with diverse pediatric developmental cases.
• Exposure to collaborative intervention with other therapy professionals.
• Opportunities for professional learning and skill development.
• Salary based on qualification, experience, and professional competency.

Join us in supporting children to develop their abilities, independence, confidence, and overall potential.