Special Education Teacher

Rise Intervention Programme Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

RISE Intervention Programme Sdn Bhd in Petaling Jaya seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher to deliver personalized and group lessons for children on the Autism Spectrum using play-based and structured teaching methods aligned with the centre's early intervention objectives.

You will develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor progress, document observations, and adapt strategies to support communication, social, cognitive, and motor development.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Special Education and autism-focused interventions.
• Experience planning lessons and adapting instruction for diverse learners.
• Experience developing and implementing IEPs and progress monitoring.
• Excellent communication with families and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individualized and group lessons for children on the Autism Spectrum.
• Develop and implement IEPs, monitor progress, and document observations.
• Adjust teaching strategies to support communication, social, cognitive, and motor development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and guide families on learning strategies.
• Support transition planning into mainstream education and engage in professional development.

Skills

Special Education

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

IEP development

Family engagement

Education

Diploma or degree in Special Education or related field

Tools

Documentation/record-keeping

Job description

RISE Intervention Programme Sdn Bhd is a center focused on Early Intervention Programmes for children on the Autism Spectrum, emphasizing holistic development across key learning domains. The center prepares children for admission into mainstream learning institutions by promoting equal educational opportunities and individualized support. RISE designs personalized education plans to bridge competency gaps, build confidence, and help each child realize their full potential through understanding their interaction with their environment. Programmes range from play-based learning for toddlers using toys, activities, and academic materials, to structured early intervention that enhances communication, gross motor development, and readiness for mainstream education.

Role Description

The Special Education Teacher is a full-time, on-site role based in Petaling Jaya. The teacher will plan and deliver individualized and group lessons for children on the Autism Spectrum, using play-based and structured teaching techniques aligned with RISE’s Early Intervention Programme objectives. Daily responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), monitoring student progress, documenting observations, and adjusting strategies to support each child’s communication, social, cognitive, and motor development. The role involves collaborating closely with multidisciplinary team members, engaging and guiding families on learning strategies, and maintaining a safe, inclusive classroom environment. The teacher will also support transition planning for children moving into mainstream education and participate in ongoing professional development and curriculum refinement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Special Education and experience working with children with Disabilities, ideally within early intervention or autism-focused settings.
• Proven Teaching skills, including lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction for diverse learning needs.
• Experience supporting children at early childhood or primary/Middle School levels, with an understanding of age-appropriate developmental milestones.
• Effective Communication skills for collaborating with colleagues, engaging families, and documenting student progress clearly and accurately.
• Relevant diploma or degree in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Ability to work compassionately, patiently, and consistently with children who have varied behavioral and learning profiles.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing IEPs, records, and teaching materials.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and adopt evidence-based practices in autism intervention and inclusive education.