Special Needs Teacher

Nurture Mind Development; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurture Mind Development in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teacher to plan and deliver individualized, evidence-based educational programmes for children with developmental delays, ASD, ADHD, and other special needs. You'll work closely with families and a multidisciplinary team to support academic, communication, social, and functional development.

The role involves delivering IEP goals, conducting one-to-one and small group sessions, adapting strategies, developing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in relevant field.
• Experience with children with special needs preferred.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Individualized Education Programme (IEP) goals.
• Conduct structured one-to-one and small group intervention sessions.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet each child's learning needs.
• Develop and prepare teaching materials and visual supports.
• Foster literacy, numeracy, communication, social, self-help, and school readiness skills.
• Implement evidence-based teaching approaches (e.g., visual schedules, task analysis, prompting hierarchy, positive reinforcement).
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare professional progress reports and IEP reviews.
• Update daily communication logs and attendance records.
• Promote emotional regulation and appropriate social interactions.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
• Participate in parent meetings and consultations.
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Psychologists, and other professionals.
• Attend staff meetings and case discussions.
• Participate in professional development and training.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Child development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Special Education

Related field degree/diploma

Job description

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Nurture Mind Development – Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

Job Summary

The Special Needs Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering individualized, evidence-based educational programmes for children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning disabilities, and other special educational needs. The teacher works collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals to promote each child's academic, communication, social, behavioural, and functional development.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Plan and deliver Individualized Education Programme (IEP) goals.
• Conduct structured one-to-one and small group intervention sessions.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet each child's learning needs.
• Develop and prepare teaching materials and visual supports.
• Foster literacy, numeracy, communication, social, self-help, and school readiness skills.
• Implement evidence-based teaching approaches (e.g., visual schedules, task analysis, prompting hierarchy, positive reinforcement).

Assessment & Documentation

• Conduct baseline and ongoing developmental assessments.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare professional progress reports and IEP reviews.
• Update daily communication logs and attendance records.

Behaviour Management

• Monitor and document behavioural concerns.
• Promote emotional regulation and appropriate social interactions.
• Ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress.
• Participate in parent meetings and consultations.
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Psychologists, and other professionals.
• Attend staff meetings and case discussions.
• Participate in professional development and training.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain classroom organisation and cleanliness.
• Ensure teaching resources are well maintained.
• Comply with centre policies, safeguarding procedures, and health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Education, or a related field.
• Experience working with children with special needs is preferred.
• Fresh graduates with a passion for special education are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability.
• Knowledge of child development and special education practices.
• Good documentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.