ASD Special Needs Education Facilitator — Empower Learners

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a compassionate Special Needs Education Facilitator with ASD expertise to provide individualized educational support. You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to implement IEPs and evidence-based interventions, helping learners access inclusive education.

The role requires patience, empathy, and strong observational and communication skills, with knowledge of CAPS adaptations.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Special Needs Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience working with children diagnosed with ASD.
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies and behavioural support strategies for ASD.
• Excellent observational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a dedication to supporting students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized support to students with ASD in accordance with their IEPs.
• Implement evidence-based strategies and interventions to address learning, communication, and social challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt classroom materials and activities for ASD.
• Assist students in developing life skills, social skills, and emotional regulation.
• Work with parents to ensure consistency between school and home environments.
• Collect and maintain data on student progress, behaviour, and intervention responses.
• Promote positive peer interactions and social inclusion within the school community.
• Support the implementation of behaviour management plans.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student goals.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Empathy

Collaboration

Data collection

CAPS knowledge

Education

Special Needs Education or Psychology qualification

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a compassionate Special Needs Education Facilitator with ASD expertise to provide individualized educational support. You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to implement IEPs and evidence-based interventions, helping learners access inclusive education.

The role requires patience, empathy, and strong observational and communication skills, with knowledge of CAPS adaptations.