Special Education Teacher: Empower Students with IEPs

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive school community

Paid leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, is seeking a compassionate Special Education Teacher to manage a resource room and deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals. You will work with parents and staff to support students with diverse learning needs.

The role emphasizes assessment, collaboration with general education teachers, and ongoing progress monitoring to ensure effective accommodations and successful outcomes for learners with special needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid teaching certification or license specializing in Special Education.
• Minimum of 3 years experience teaching students with various learning disabilities or special needs.
• In-depth knowledge of special education law, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong assessment, instructional planning, and behavior management skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special educational needs.
• Provide direct, individualized, and small-group instruction to students based on their IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and support in the mainstream classroom.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, needs, and strategies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records, including IEPs, progress reports, and assessment data.

Skills

Assessment

Instructional planning

Behavior management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Teaching certification in Special Education

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, is seeking a compassionate Special Education Teacher to manage a resource room and deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals. You will work with parents and staff to support students with diverse learning needs.

The role emphasizes assessment, collaboration with general education teachers, and ongoing progress monitoring to ensure effective accommodations and successful outcomes for learners with special needs.