Special Needs Education Coordinator

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a Special Needs Education Coordinator to lead and enhance inclusive education initiatives. You will develop, implement, and oversee IEPs for students with diverse learning needs.

You will work with teachers, parents, therapists, and administrators to ensure students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, while ensuring compliant practices and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience working directly with students with special needs.
• Anticipates needs and adapts strategies for diverse learning requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Strong understanding of learning disabilities and behavioral support strategies.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and review IEPs for students requiring special educational support.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement differentiated instruction and accommodations.
• Liaise with external specialists, therapists, and agencies to provide comprehensive support services.
• Provide guidance and training to teachers and staff on best practices in special needs education.
• Monitor student progress and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

IEP development

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Education or Special Needs Education

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a compassionate and highly organized Special Needs Education Coordinator to lead and enhance their support services in Centurion. This critical role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs. You will work closely with teachers, parents, therapists, and administrators to ensure that all students receive the necessary support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This is an opportunity to drive positive change in inclusive education within a forward-thinking institution in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and review Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students requiring special educational support.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement differentiated instruction and accommodations within the mainstream classroom.
• Liaise with external specialists, therapists, and agencies to provide comprehensive support services.
• Provide guidance and training to teachers and staff on best practices in special needs education.
• Monitor student progress and ensure compliance with all relevant educational policies and regulations.

Requirements

• A relevant degree in Education, Special Needs Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with students with special needs.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing IEPs.
• Strong understanding of various learning disabilities and behavioral support strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and further specialization in Centurion.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment committed to student success.
• The chance to significantly impact the lives of students with diverse needs in Gauteng.
• Flexible working arrangements supporting a hybrid model.