Special Education Teacher

Location: Dwarka, Delhi
Client: A reputed CBSE school

A reputed CBSE school in Dwarka, Delhi is looking to hire an experienced Special Educational Teacher to lead and manage its Special Needs Department.

The role requires a compassionate and experienced special education professional who can foster a nurturing and inclusive environment for students with diverse learning needs and multiple disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Special Needs Department, including special educators and learning support staff.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and child-centred environment for students with diverse learning needs and multiple disabilities.
• Lead the identification, assessment and periodic review of students requiring additional learning support.
• Develop, implement and review Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) based on each students academic, behavioural and developmental needs.
• Monitor student progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and SEN programmes.
• Guide teachers on differentiated instruction, classroom accommodations and inclusive teaching practices.
• Provide professional development and training to the academic team and special educators on effective strategies for supporting students with special needs.
• Build strong relationships with parents and ensure they remain informed and actively involved in their childs education and progress.
• Coordinate with teachers, counsellors, therapists, parents, and external specialists to provide comprehensive student support.
• Work closely with senior leadership and the wider school team to align SEN strategies with the schools objectives, policies, and academic framework.
• Communicate regularly with school leadership on SEN policies, student progress, departmental requirements, and emerging concerns.
• Submit detailed reports to school leadership on student outcomes, departmental goals, and the effectiveness of SEN programmes.
• Manage CBSE examination accommodations, concessions and related documentation.
• Stay informed about current trends, research and best practices in special education, and implement relevant improvements within the department.
• Ensure compliance with applicable CBSE, Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and other relevant rules and regulations

Educational Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Special Education; or
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Special Education; or
• Diploma in Special Education from a recognised institution.
• A degree in Psychology would be an advantage.
• Valid Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) registration/certification (Compulsory)

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Special Educator.
• Prior experience in a CBSE school would be strongly preferred.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong understanding of inclusive education and support strategies for students with diverse learning needs and multiple disabilities.
• Proven ability to lead and develop special educators while building a consistent, child-centred approach across the department.
• Sound judgement in assessing student needs, reviewing interventions, and making appropriate support recommendations.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with parents, teachers, counsellors, therapists and school leadership.
• Ability to influence classroom practices by guiding teachers on differentiation, accommodations, and inclusive teaching methods.
• Compassionate, patient and emotionally mature, with the confidence to manage complex and sensitive student situations.