Special Educator

Position: Special Educator

Specialization: Hearing Impairment (HI) & Intellectual Disability (ID)

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate, responsible, and child-friendly Special Educator with expertise in Hearing Impairment (HI) and/or Intellectual Disability (ID) to provide individualized educational intervention, developmental support, and functional learning programs for children with special educational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct educational and developmental assessments based on the child's individual needs.

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

• Provide one-to-one and small-group special education sessions.

• Plan individualized academic, functional, social, communication, and life-skill interventions.

• Work with children with Hearing Impairment (HI), Intellectual Disability (ID), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Learning Disabilities (LD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and other developmental needs.

• Develop academic skills including reading, writing, spelling, mathematics, comprehension, and functional academics.

• Develop attention, memory, cognitive, communication, social, and classroom-readiness skills.

• For children with Hearing Impairment, use appropriate communication and educational strategies, including visual learning, auditory-verbal support where applicable, sign language/Indian Sign Language (ISL), and other suitable communication methods based on the child's needs and qualifications.

• For children with Intellectual Disability, focus on functional academics, adaptive skills, daily living skills, social skills, vocational readiness, and independent functioning.

• Use visual aids, activity-based learning, multisensory techniques, worksheets, structured teaching, and individualized teaching materials.

• Monitor and document each child's progress regularly.

• Maintain accurate IEPs, session notes, assessment records, progress reports, and parent communication records.

• Provide parents with appropriate home-based activities and strategies.

• Coordinate with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, and other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Participate in case discussions, team meetings, parent consultations, and professional development activities.

• Maintain professional confidentiality and follow centre policies and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / Master's degree in Special Education, preferably with specialization in:

• Hearing Impairment (HI)

• Intellectual Disability (ID)

• RCI registration is preferred/required as applicable to the position.

• Candidates with relevant special-education certifications and practical experience are encouraged to apply.

• Freshers with appropriate qualifications are welcome.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of special education principles and child development.

• Knowledge of HI and ID-specific educational approaches.

• Ability to develop and implement individualized intervention plans.

• Patient, empathetic, and child-friendly approach.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work with children having different developmental and learning needs.

• Strong documentation and progress-monitoring skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

• Professional attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn.

Preferred Experience

Experience working with children with:

• Hearing Impairment (HI)

• Intellectual Disability (ID)

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• ADHD

• Learning Disabilities (LD)

• Global Developmental Delay (GDD)

• Developmental and academic difficulties

• Communication and behavioral difficulties

What We Offer

• Professional and supportive multidisciplinary work environment.

• Opportunity to work with diverse pediatric developmental cases.

• Exposure to collaborative intervention with other therapy professionals.

• Opportunities for professional learning and skill development.

• Salary based on qualification, experience, and professional competency.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may share their updated CV/resume for further consideration.

Join us in supporting children to develop their abilities, independence, confidence, and overall potential.