Special Educator

About the role

BrightSpyre is hiring a Special Educator in Karachi. The role covers assessing children's educational, developmental and learning needs, planning and delivering individualised and group-based special education sessions, and supporting children with developmental disabilities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) according to each child's needs.
• Assess children's educational, developmental and learning needs, identify learning difficulties and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
• Provide individualized and group-based special education sessions and develop age-appropriate learning activities and teaching strategies.
• Support children in developing academic, social, communication and daily living skills.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, maintain regular progress reports and keep accurate student records and assessment reports.
• Coordinate with parents and caregivers about the child's progress and give guidance on home-based learning and developmental activities.
• Work with Speech Therapists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other professionals, and take part in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, supportive and child-friendly learning environment.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education from an HEC-recognized institution.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience preferred; fresh candidates with relevant practical training may also apply.
• Relevant certification or training in Special Education is an advantage; experience with children with developmental disabilities is an advantage.

Required skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of special education and child development.
• Ability to work with children with developmental disabilities.
• Patience, empathy and a child-friendly approach.
• Assessment, documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.