SEN Teacher

About the role

International Schools Partnership (ISP) is recruiting a Special Educational Needs (SEN) teacher in Dubai. The role supports students with special learning and socio-emotional needs, works closely with the Psychology Department and the Academic Coordinator, and involves lesson planning, grading, assessment design and classroom management.

Key responsibilities

• Plan lessons in advance, send plans to the Head of Level and Academic Coordinator, and prepare class materials
• Design and prepare monthly assessments, grade all assigned work and keep the grade book up to date
• Keep the classroom decorated with materials related to lessons, activities and holidays
• Perform playground supervision and supervise the Homework Board, assigning a student to record homework every two weeks
• Collaborate with the Psychology Department to support students with academic or behavioural issues, and refer students with emotional, personal or family issues
• Work with the Academic Coordinator and psychologist on special needs, including gifted learners, and help organise community service projects and fundraising
• Take part in meetings with teachers, academic coordinators and assistant principals, institutional workshops, parent meetings and school activities
• Record daily attendance, collect assignments for portfolios, and encourage student participation in subcommittees
• Promote open communication with students and parents, and comply with the work schedule (departure time varies by grade level)

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in education
• Advanced English (fluent in speaking, reading and writing)
• Proficiency in digital tools and intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Competencies: organisation, planning, leadership, analytical skills, ability to work under pressure, communication and strategic thinking
• Must follow ISP's safeguarding, diversity, equity and inclusion principles and undergo vetting including criminal background checks