Secondary Learning Support Teacher

We want to attract forward-thinking professionals to our faculty who have the human skills to really engage and inspire our students. We are interested as much in who you are - what motivates you; what life experience you will bring with you, and what you think really matters in education. We are an educational community that wants to talk about ideas and work together to prioritize what we believe in. In this spirit, we seek professionals who actively collaborate with colleagues and who are willing to try fresh approaches to teaching and learning.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

Panyaden is seeking to hire an enthusiastic and engaging professional, qualified to support students with learning challenges and differences. The teacher’s primary responsibility is to ensure the success of each student and provide differentiated instruction and support services to secondary students enrolled in the Learning Support program. Teaching responsibilities will include working with students in co-taught classes, small group settings, one to one, and monitoring response to interventions. The teacher will be expected to participate in collaborative teams, promote a positive learning environment, and assume responsibility for meaningful professional growth.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

It is expected that as a Secondary Learning Support Teacher l will demonstrate the following skills and knowledge:

● Build relationships with students on their caseload to best understand and meet the needs of their learning

profiles

● Deliver differentiated instruction and implement research-based interventions for effective learning

● Monitor student learning progress using a variety of student data to make informed decisions

● Facilitate student-centered Student Support Meetings (SST) with parents and colleagues

● Develop measurable Student Support Plans, IEPs, and response to intervention plans, and communicate progress regularly with parents and teachers

● Make recommendations for students referred to and exiting from the Learning Support program

● Work collaboratively to co-plan and co-teach lessons with mainstream teachers across a variety of content areas to promote inclusive practices

● Attend and participate actively in departmental and divisional professional meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

It is expected that candidates for this position will be highly qualified educators. Characteristics of the ideal person for this position would include:

Education / Certification / Experience:

● Bachelor’s Degree in the field of education or a related field

● Masters Degree in the field of education or a related field preferred

● Teacher certification in Special Education, Dyslexia or a related field from an accredited university/college

● At least 3 years of teaching experience as a Learning Support teacher

● Previous experience working within an international school or multi-cultural setting

● Knowledge and/or experience with the International Baccalaureate program

● Previous co-teaching experience

● Experience interpreting results of psychological educational reports

● Knowledge of the response to intervention system preferred

● Proficiency in educational technology

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

● Committed to working with children with learning challenges

● Is a child advocate who believes in student-centered, strength-based decision making

● Is passionate about implementing inclusive practices

● Strives to build meaningful connections with students and parents

● Is able to work collaboratively as part of a team

● Is an effective communicator who is able to navigate courageous conversations

● Is flexible in how support services are delivered

● Is a life-long learner committed to improving their practice

● Comfortability sharing best practice with colleagues and presenting to peers

● Maintains confidentiality

● A positive individual who takes care of their own well being

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & CONTRACT

This position receives a highly competitive salary and benefits package; the initial appointment will be for a two-year period, to be renewed annually thereafter.