Lower School Student Support (Part Time 40%) August 2023 - June 2024

The Position: Learning Support Teachers are integral members of the Student Support Team, working closely with Faculty to deliver effective support for students and their families. 

 

Essential qualification:

• Valid Swiss work permit

Desired qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience, with at least one position in an international school setting


• Masters (or equivalent) in Special Education


• Experience working in Upper Primary


• Experience and training with key intervention programs


• Experience with inclusive programs, using a multi level student support system, e.g. MLSS/RTI


• Experience and training in supporting children with regulation needs


• Experience developing and implementing IEPs


• Experience with common educational and screening assessments 


• Experience with assistive technologies and 1:1 device programs


• A commitment to relationship building with students, colleagues and families


• A commitment and passion for celebrating neurodiversity


• A commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and active participation in school life

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with homeroom teachers, single subject teachers, therapists and other student support teachers to ensure appropriate support and challenge in student learning


• Differentiate for a range of student strengths and challenges 


• Administer assessments for student placement and support


• In collaboration with the homeroom teachers, design and deliver evidence-based level 2 interventions for students needing additional support


• Implement, manage and review the  IEP process for students receiving level 2 or Level 3 support in the caseload 


• Develop and implement tailored realistic but challenging goals for students needing academic support at level 3 - this may include extension/enrichment as well as remediation 


• Manage and implement assessment modifications  


• Collect and analyze data, and facilitate data driven conversations with the grade level team


• Initiate and actively nurture positive relationships with all stakeholders including external providers


• Regularly communicate directly and collaboratively with students and staff


• Collaboratively manage home-school communication, including conferences, IEP meetings, meeting minutes and end of year reports


• Plan and support grade to grade transition following agreed procedures


• Actively participate and contribute to appropriate teams 


• Remain active and informed of current professional research and practice to ensure best supported practices in the instruction and care of children are used, sharing and consulting as needed


• Maintain and update all individual student and grade level documentation in a shared drive 


• Advocate for all students with additional needs