SEN Teacher

Inclusion Teacher (SEN Teacher)

Type: Permanent

Department: Academic

Line Manager: Head of Inclusion

• Learning, Teaching, and Classroom Practice
• Lead a dedicated Inclusion classroom, delivering high-quality, adapted teaching for students with additional learning needs.
• Tailor instruction, materials, and activities to meet diverse learning profiles and developmental needs.
• Use a range of evidence-based, SEN-appropriate teaching strategies that promote engagement, independence, communication, and social development.
• Create a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment built on positive relationships and clear routines.
• Work collaboratively with subject teachers and support staff to ensure inclusive practice across all learning environments.
• Assessment and Monitoring of Progress
• Assess, monitor, and document student progress using appropriate SEN assessment tools, observational notes, and formative/summative measures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of progress, behaviour data, interventions, and student needs.
• Use data to inform teaching, adjust strategies, and set targets that promote meaningful progress.
• Provide regular updates to the Inclusion Coordinator and participate in data review meetings.
• IEP Development and Implementation
• Contribute to the development, review, and refinement of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with the Inclusion Coordinator, teachers, parents, and specialists.
• Implement IEPs effectively within the classroom, ensuring goals are embedded in daily learning.
• Conduct scheduled IEP reviews, evaluate progress, and adjust goals, accommodations, and support strategies as needed.
• Ensure all stakeholders — teachers, parents, therapists — understand their roles in IEP implementation.
• Curriculum Adaptation and Access
• Adapt curriculum content, learning activities, and assessments to ensure accessibility for students with diverse needs.
• Modify teaching approaches to support varying cognitive, physical, emotional, and language needs.
• Collaborate with classroom and subject teachers to promote inclusive planning and ensure alignment with whole-school expectations.
• Ensure all students are able to engage meaningfully in a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Collaboration with Therapists and Specialists
• Work closely with the school’s multidisciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Behaviour Specialists, and Learning Support Assistants.
• Participate in case meetings, share observations, and contribute to intervention plans.
• Ensure therapeutic recommendations are embedded into classroom routines and learning activities.
• Inclusion, Advocacy, and School Culture
• Promote a culture of inclusion, empathy, and respect within the classroom and across the school.
• Advocate for the needs of students with SEND and ensure their voices and preferences are considered.
• Support students’ participation in whole-school events, activities, and social opportunities.
• Model and promote positive attitudes toward diversity and inclusion throughout the school community.
• Professional Development and Reflective Practice
• Engage in ongoing professional learning related to SEN, therapeutic approaches, behaviour support, and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Participate in training, workshops, and coaching through ISP’s Learning Hub and internal programs.
• Reflect on teaching practices, seek feedback, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Behaviour Guidance and Well-being
• Implement behaviour management strategies aligned with the Inclusion Department’s behaviour policy.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour while using supportive, developmentally appropriate methods.
• Build student confidence, emotional regulation, and social skills through daily interactions.
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with students and act decisively when behaviour concerns arise.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• SEN-specific training or certification preferred.
• Teaching qualification recognised by Qatar MoEHE.
• Training in Child Protection and Safeguarding (or…