Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities: 
Develop and implement curriculum and lesson plans for secondary/high school students. Deliver engaging and effective instruction. Assess and monitor student learning and progress. Prepare students for exams and post-secondary education. 

Key Duties and Areas of Responsibility

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field.
• SEN-specific training or certification preferred.
• Teaching qualification recognized by Qatar MoEHE.
• Training in Child Protection and Safeguarding (or willingness to complete upon employment).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience working with students with SEND in a school setting.
• Experience in managing an adapted or small-group learning environment preferred.
• International school or multicultural setting experience is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of SEN pedagogies, intervention strategies, and developmental needs.
• Ability to differentiate learning effectively and adapt curriculum materials.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students, families, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain detailed documentation.
• Competence in using digital tools and assistive technologies.
• High level of professionalism, empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence.

Attributes

• Passionate advocate for inclusive education.
• Calm, nurturing, and patient approach to supporting diverse learners.
• Internationally minded and culturally sensitive.
• Flexible, reflective, and able to adapt to changing needs.

Committed to continuous improvement and team collaboration

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.