Inclusion Assistant job in International School of London

Work with International School of London: Inclusion Assistant

Doha, State of Qatar

Posted On 11/09/2024

Job Description

Application deadline: 30 November 2024

Preferably under husband / family sponsorship

Scope: Early Years 

Reporting to: Head Inclusion and Student Well-being

Secondary Reporting to: Head of Early Years School

  

The role of the Inclusion Assistant (Shadow) is to provide personalized support and facilitate an inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs, enabling them to actively participate and succeed in mainstream classrooms. 

Requirements

1. Qualifications and experience. The school prefers people with:  
   

• Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent​
  

• Relevant qualifications and experience in special education, inclusive practices, or related fields 
  

  

2. Knowledge and Skills. He/She should:  
   

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in English 
  

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting diverse learners 
  

• Flexibility and ability to adapt to various classroom environments and student needs 
  

• Familiarity with assistive technologies and specialized equipment (preferred) 
  

• Have a high level of understanding as to how children learn and possess the ability to motivate the specified student to perform at his/her best  
  

  

3. Responsibilities.  
   

  

• Student Support: Provide one-on-one support to students with needs to facilitate their participation in general education classes. Adapt and modify curriculum materials as needed to meet individual student needs.  
  

  

• Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers, Head of Inclusion, and other school staff to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and accommodation strategies for students.  
  

  

• Inclusive Environment: Promote an inclusive classroom environment by fostering acceptance, understanding, and respect among all students. Encourage peer support and positive social interactions.  
  

  

• Assessment: Monitor and assess student progress, collect data on student performance, and report to the Head of Inclusion or classroom teacher. Provide feedback on strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement.  
  

  

• Behavior Management: Implement behavior intervention plans and strategies to manage challenging behaviors and promote a positive and productive learning environment.  
  

 

• Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with students, teachers, parents, and other relevant stakeholders. Attend team meetings and parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.  
  

  

• Adaptation: Assist in adapting instructional materials and strategies to meet the diverse needs of students. Use assistive technology and specialized equipment when necessary.  
  

  

• Safety: Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times, including during classroom activities, transitions, and school outings.  
  

  

• Professional Development: Stay current with best practices in special education and inclusion. Attend relevant training and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.  
  

  

Documentation: Keep accurate records of student progress, interventions, and any incidents. Complete required paperwork and reports. 

  

4. Specific Responsibilities.  
   

• To act as learning and social support   
  

• To adapt the student previous Individual Education Plan (IEP), inline with the information in his/her OT report and his current needs, to ensure that the student gets the best out of his/her learning opportunities at ISL Qatar  
  

• To liaise with teachers to enable the student to participate and progress in lessons  
  

• To support the student in developing social connections with peers and staff  
  

• To support the student with any physical needs (this is not a major area of concern)  
  

• To liaise with the student family in supporting the student learning needs