Shadow Teacher

A shadow teacher provides one-on-one, in-classroom support to student with special educational needs (SEN) or learning differences to facilitate their integration into mainstream education. Key duties include modifying lesson materials, providing behavioral intervention, fostering social interaction, monitoring progress, and aiding in the implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Prem International School +4

Key Responsibilities

• Academic Support: Adapting classroom tasks to the student's ability, reinforcing instructions, helping with organization, and managing concentration.
• Behavioral Support: Implementing behavior management plans, assisting with self-control, and managing emotional or sensory regulation.
• Social Inclusion: Promoting interaction with peers, encouraging communication, and facilitating participation in group activities.
• Safety & Monitoring: Ensuring the student's safety, supervising breaks, and collecting data on academic/social progress for reports to parents and specialists.
• Collaboration: Working with the lead teacher, special educators, and therapists to implement IEP goals. www.steppingstoneskenya.org +7

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor's degree in special education, psychology, or a related field is often preferred.
• Attributes: High level of patience, empathy, adaptability, and excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of child development, positive behavior support strategies, and familiarity with specific learning disabilities (e.g., ASD, dyslexia).
• Experience: Previous experience working with children with special needs is highly desirable