Company Overview
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
Role Overview
- The role purpose of a Student Support Teacher is to provide specialized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs.
- The Student Support Teacher aims to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment, adapting teaching strategies to address individual challenges and fostering the overall development of students with individualized requirements.
- They collaborate with colleagues, parents, and other professionals to ensure the best possible educational experience for students with Learning Differences.
- The Student Support Teacher will work alongside the Support Service Co-Ordinator to develop a shared approach to meeting all learning needs across the respective Divisions. T
- They will support with coordinating and monitoring the development of school wide policy and practice related to learning diversity and inclusion.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
The SEND Teacher responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
School Community
- Develop and maintain collegial relationships within and beyond the faculty.
- Advocate for the needs of students with Learning Differences/ additional support requirements within the school and broader educational community.
- Promote inclusive practices to foster a sense of belonging for all students.
- Collaborate with relevant teachers to ensure that classroom materials and activities are accessible to students with diverse learning needs.
- Work with the Support Services Co-Ordinator to develop and implement specialized programs and interventions to support the academic and emotional needs of students presenting with Learning Differences/ support needs in all of its forms.
- Work with the Support Services Co-Ordinator to provide and identify ongoing training opportunities and guidance to staff members to promote best practices in the area of SEND.
- Build strong relationships with parents, students and relevant agencies where available to ensure that all stakeholders are working together to support the best interests of each student.
- Maintain confidential records on all referred students and student/parent contacts in accordance with the NEOM Guidelines and Ministry of Education Requirements.
- Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings, safeguarding and IEP meetings and any other meetings pertaining to student learning, wellness and achievement.
- Assist teachers in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students presenting with Learning Differences.
- Be effective in seeking relevant information from other professionals and staff in order to inform decision making and to plan to meet the pupils’ needs.
- Work closely with mainstream teachers to ensure the integration of Individual Learning Difference students into regular classrooms.
- Present and maintain a highly professional profile at all times, representing the school appropriately in all client-facing situations and respecting the cultural and religious sensitivities of the region.
- Have the ability to communicate with adults presenting from different societal and cultural backgrounds and encourage their interaction and engagement with the school.
- Be responsible for all adults and children being considered as valued individuals and equals, embracing diversity and promoting equity for all members of the NEOM Community.
- Forge authentic processes to engage parents in the learning process and encourage active contributions from parents on a regular basis.
Programming
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop and implement a comprehensive inclusion and diversity program that fosters a sense of belonging for all students, including those from underrepresented groups.
- Deliver 1:1 or small group sessions to students on the Learning Difference caseload in line with their individualized goals.
- Provide in-class support for individual students in line with their individualized plans. This will be across a range of year groups and subject areas.
- Actively participate in the identification and support of students needing additional support, working to develop, evaluate and improve the whole school graduated response.
- Identify and implement evidence-based intervention programs. This includes setting specific targets, planning, implementation, record-keeping and review.
- Provide teaching and learning experiences to meet student needs based on a sound understanding and knowledge of current pedagogical practice in special education.
- Collaborate, co-plan and/or co-teach within mainstream classes depending on need.
- Collaborate with teachers and other professionals to ensure that all students receive appropriate accommodations and modifications to meet their individual learning needs.
- Keep accurate records and registers of the teaching and learning process, including unit plans and programs, student assessment records, registers and student attendance.
- Attend all appropriate professional training and development in accordance with the school’s needs and aspects identified as outcomes of annual appraisal discussions.
Assessment and Evaluation
- Conduct assessments to identify individual learning needs and create personalized learning plans.
- Develop, implement and review IEPs (or equivalent) for students with Learning Differences, supporting to coordinate this process.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress, assessments and interventions.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as speech therapists or occupational therapists to address specific needs.
- Lead on collaborating with relevant stakeholders to develop personal progress plans, including supporting to identify appropriate SMART targets and provision in order to enhance progress.
- Observe children’s individual learning progress and outcomes during sessions, assess individual learning needs and use outcomes to inform planning for future learning.
- Monitor and assure the quality of learning in the class group, identifying and supporting areas in need of development.
Culture and Values
- Embrace NEOM’s culture and Values https://www.neom.com/en-us/about.
- Act with honesty and integrity by following best practices, and upholding the robust standards and expectations set out in
Experience & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Have a mature, responsible and positive disposition and be able to work flexibly as member of the whole school team under the direction of the Head of School and independently when required;
- Have sound understanding of the importance of children's learning and development in Learning Support and have the ability to identify and support staff in developing professional skills according to need
- Be open minded and willing to further their knowledge and development by attending training courses, sharing information gained with colleagues, and maintaining updated knowledge of international Learning Support best practice by reading, researching and attending relevant training;
- Exemplify high standards in practice and provision at all times
- Have up to date knowledge of Health & Safety regulations with specific reference to children's wellbeing, learning and facilities
- Have up to date and practical knowledge of best practice in learning and play materials and techniques which encourage children to have respect for differences in academic ability, gender, cultural background, race and ethnicity
- Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes social and emotional development
Qualifications
- B. ED/B.A in Education, Additional SEND/relevant field qualification