Job Title: Special Education Support Professional
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Special Education Support Professional to join our team. The successful candidate will have a degree in a related field and experience working with children, preferably those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This is a part-time position available for the Academic Year 2025.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement and deliver Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for children with ASD.
* Assist teachers in creating a safe, caring, and fun environment that promotes learning and development.
* Follow established behavior protocols to reduce inappropriate behaviors and increase acceptable ones.
* Promote effective communication among children.
* Provide early intervention education to help children reach long-term goals, develop life skills, and become independent.
* Interact and engage with children through play-based activities.
* Support teachers in the daily management of the classroom.
* Capture data on child progress according to applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles.
Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, such as Montessori Education, Primary Education, Early Childhood Education, Social Care, Psychology, Arts, or other relevant fields.
* Experience working with children or ABA knowledge is desirable.
* Eligibility to register with the Teaching Council of Ireland under the Further Education Section.
Working Environment
This role involves working in a dynamic and supportive environment that prioritizes the needs of children with ASD.