Learning Support Teacher & SEN Specialist

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  • Changsha, Hunan
  • RMB¥20,000-40,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
We are looking for a Learning Support Teacher and SEN Specialist for an international school in Changshu, Jiangsu province. This position is available from the upcoming 2026-27 academic year in August 2026.About the schoolLocated in Changshu, Jiangsu (within easy reach of Shanghai), this IB World School offers a distinctive, mission-driven boarding environment for older students, with a one-year Foundation/Pre-IB programme in Grade 10 followed by the two-year IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12, serving roughly ages 15-19. For international teachers, it's an energizing setting where learning is inquiry-led and globally minded, community living is a core part of campus culture, and students are encouraged to connect academics with service, experiential learning, and real-world impact through a rich co-curricular programme.About the roleThis role ensures all students, regardless of learning profile or ability, can access the curriculum through timely identification, assessment, and targeted intervention. Working in close partnership with teachers, families, pastoral teams, and external specialists, the Learning Support & SEN Specialist strengthens inclusion, student wellbeing, and academic progress. The position implements evidence-based support strategies aligned with IB principles and the school's policies and procedures.Job details
  • Conduct and/or coordinate individual and group assessments (e.g., dyslexia/dyscalculia portfolios) and interpret results to guide support.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain IEPs/Student Support Plans with accurate, confidential documentation.
  • Monitor progress using formative and summative data, reporting regularly and adjusting interventions as needed.
  • Design and deliver evidence-based interventions aligned with a scientist-practitioner approach and inclusive best practice.
  • Differentiate curriculum, instruction, and assessment; provide support via co-teaching, small-group, and one-to-one instruction.
  • Provide specialized instruction when required, including alternative curricula and appropriate assistive technologies.
  • Support targeted skill development in literacy, numeracy, organization, and social-emotional learning, promoting independence and self-regulation.
  • Work closely with Learning Center, teaching, pastoral and external specialists to ensure coordinated, student-centered provision.
  • Coach and consult teachers on SEN strategies, differentiation, and positive behavior/inclusion practices; deliver staff training and PD.
  • Communicate proactively with parents/caregivers, including conferences, workshops, and referral recommendations to external services when appropriate.
  • Serve as an advisor/House-affiliated faculty member in the residential program, contributing to student wellbeing, reporting, check-ins, and school events/volunteering.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, or a closely related field
  • Recognized teaching qualification/certification
  • Demonstrated experience supporting students with SEN in mainstream and/or specialist settings
  • Strong understanding of differentiation, inclusive teaching practice, and alignment with IB approaches
  • Proven ability to develop and deliver IEPs/Support Plans and evidence-based interventions
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder-management skills (students, parents, teachers, specialists)
  • Working knowledge of assistive technology and common SEN strategies (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum)
  • Clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
Salary and benefits
  • Monthly salary of 20,000 to 40,000 RMB commensurate with the years of related experience
  • Furnished housing provided
  • Annual pension allowance
  • Child tuition support
  • health insurance plan
  • Visa and work permit support
  • Professional Growth
  • Dedicated time for faculty to engage in professional learning days, learning symposia, regular professional learning communities.
  • A culture of collaborative planning and reflection
  • Individual support for workshops, conferences, courses, and other opportunities for ongoing learning

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