Team Lead- Special Educator

Position: Special Educator (Intellectual Disability) & Centre Coordinator

Organization: Jindal Asha (CSR, Jindal Steel)

Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and committed Special Educator (Intellectual Disability) who will provide educational and functional interventions for children/persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities while also taking responsibility for the day-to-day management and overall functioning of the centre.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education (Intellectual Disability) from an RCI-recognized institution.
• Valid Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) Registration (Mandatory).
• Additional qualifications in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behaviour Management, Early Intervention, or Multiple Disabilities will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in special education and disability services.
• Experience in managing educational or rehabilitation centres is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Special Education Services

• Conduct educational and functional assessments.
• Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) based on each learner's needs.
• Plan and implement individualized and group teaching sessions.
• Maintain educational records, progress reports, and documentation.
• Adapt curriculum according to the child's developmental level.
• Develop functional academics, communication, social, behavioural and self-help skills.
• Use evidence-based teaching strategies and behaviour management techniques.
• Monitor progress and modify intervention plans periodically.
• Prepare transition plans for school readiness, vocational training, or independent living.

B. Family Guidance & Counselling

• Conduct parent counselling sessions.
• Train caregivers in home-based intervention strategies.
• Address parental concerns regarding education, behaviour, and rehabilitation.
• Facilitate parent support groups and awareness programmes.

C. Multidisciplinary Team Coordination & Staff Supervision

• Work closely with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech therapists, dietician, sports coach and medical professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Ensure integrated intervention planning for every beneficiary.
• Supervise teachers, caregivers, assistants, interns, and support staff.
• Allocate work responsibilities.
• Conduct regular staff meetings.
• Mentor junior staff members.
• Identify staff training needs and facilitate capacity building.

D. Centre Administration & Management

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the centre.
• Ensure smooth functioning of classrooms, therapy schedules, and programmes.
• Prepare monthly activity plans and operational reports.
• Monitor attendance of students, staff, and therapists.
• Coordinate admissions, assessments, reviews, and discharges.
• Ensure proper maintenance of records and documentation.
• Monitor inventory of educational materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and accessibility of the centre.
• Maintain compliance with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
• Facilitate Mainstream school admissions

E. Programme Development

• Develop educational programmes based on individual and group needs.
• Organise inclusive activities, community participation programmes, and recreational events.
• Assist in planning vocational and pre-vocational programmes.
• Support skill development initiatives for adolescents and adults with disabilities.
• Contribute ideas for centre development

F. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate case files.
• Prepare assessment reports and annual progress reports.
• Ensure confidentiality of records.
• Assist during audits, inspections, and accreditation processes.

G. Community Outreach

• Conduct awareness programmes in schools and communities.
• Liaise with hospitals, schools, NGOs, and government agencies.
• Promote inclusive education and disability rights.
• Participate in disability camps and outreach initiatives.

H. Government Liaison

• Liaison with government bodies for Disability Certificates & UDID
• Samagra Shiksha
• Scholarship Schemes
• Pension Schemes
• TLMs, Assistive devices