Special Needs Educator at a Montessori School

We are an inclusive Montessori School in the heart of Lekki for boys and girls aged 1-12 years. We know that your child’s education and well being are of primary concern. Our teachers love what they do and stop at nothing to get ultimate learner outcomes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Special Needs Educator

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Primary Objective of the Role

• This role has a dual role - the job holder is expected to work with specific SEN clients during standard school hours; and a range of other students registered for the school’s Aftercare Programme during extended hours.
• During standard hours and in response to SEN clients, the job holder will act as a facilitator and during Aftercare, the job holder will act in the role of a Directress Assistant towards the students under her care.

In carrying out the role, the job holder must:

• Work with the Head of Learning/Directress to ensure the smooth day‐to‐day running of the classroom.
• Ensure the Montessori philosophy is practised and enhanced at all times.
• Direct and guide the students/clients to ensure they are learning and applying the knowledge.
• Promote the welfare of the children in your care.
• Act as a role model for the School with parents and other external customers.
• Keep the Head of Learning/Directress informed of significant and unusual issues as they arise.

Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Therapist or special needs educator in a recognised government or private institution
• Awareness of child psychology and child’s mental development.
• Ability to plan ahead and keep the intervention environment to the required standard always
• Knowledge of childcare and the required health and safety, policy and procedures standards in a
• Montessori and inclusive school setting, Competent in Arts & Crafts and First Aid is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.