Learning Support Coordinator

Job role: Learning Support coordinator

Reports to the Vice Principal and works in liaison with the Section Coordinators

Role Summary: The Learning Support Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring that all students in the school, including those with diverse learning needs, have equitable access to a high-quality international education. This position is committed to promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operation and implementation of the school’s Learning support policy.
• Lead and manage a team of learning support specialists, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the effective delivery of learning support services.
• Develop and maintain a collaborative and cohesive learning support team

Assessment and Individualized Support:

• Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the appropriate level of support required for students with Learning Support needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to identify students with Learning Support needs and develop individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to their specific needs.

External Collaboration:

• Coordinate with external professionals and agencies to provide additional resources and services for students with specialized needs.

Parent and Community Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with parents of students with Learning Support needs, providing regular updates on their child's progress and involving them in the development and review of IEPs.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school-wide initiatives related to inclusive education.

Accommodation and Modification Implementation:

• Ensure the implementation of accommodations and modifications outlined in students' IEPs, collaborating with teachers to adapt instructional strategies and materials.
• Monitor the progress of students with Learning Support needs, collect data, and regularly update IEPs based on ongoing assessment and evaluation.

Professional Development and Support:

• Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their understanding of inclusive teaching strategies and best practices for students with Learning Support needs.
• Serve as a resource person for teachers and staff, offering guidance and support on effective instructional techniques and classroom management strategies for students with Learning Support needs.

Social-Emotional Support:

• Collaborate with the counseling department to address the social-emotional needs of students with Learning Support needs and develop appropriate interventions.

Resource Management:

• Manage and advise on the school budget and resources for Learning Support needs provision.
• Develop and maintain systems for keeping pupil records, ensuring information is accurate and up to date

Compliance and Professional Growth:

• Stay informed about the latest research, trends, and legal requirements related to special education and inclusive practices.
• Ensure the school's compliance with relevant international and national regulations and policies related to special education.
• Perform other related tasks as requested by the School Administration.