The requirements**
Qualifications and Experience****
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Bachelor's Degree in Education from an accredited university (post-graduate degree in Education is an added advantage)
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Registered with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and in good standing (candidates currently in Kenya must have TSC registration)
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At least 3–5 years of progressive teaching experience, including experience in a leadership or coordination role
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Demonstrated experience supporting students with diverse learning needs and developing intervention/academic and behavioral support plans
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Good understanding of and experience in curriculum management, design, implementation, and evaluation
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Understanding of 21st Century education practices and strategies for raising students' achievement
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Experience in the developing world and Africa is highly desirable
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Ability to engage with multiple stakeholders with good interpersonal skills
Key Skills and Competencies**
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Strong instructional coaching and mentoring skills
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Ability to use data effectively to identify needs and track progress
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Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills (teachers, parents, school leaders)
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Strong communication and facilitation skills
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Ability to work collaboratively across multiple schools and teams
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High level of organization, initiative, and professional integrity
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Identification – Develop and oversee systems to identify students requiring support, using assessment data and school-based evidence.
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Teacher Training – Lead a structured professional development programme focused on differentiated instruction and inclusive pedagogy; model, team-teach, observe, and coach teachers to strengthen classroom practice.
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Student Support – Provide guidance and support for both students with learning differences and high-achieving (gifted and talented) learners; deliver individualized and small-group interventions within and beyond the classroom.
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Target Setting and Monitoring – Establish systems for setting targets, tracking progress, and evaluating impact at student, class, and school levels; promote effective use of data to inform teaching and interventions.
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Individual Education Plans – Oversee development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); facilitate collaborative meetings with teachers and parents; champion student advocacy and inclusive practices.
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Intervention – Design and implement targeted interventions for literacy and numeracy development.
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Gifted and Talented – Provide consultations and appropriate interventions and support for students identified as gifted and talented.
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Home-School Partnership – Build strong partnerships with parents by guiding and empowering them to support their children’s learning; provide clear communication around student needs and progress.
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Technology – Lead the adoption and integration of assistive and adaptive technologies; keep up to date on developments in the field.
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Resources – Curate and maintain a repository of high-quality learning support resources (physical and online) for teachers and students.
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Professional Development – Keep up to date on curriculum developments and trends in learning disabilities; upskill staff as appropriate.