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Learning Support Coordinator

school
Galaxy International School Uganda
location
Kampala, Uganda
housing
Shared accommodation near school / USD 250 monthly allowance
airfair
Airfare as allowance
Start date
Ongoing
1 year
1
  • All Levels
  • Licensed Teacher
  • Bachelor
  • 2 years of teaching experience
  • Learning support and special education
  • Teaching Credential/License
  • United States (USA), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Poland

Galaxy International School Uganda is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is mandatory that before employment, a comprehensive background check is carried out. This will include; professional and character reference checks as well as recent criminal background checks

  • Net Monthly Salary after tax deduction
  • Health Insurance Package for self
  • Work permit processed and paid for by the school 
  • Housing allowance 
  • Sponsorship for Cambridge  Professional Development courses
  • Contribution to National Social Security fund (refundable at the end of employment in Uganda)
  • Child education assistance (enrolled in GISU)
  • Free Snack and Lunch meals  at school
  • Flight fee refund of up to USD 1,500
  • On-job training opportunities
  • Annual salary increment of USD 100 on renewal of the contract for the next academic year 
  • Payment for all related employment taxes (such as PAYE and LST)

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.
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

Welcome to Galaxy International School Uganda!

Galaxy International School Uganda (GISU) provides international education to students between 2 and 19 years of age. From Early Years to Year, 13 students are taught using student-centred methods. Emphasis is on the development of the whole person. Students in Years 10 and 11 are prepared for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations and those in Years 12 and 13 are prepared for Cambridge AS/A Level examinations.

These examinations administered by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) are recognized worldwide. The school is privately owned by a Board of Governors and the day-to-day running of the school is managed by the Principal. The school is staffed with qualified and experienced staff from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, and East Africa.

Galaxy International School Uganda is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is a Full Member School of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).

Vision

“To be the best international school that empowers all students to be creative, self-reliant, respectful and moral individuals for a better world."

Mission

“To offer a contemporary and hollistic education in a safe environment.” 

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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