Special Educator

**BACKGROUND**

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

**GENERAL**

**Project**:Hans Child Development Centre

**Location of Job**: Hyderabad

**Type of Employment**: Full time

**No. of Position**:1

**Reporting to**: Centre Head

**Annual Salary**: Rs.3,12,000

**Working days & Timings**: Monday - Saturday (2nd Saturdays off)

**Timings**:

- 09:00am to 06:00 pm

**1. JOB PURPOSE**

**Hans Child Development Centre provides multidisciplinary services to children with special needs, including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Speech & Language Impairment, Locomotor Disabilities, Down Syndrome, ADHD, and other developmental disabilities. The Centre offers tailored intervention programs based on each child’s assessment, including**:

- **Special Education** - Academic and functional learning support
- **Speech & Language Therapy** - Communication skill development
- **Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy** - Motor coordination and daily living skills
- **Behavioral Management** - Social, emotional, and self-care skill enhancement
- **Parental Counselling** - Guidance for coping strategies, entitlements, and schemes

The Special Educator will play a key role in assessing educational needs, delivering individualized interventions, collaborating with therapists, and empowering families to support the child’s development.

**2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Conduct comprehensive special educational assessments.
- Design and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Provide tailored educational interventions and classroom management.
- Offer guidance and counselling to children and parents.
- Plan and document monthly and quarterly learning goals for each child.
- Educate and guide parents/caregivers on home-based therapy exercises and strategies.
- Organize and facilitate parent training programs.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic development.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Centre Head.

**3. Other Indicative Requirements**

**Educational Qualifications**

Diploma in Special Education (ID/HI/ASD/LD) with 3-5 years of relevant experience,

**OR B.Ed in Special Education (ID/HI/ASD/LD) with 1-2 years of relevant experience.**

**Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.)**

**Mandatory**: Valid RCI Registration in Special Education.

**Desirable**: Experience in Community based rehabilitation and Disabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication and capability to relate and interact with multicultural teams.
- Giving close attention to details and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive or confidential information.
- Have an empathetic & compassionate attitude. Sensitive towards the needs of children
- Ability to analyse complex problems, craft possible solutions and recommendations.