Special Needs School Assistant Teacher
とくべつしえんがっこうじょきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Special Needs School Teachers
Summary
Special needs school assistant teachers support the learning and daily life aspects of children and students with disabilities in special needs schools, in collaboration with regular teachers.
Description
Special needs school assistant teachers, under the guidance of regular teachers, provide learning support, life support, creation and preparation of teaching materials, organization of records, and assistance with parent correspondence. They implement support based on individual support plans tailored to each child or student with diverse needs such as developmental disabilities, physical impairments, intellectual disabilities, etc., and collaborate with stakeholders inside and outside the school. While learning educational techniques and support methods, they also handle classroom operations, participation in school events, and creation of evaluations and records.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates and the increasing importance of support for children with disabilities, demand for special needs education is expected to remain steady or increase. There is a need for personnel with diverse expertise.
Personality Traits
Work Style
School Employment / Seasonal Vacations / Work at Educational Institutions
Career Path
Assistant Teacher → Teacher → Chief Teacher → Vice Principal → Principal
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Special Needs Education / Communication Skills / Creation and Implementation of Individual Support Plans / Observation Records and Evaluation / Teaching Materials Creation
Recommended Skills
Applied Behavior Analysis / ICT Device Operation / Psychology Knowledge / Sign Language
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to the varying situations of each student. |
| Communication Skills | Because close collaboration with children/students, parents, and teaching staff is required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn the latest support techniques and educational methods. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to devise support methods according to each individual's disability characteristics. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because support is provided in collaboration with teachers and support staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Special Needs School Teacher License
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