Special Needs School Education Support Staff
とくべつしえんがっこうきょういくしえんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Service Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A profession that supports the learning, daily life, and social participation of children and students with disabilities in special needs schools.
Description
Special Needs School Education Support Staff work in special needs schools, supporting children and students with disabilities in appropriately engaging in learning and daily life activities. They handle tasks such as learning assistance, communication support, mobility aid, support for daily living independence (e.g., meals, toilet use), behavioral observation and recording, and development and review of individual support plans. They collaborate with teachers, speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, and parents to provide support tailored to the development and needs of each child/student, contributing to the creation of a safe and reassuring learning environment.
Future Outlook
With the promotion of inclusive education, the demand for specialized support staff is expected to increase in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Details / Compassionate / Keen Observer / Patient
Work Style
Mainly Weekdays / Part-time Possible / School Long-term Holidays Off / Special Needs School Employment
Career Path
Senior Support Staff (Team Leader) → Special Needs School Teacher → School Social Worker → Childcare and Early Childhood Education Professional → Welfare Facility Staff
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Supporting Children with Disabilities / Communication Support / Daily Living Assistance Techniques / Observation and Recording Skills / Safety Management
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of Psychology and Developmental Disabilities / Occupational Therapy / Speech-Language Therapy / Team Communication (Information Sharing)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to individual disability characteristics and changing situations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid missing subtle changes or risks. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with children/students, teachers, and parents is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical demands from mobility assistance and position changes, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to flexibly respond to children's sudden behaviors or learning challenges. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to mental stress from children's problematic behaviors and emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required to collaborate with school staff and specialists for support. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analysis is not central to the work. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Training for Special Needs School Education Support Staff
Aliases
- Education Support Staff
- Special Needs School Support Staff
Related Jobs
- School Counselor
- School Social Worker
- Special Needs Education Teacher