Special Needs School High School Department Teacher
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Special Needs School Teachers
Summary
A teaching position in the high school department of special needs schools, supporting students with intellectual disabilities, physical impairments, chronic illnesses, emotional disorders, etc., through instructional guidance, life and vocational training, and the creation and implementation of individual support plans to promote independence and social participation.
Description
Special Needs School High School Department Teachers support students with disabilities in becoming independent in society through academic instruction, life guidance, vocational education, and leisure activity support. They create individual support plans (IEPs) based on initial assessments and provide subject instruction, vocational training, and communication support in accordance with the curriculum guidelines. They also collaborate with parents, support staff, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc., to advance support as a team, while implementing career guidance and career education for transitioning to employment. They continuously monitor student growth through safety management, crisis response, and assessments, regularly reviewing and improving plans.
Future Outlook
Even amid declining birthrates, the importance of special needs education is increasing, and demand for special needs school teachers remains stable. With the promotion of inclusive education and enhancement of vocational education, the role of specialized teachers is expected to expand further.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Flexible and adaptable / Keen observer / Patient / Team-oriented
Work Style
Club advisor / Full-time / Seasonal vacations / Transfers possible / Weekends and holidays off
Career Path
New Teacher → Homeroom Teacher → Lead Teacher → Chief Student Guidance Staff → Vice Principal → Principal → Education Board Special Needs Education Staff
Required Skills
Behavioral Observation Assessment / Communication Support Techniques / Crisis Management / Individual Education Support Plan Creation / Interprofessional Collaboration / Lesson Planning and Material Creation / Special Needs Education / Understanding of Curriculum Guidelines
Recommended Skills
Art Therapy / Career Guidance / Disability Psychology / ICT-Utilizing Education / Knowledge of Welfare Services and Employment Support / Sign Language
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Important for detecting small changes in students and safety management. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for effective collaboration with students, parents, and other professionals. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning of disability characteristics and support techniques is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for creating individual support plans and lesson curricula. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for devising instructional methods tailored to diverse needs. |
| Stress Tolerance | Necessary to respond calmly even in challenging support situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required for collaborative support with multidisciplinary teams inside and outside the school. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focus is on educational practices rather than numerical or quantitative tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Special Needs School Teacher License (High School Department)
Aliases
- High School Department Special Needs Teacher
- Special Needs Teacher (High School Department)
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