Learning Support Teacher at Woodland Star International School in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Learning Support Teacher

    Posted

    5 days ago

    Apply by

    1 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Education & Training
    Education & Training

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    Job Description

    Woodland Star International School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Teacher to provide personalized academic and social-emotional support to students with diverse learning needs. The role involves differentiating instruction, collaborating with teachers and families, and fostering an inclusive learning environment aligned with Common Core Standards.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide personalised 1:1 academic and social-emotional support based on individual learner needs
    • Differentiate instruction, learning materials, and assessments to ensure meaningful access to the curriculum
    • Support learners in developing independence, confidence, self-regulation, and effective learning strategies
    • Deliver high-quality, inquiry-based learning support aligned with Common Core Standards
    • Create a supportive, inclusive, and appropriately challenging learning environment
    • Monitor, document, and communicate learner progress and support needs
    • Use assessment information to inform teaching and adapt support strategies
    • Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and the Inclusion and Student Support team
    • Communicate effectively with learners, families, colleagues, and other members of the school community
    • Contribute to curriculum planning, student support, and professional learning
    • Support learners in participating meaningfully in classroom activities and the wider school community
    • Participate in school events, projects, and community initiatives
    • Uphold Woodland Star's mission, values, safeguarding expectations, and Behaviour Code

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Special Needs Education
    • Valid teacher certification
    • Valid TSC Number mandatory
    • Minimum two years' teaching experience
    • In-depth understanding of child development and diverse learning needs
    • Strong ability to differentiate instruction, materials, and assessments
    • Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
    • Ability to adapt quickly to changing learner needs
    • Reflective approach and commitment to continuous professional growth
    • Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset
    • International or multicultural experience preferred
    • Strong alignment with Woodland Star's mission and values
    • Current police clearance/background check
    • Certified copies of academic and professional documents
    • At least two professional references

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Education & Training

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Education

    Field of Study

    Special Needs Education

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Send your cover letter, CV, filled-in application form, and supporting documents to hello@woodlandstarschool.com.

    Show Your Inclusive Teaching Toolkit

    This role is about meeting learners where they are. Hiring teams at international schools look for evidence that you can adapt fast, document progress, and collaborate without ego.

    1. Lead with your TSC number: Put your TSC number and teacher certification right at the top of your CV. It is a hard requirement, and missing it can take you out of the running before your experience is even read.

    2. Prove your differentiation skills: Give a concrete example of how you modified a lesson or assessment for a learner with specific needs. Mention the tools you used, like visual schedules or assistive tech, and the outcome.

    3. Show your collaboration muscle: This role works closely with classroom teachers and the Inclusion team. Describe a time you co-planned or co-taught, and how you handled disagreements professionally.

    4. Prepare for safeguarding questions: Be ready to talk about how you maintain boundaries, report concerns, and follow safeguarding protocols. Have your police clearance ready to show.

    5. Know the Common Core: Review the Common Core standards for the grade levels you might support. Be ready to discuss how you would align your support to those standards.

    6. Reflect on your mindset: The posting asks for reflective, adaptable, and solutions-focused educators. Prepare a short story about a time you had to change your approach mid-lesson and how you handled it.

    7. Bring your documents: Have certified copies of your academic and professional documents, plus at least two professional references, ready to submit. Double-check that everything is current.

    8. Align with the mission: Research Woodland Star's mission and values. Be ready to explain why you are drawn to their approach and how you would contribute to their community.

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    Tags

    special needs education
    differentiated instruction
    inclusive education
    Common Core
    TSC