EAST ASIA | Special Education Teachers

Job Title:  Special Education Teachers

Length of Service:  1 month to 2+ years

Ministry Vision / Purpose:  Individuals, families and children will live to their fullest potential. Through facilitating a clearer understanding of emotional and spiritual health, our counseling team aims to support clients and their families to thrive and participate in their community.

General description:  Educators with special education experience will work closely with the rest of the therapy team in assessing educational needs and developing an educational plan integrated with other therapy goals of the client. A heavy emphasis is placed on integrated multi-disciplinary team structure, parent involvement in the chld's treatment plan, and education for the whole family. When applicable, visiting educators may participate in teaching and training local therapists in the region through workshops as well as in clinical encounters.

Qualifications: Long-term assignments require a Bachelor's Degree in the related field (according to US standards) with up-to-date certifications; may serve in teaching / clinical staff capacity. For short-term assignments, those with partial training may serve in therapy assistant capacity. Ongoing maintenance of US certifications is highly recommended. 

Field Background:  Very populous country in East Asia where only 5% have been reached.