| Position | Junior Special Educator |
| Start Date Time | 08/10/2026 14:47:00 |
| Expiry Date Time | 31/10/2026 14:47:00 |
| About Position | The Centre of Excellence for Persons with Autism is an Institution launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu and registered under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act, 1975. The Centre’s mandate is to deliver comprehensive, integrated and accessible services that empower individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and support their families across Tamil Nadu. Adopting a multidisciplinary, life-cycle approach, the Centre addresses the unique needs of individuals with ASD across all age groups, from early identification and early intervention in young children, to specialized education, skill development, vocational training and sustainable livelihood support for adolescents and adults. Through evidence-based practices, specialized care and cross-sectoral collaboration, the Centre strives to build an inclusive society where individuals with Autism can achieve their maximum potential and lead dignified, independent lives. |
| Qualification Description | B.Ed. (Special Education) Preferably with an advanced post-graduate diploma in Autism / Diploma in Education. |
| Experience Description | 1 - 3 years of experience |
| Benefit Description | • Evaluate students' strengths, areas of improvement and progress through formal and informal assessments. • Design advanced Individualised Education Programmes (IEPs) and Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) based on the student’s specific needs, focusing on communication, social and academic skills. • Use evidence-based teaching approaches like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), TEACCH or DIR/Floortime tailored to students with ASD. • Review and validate IEP and ILP data inputs to track longitudinal learning progress for government reporting. • Teach functional life skills, communication methods (verbal or non-verbal) and social interaction strategies. • Work closely with parents, general education teachers, therapists and administrators to provide holistic support. • Conduct Monthly review and progress monitoring of students in inclusive education settings. • Plan and conduct group therapy programmes and caregiver courses. • Coordinate with external inclusive schools to assist higher-functioning students transitioning into mainstream classrooms. • Maintain detailed records of students' progress and share them with parents, teachers and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer. • Support state-level teacher training programs and workshops for government school teachers on managing neurodivergence in classrooms. • Liaise with therapy teams and families on integrated developmental goals. |
| Locations | Chennai, TAMIL NADU |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Job Category | Full Time |
| No Of Vacancies | 1 |
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