Secondary Learning Support Teacher

Dar Essalam American School (DAS) in Rabat, Morocco, is seeking a Secondary Learning Support Teacher to join its international team starting in August 2027. The role focuses on promoting an inclusive learning environment for students in Grades 6-12 (including DP), ensuring they can access the curriculum, develop independence, and achieve academic and personal goals.

Main Tasks

Teaching and Learning

• Conduct formal and informal educational assessments to identify student strengths and needs.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized education and support plans, including Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) with measurable goals.
• Coordinate with the DP Coordinator on evidence and implementation of assessment access arrangements under IB requirements.
• Provide targeted in-class, individual, and small-group instruction in reading comprehension, written expression, numeracy, executive functioning, organization, study skills, and self-regulation.
• Monitor progress regularly, adjust interventions based on evidence, and maintain accurate records.\n- Support linguistically diverse learners in collaboration with EAL colleagues.

Students and School Culture

• Advocate for student access, participation, and belonging while maintaining a caring environment.
• Maintain clear routines, punctuality, and active supervision while applying agreed behavior procedures.\n- Complete required Child Protection and Safeguarding training.

Collaboration and Community

• Collaborate with subject teachers, counselors, EAL staff, and external professionals.
• Meet regularly with parents and teachers to discuss progress and support strategies.
• Partner with families to coordinate support and transitions between grades and into DP study.
• Lead two after-school activity sessions (one hour per week for 8-10 weeks).
• Participate in professional development, sports days, and school events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field.
• Recognized teaching certification or credential in Special Education.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Five or more years of successful teaching experience, including experience supporting secondary students with diverse learning needs.
• Strong knowledge of educational assessment, individualized support planning, literacy and numeracy interventions, executive functioning, and inclusive secondary practice.
• Strong English communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to use assessment evidence and educational technology to plan support and maintain confidential records.
• Preferred: Experience in international or culturally diverse environments.
• Preferred: Familiarity with DP learning demands and assessment access arrangements.
• Preferred: Proficiency in French and/or Arabic is an advantage.

Work Conditions

• Full-time position.
• Location: Rabat, Morocco.
• Academic Year: 2027-2029.