Support Teacher (Maternity Leave Cover)

About the role

The Jerusalem American International School (JAIS) is seeking a part‑time Support Teacher to cover a maternity leave from September 2026 until the end of the leave. The role focuses on providing inclusive instruction and support to students with special educational needs across Early Years to Grade 9.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver individualized instructional strategies, including modifications and accommodations, for students with IEPs.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive support, de‑escalation, and crisis‑intervention techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and support staff to set goals, monitor progress, and produce regular reports.
• Utilize assessment systems to track academic, social, and behavioral development.
• Adapt teaching materials and environments to meet diverse learner needs.

Required profile

• Experience designing and implementing individualized instruction for inclusion students.
• Strong ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders, including parents and community members.
• Familiarity with learners’ academic, social and emotional needs.
• Discretion with confidential information.

Required skills

• Knowledge of intervention strategies such as Orton‑Gillingham and reading recovery.
• Proficiency in phonics, reading, and mathematics instruction.
• Ability to structure assignments and guide research for inclusion students.

What we offer

• Part‑time position within a warm, small school community.
• Access to renovated classrooms, a yard, swimming pool and gym.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment dedicated to student success.