Special Education Teachers play a crucial role in the education system, providing support and specialized instruction to students with learning difficulties, hearing impairment, and sight impairment. They are dedicated to promoting the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of these students.

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand, most Special Education Teachers possess a bachelor's degree or higher qualification, demonstrating a high level of skill in their field. In some cases, relevant experience and on-the-job training may be required in addition to formal education (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). It is important to note that registration or licensing is also a requirement for this occupation.

Tasks Include:

Special Education Teachers have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

• Assessing students' abilities and limitations in relation to intellectual, physical, social, emotional disabilities, as well as exceptional intellectual gifts or specific language and cultural difficulties.
• Planning, organizing, and implementing special programs to provide remedial or advanced tuition tailored to the individual needs of students.
• Administering various forms of assessment and interpreting the results to inform instructional strategies.
• Teaching basic academic subjects, as well as practical and self-help skills to students with hearing and sight impairments.
• Developing instructional materials, methods, and aids to facilitate training and rehabilitation.
• Providing advice, instruction, and counseling to parents and teachers regarding the availability and use of special techniques.
• Stimulating and developing interests, abilities, manual skills, and coordination among students.
• Collaborating with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons for students with special needs.
• Preparing and maintaining student data and other records, as well as submitting reports as required.

Occupations:

The following occupations fall under the category of Special Education Teachers:

• 241511 Special Needs Teacher
• 241512 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
• 241513 Teacher of the Sight Impaired
• 241599 Special Education Teachers nec (not elsewhere classified)

241511 Special Needs Teacher

A Special Needs Teacher is responsible for teaching academic and living skills to students with specific learning difficulties in primary, middle or intermediate, and secondary schools. They employ various techniques to support these students and facilitate their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. It is important to note that registration or licensing is required for this occupation.

Skill Level: 1

Specializations within this occupation include:

• Behaviour Support Teacher
• Remedial Teacher
• Teacher of Gifted Students

241512 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired

A Teacher of the Hearing Impaired is responsible for teaching academic and living skills to students with hearing impairments. They play a vital role in promoting the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of these students. Registration or licensing is required for this occupation.

Skill Level: 1

241513 Teacher of the Sight Impaired

A Teacher of the Sight Impaired focuses on teaching academic and living skills to students with sight impairments. They work towards enhancing the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of these students. Registration or licensing is required for this occupation.

Skill Level: 1

241599 Special Education Teachers nec

This occupation category encompasses Special Education Teachers who do not fall under the specific classifications mentioned above. These teachers provide specialized education and support to students with diverse needs. Registration or licensing is required for this occupation.

Skill Level: 1

Occupations within this category include:

• Aboriginal Education Teacher
• Correspondence School Teacher
• Distance Education Teacher

Special Education Teachers play a vital role in ensuring that students with learning difficulties, hearing impairments, and sight impairments receive the necessary support and education to thrive. Their dedication and expertise contribute significantly to the overall development and inclusivity within the education system.