Learning Support Teacher (Starting Aug 2026) - Kowloon Junior School

Main Accountabilities

Student Support & Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive learning assessments and create individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs
• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed
• Coordinate and implement intervention programs across different phases of learning
• Maintain detailed records of student assessments, interventions, and outcomes
• Provide professional development and training to teaching staff on inclusive education practices
• Support teachers in differentiating instruction and implementing accommodations
• Collaborate with year leaders and subject coordinators to integrate learning support strategies
• Lead a team of Educational Assistants that support meeting the needs of students with differing learning needs

Wider professional roles

• Build and maintain relationships with external specialists, therapists, and educational psychologists
• Coordinate referrals to appropriate external services and specialists
• Facilitate communication between school, families, and external professionals
• Stay current with local Hong Kong referral systems and available support services
• Develop and implement school-wide learning enhancement policies and procedures
• Conduct or support teacher meetings with parents/guardians to discuss student progress and support strategies
• Provide guidance and resources to families on supporting their children's learning needs
• Facilitate workshops for parents on topics related to learning differences and support strategies

Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified teacher status
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in learning support, special education, or similar role
• Demonstrated experience in conducting assessments and developing individualized support plans

Desirable Criteria:

• Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, or related field
• Professional certification in learning support or special education
• Knowledge of Hong Kong's local referral systems and support services
• Experience with specific learning assessment tools
• Experience in leading staff training and professional development

Other Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, or
• Bachelor's Degree in any subjects with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent
• Relevant teaching experience within a recognised educational organisation

The successful candidate must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid dependent visa to work in Hong Kong.

Deadline for applications:Friday, 14 November 2025