Special Educational Needs Coordinator

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the positions below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position:        Special Educational Needs Coordinator

Contract:       3-years renewable contract                                            

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 10 November 2026

DUTIES

A.     Program Coordination & Student Support

·       Establish and manage the school’s Inclusion and Learning Support Department.

·       Identify, assess, and track students with special educational needs, learning difficulties, or gifted/talented requirements.

·       Develop, implement, and regularly review Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or Student Support Plans in partnership with teachers and parents.

·       Maintain an accurate, confidential SEND register and ensure compliance documentation is up to date.

·       Collect and interpret assessment data for students with SEND to monitor progress and raise achievement targets.

B.      Staff & Faculty Collaboration

•        Work closely with classroom and subject teachers to adapt general curricula and differentiate instruction.

•        Provide coaching, guidance, and training opportunities for Teaching Assistants (TAs) and general education teachers on inclusive best practices.

•        Advise the Head of School and Director of Studies on resource allocation, budgeting, and priority equipment/intervention needs.

•        Ensure all school staff recognize and fulfill their shared responsibilities toward inclusive education.

C.      Parent & Community Engagement

•        Act as the primary point of contact for families of vulnerable or neurodivergent students.

•        Support parents in understanding, accepting, and managing their child's developmental and behavioral needs.

•        Coordinate multi-disciplinary external specialists, medical advisors, or educational psychologists when necessary.

•        Participate in parent-teacher consultation evenings and report regularly on student development.