About the role
Special education teachers work with students who have various types of learning difficulties, disabilities, or special needs. They often have a teaching degree with a focus on special education or further education in special education. Special education teachers are specialized in adapting the teaching to meet each student's unique conditions.Responsibilities
Special education teachers identify students' special needs and design individual education plans. They collaborate with other teachers, guardians, and sometimes external specialists to support the students' development. Their work includes implementing adapted teaching methods and evaluating the students' progress.Skills and tools
Special education teachers must be skilled in pedagogy, communication, and empathy. They use aids such as adapted teaching materials and technical aids to facilitate learning. Knowledge in behavioral science and conflict management is also important for creating a favorable learning environment. Common competencies demanded by employers are pedagogiska utredningar, utvecklingsarbete and alternativ och kompletterande kommunikation/akk.