HOME-BASED SPECIAL NEEDS TEACHER/ OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST.

Job Summary

The Home-Based Special Needs Teacher/ Occupational Therapist will provide individualized academic and developmental support to a young adult within a home setting, focusing on learning, behaviour, communication, and daily life skills in collaboration with parents and other professionals. Successful candidate will work with a young adult with fair receptive language abilities. The leaner demonstrates a moderate level of understanding spoken language and instructions.

Key Responsibilities

· Deliver structured one-on-one teaching sessions tailored to the learners needs.

· Develop, implement, and regularly review Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs).

· Simplify academic content into practical and easy-to-understand learning steps.

· Support development of communication, social, and cognitive skills.

· Assist the leaner in daily living activities such as hygiene, dressing, and routine building.

· Apply positive behaviour management strategies and maintain consistent routines.

· Prepare and use appropriate teaching aids and learning materials.

· Conduct continuous assessments and document the learner’s progress.

· Provide regular feedback and progress reports to parents, doctors and other relevant professionals.

· Work closely with parents to ensure consistency in learning and behaviour support.

· Promote independence, confidence, and emotional regulation in the learner.

· Create and maintain a structured, safe, and supportive home learning environment.

· Engage the child in play-based and practical life skills activities.

· Collaborate with therapists, doctors or other specialists involved in the child’s development.

· Identify challenges early and recommend appropriate interventions.

· Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

· Ensure proper handling and care of learning materials and assistive tools.

· Support the learner in community exposure activities when required (e.g., guided outings).

· Provide safe transport for the learner when needed for appointments, therapy, physical exercises and other learning activities.

· Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

· Certificate/Diploma in Special Education or Occupational Therapy.

· At least 2 yrs experience working with persons living with disabilities/ special needs.

· Valid driving license with proven driving skills and experience.

· Mature and empathetic adult male- No female applicants.

· Aged between 25-35 years

· Strong patience, empathy, and ability to work with children.

· Good communication and interpersonal skills.

· Certificate of good conduct

· Ability to work independently in a home-based environment.

· High level of professionalism, integrity, and respect for family privacy.

Working hours and days

Monday to Saturday, 8:00-5:00pm

Duration & Remuneration

Contract duration: 2-year renewable based on performance and resources

Stating gross  salary: KSh 25,000 per month

How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications to martinmatu@gmail.com and copy enmarieta@gmail.com and agneswanjiru@gmail.com

The applications should include: –

(a) Motivation/application letter
(b) CV/Resume
(c) Scanned copies of relevant certificates and testimonials
(d) Three referees who are knowledgeable about your work relevant to academic performance, or character, including their name, position, organization, and contact information.

Application Deadline: 8th May 2026