SEN Governess

Company Description Special Minds leverages over a decade of expertise to deliver structured, high-quality education and home-based developmental support to children across the United Arab Emirates. The organization focuses on individualized programs that promote academic growth, social development, and life skills. Special Minds collaborates closely with families to create consistent, supportive environments for children with diverse learning needs. Team members benefit from working within a professional, child-centered setting that values ongoing training and evidence-based practice. Role Description The SEN Governess role is a full-time, on-site position based in Kuwait City. The SEN Governess will provide individualized educational and developmental support to children with special educational needs in a home-based and community setting, following tailored learning plans. Daily tasks include planning and delivering structured lessons, implementing behavior and communication strategies, supporting daily routines, and tracking progress against agreed goals. The role also involves collaborating with parents, therapists, and educators, preparing learning materials, and maintaining accurate records and reports. The SEN Governess is expected to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that encourages independence, confidence, and positive behavior. Qualifications • Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN), including autism, learning difficulties, or developmental delays. • Strong skills in planning and delivering individualized lessons, adapting curriculum, and using structured teaching methods. • Ability to implement behavior management strategies, support emotional regulation, and promote positive social interactions. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working closely with families and multidisciplinary teams. • High level of patience, resilience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity when supporting children and caregivers. • Organizational skills for maintaining documentation, progress reports, and consistent routines. • Relevant qualification in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field; specialized SEN training or certifications are an advantage. • Previous experience in a governess, tutor, or teacher role in a home or school setting is highly desirable.

Experience working with children with special educational needs (SEN), including autism, learning difficulties, or developmental delays. Strong skills in planning and delivering individualized lessons, adapting curriculum, and using structured teaching methods. Ability to implement behavior management strategies, support emotional regulation, and promote positive social interactions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working closely with families and multidisciplinary teams. High level of patience, resilience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity when supporting children and caregivers. Organizational skills for maintaining documentation, progress reports, and consistent routines. Relevant qualification in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field; specialized SEN training or certifications are an advantage. Previous experience in a governess, tutor, or teacher role in a home or school setting is highly desirable.

Provide individualized educational and developmental support to children with special educational needs in home-based and community settings, following tailored learning plans. Plan and deliver structured lessons, implement behavior and communication strategies, support daily routines, and track progress against agreed goals. Collaborate with parents, therapists, and educators, prepare learning materials, and maintain accurate records and reports. Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that encourages independence, confidence, and positive behavior.