Special Education Expert - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Panama • North America - 12 months

About The Role

La Escuela Normal is seeking an experienced educator with a passion for differentiated instruction to support the launch of a dedicated teacher training space. This position will focus on transforming the newly established laboratory space into an innovative training hub that equips teachers-in-training with practical skills to teach English to all learners.

Responsibilities

• Identify special education needs for English-language instruction.
• Design curriculum strategies and adaptive learning materials to support every learner.
• Develop multisensory and accessible educational resources.
• Develop strategies to integrate accessible technologies into language learning.
• Facilitate trainings and practice sessions on Universal Design for Learning, inclusive methodologies, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
• Support university partners during practicum activities in the Inclusive Classroom.
• Document successful practices and co-create the institution’s final methodological guide.
• Contribute to additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as providing English tutoring and facilitating summer camps.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in education or a related field.
• Two or more years of special education experience, preferably in one of the following areas: American Sign Language (ASL), speech therapy, occupational therapy, or working with visually-impaired.
• Completed 4 years of high school Spanish coursework in the past 8 years.
• Completed college-level Elementary II Spanish semester (Elementary III in quarter system) within the past 6 years.
• Score between 50-62 on the Spanish College Level Examination Program (CLEP) exam in the past 6 years.
• Score Novice-High or Intermediate-Low on official American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) in Spanish within the past 6 years.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have the following criteria:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in education or a related field.
• Two or more years of special education experience, preferably in one of the following areas: American Sign Language (ASL), speech therapy, occupational therapy, or working with visually-impaired.

Skills

• Strong understanding of Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Experience in designing and implementing inclusive methodologies.
• Proficiency in TESOL techniques.
• Ability to facilitate trainings and practice sessions effectively.
• Knowledge of accessible technologies and their integration into language learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

The position offers:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate professional development and personal commitments.
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within the organization.
• Access to ongoing training and resources to enhance teaching skills.

Pay

Salary details will be provided upon successful interview and reference checks.

Schedule

The position is expected to start on May 9, 2027, and last for 12 months.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by October 15, 2026. For further inquiries, contact [Contact Information].