Special Education Specialist Jobs in Saudi Arabia

We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, voice, and swallowing disorders in children and/or adults. The therapist will work closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized therapy programs and improve communication outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct speech, language, communication, and swallowing assessments
• Diagnose speech and language disorders
• Develop individualized therapy and intervention plans
• Provide one-on-one and/or group therapy sessions
• Maintain therapy records, progress reports, and clinical documentation
• Educate and guide parents/caregivers on home-based therapy techniques
• Collaborate with doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and special educators
• Monitor patient progress and revise therapy plans when required
• Use evidence-based therapy methods and AAC tools where applicable
• Participate in case discussions, awareness programs, and professional development activities

Qualification & Eligibility

• BASLP / MASLP (Bachelor's or Master's in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology)
• Valid SCFHS License
• Freshers or experienced candidates may apply depending on organization requirements
• Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills

Required Skills

• Clinical assessment and diagnosis
• Therapy planning and implementation
• Documentation and report writing
• Parent counseling and communication
• Team collaboration
• Patience, empathy, and child-friendly approach
• Knowledge of speech and language disorders and therapy techniques

About the Role

Baraya Extended Care is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their team in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position offers foundational clinical experience, supporting the assessment, planning, and delivery of therapy for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. As an SLP, you will work within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, contributing to evidence-based, client-centered care. This role is designed for an early-career professional aiming to develop clinical reasoning and intervention planning skills within a supervised framework, with opportunities in outpatient or inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervised assistance with Speech-Language Pathology services and therapy delivery.
• Support patient assessments, including screenings, data collection, and progress monitoring.
• Assist with the development and implementation of treatment plans and home practice programs.
• Educate clients and their families on strategies to improve communication and ensure safe swallowing.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient progress.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to support comprehensive patient care.
• Contribute to a respectful, safe, and organized clinical environment.
• Assist with clinical governance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
• Attend team rounds and professional development activities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
• Support quality improvement projects and adherence to accreditation standards.
• Uphold privacy, safety, and professional codes of conduct in all aspects of work.
• Seek opportunities for skill development and competency expansion under supervision.
• Participate in standardized intake processes and progress tracking.
• Contribute to the documentation of clinical findings and therapy plans.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Saudi Commission License as a Specialist.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 1-4 years of clinical SLP experience or relevant clinical placements.
• Foundational knowledge of assessment principles, treatment planning, and evidence-based practice.
• Proficiency in written, read, and spoken Arabic and English languages.

Required Skills

• Foundational clinical skills across communication and swallowing domains.
• Ability to accurately document assessments, progress notes, and therapy plans.
• Effective communication skills with clients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Basic knowledge of screening tools, therapy techniques, and clinical guidelines.
• Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and documentation workflows.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical practice, and a commitment to client-centered care.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The role is suitable for early-career professionals with 0-1 years of experience, provided they have relevant clinical placements. The position offers a structured environment for professional growth within a rehabilitation team.

About the Role

A psychologist works at the Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support Services, which is one of the centers affiliated with TALEMIA Educational Company. This role aims to provide comprehensive psychological assessment for beneficiaries, identifying their capabilities in cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects using standardized official measures. The role also seeks to address or mitigate undesirable behaviors, motivations, and thoughts, and improve beneficiaries' relationships, social skills, and mental health through the application of a range of psychological methods and behavior modification strategies.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for beneficiaries using standardized official measures and tests, such as intelligence scales, adaptive behavior scales, and diagnostic scales.
• Interpret the results of applied measures and tests and prepare detailed psychological reports that include health, social, family, behavioral, and academic aspects, in addition to clinical observations, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations.
• Identify and analyze behavioral problems and psychological disorders experienced by the beneficiary using appropriate strategies such as behavior modification techniques to acquire desirable behaviors and reduce undesirable ones.
• Apply therapeutic methods based on psychological theories such as psychoanalysis, guided imagery, and cognitive therapy.
• Implement the unit/department/center's mechanisms, procedures, and policies, and ensure the safe use of devices, equipment, and assistive tools.
• Document session proceedings in the beneficiary's electronic file (HIS) according to approved forms and standards.
• Follow up on the beneficiary's commitment to attend scheduled sessions in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Prepare weekly/monthly/annual reports and statistics as requested.
• Effective communication and collaboration with the team to provide services with the highest quality standards.
• Participate with the multidisciplinary team to identify the beneficiary's needs for the center's services.
• Improve and develop programs, plans, and services based on technical knowledge, techniques, assessment results, and studies and research.
• Implement individual and group programs and activities inside or outside the center as per specialization.
• Participate in delivering lectures and workshops to beneficiaries' families, specialists, or the general public in the field of specialization.
• Develop self-skills that contribute to improving the quality of work outcomes.
• Maintain the confidentiality of beneficiary information.

Qualifications and Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor's degree as a minimum in a relevant field.
• At least two years of practical experience in a related field.
• Possession of a professional practice license.
• Thorough understanding of various psychotherapy theories.
• Familiarity with psychological disorders and behavioral problems.
• Ability to conduct interviews and case studies.
• Ability to apply standardized official measures and tests.

Work Environment and Collaboration

Work is conducted at the Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support Services, part of TALEMIA Educational Company. The role requires effective collaboration with the team to provide integrated services, and to seek and provide technical consultations from relevant departments. Work also includes participation in various meetings as needed, and contributing to improving the beneficiary's experience by measuring their satisfaction with the provided service.

Training and Development

The role includes training families to achieve the goals of the Individualized Education Program in the home environment. It also requires the job holder to continuously strive to develop self-skills that contribute to improving the quality of work outcomes, and to participate in developmental suggestions for the unit/department/center.