Special Education Therapists – Occupational, Speech‑Language & Physical

About the role

The Educational Support Department – Special Education at Rayat Al‑Alamain is seeking qualified therapists to join its team in Iraq. The positions include Occupational Therapist, Speech‑Language Pathologist and Physical Therapist who will work directly with students with special educational needs, helping them develop functional, communication and mobility skills.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of students’ physical, sensory, cognitive, speech and language abilities.
• Design and implement individualized therapy plans tailored to each student’s goals.
• Deliver one‑on‑one and group therapy sessions within the school environment.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, parents and multidisciplinary staff to integrate therapeutic strategies into classroom activities.
• Monitor progress, adjust interventions as needed and maintain accurate documentation.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and classroom accommodations to support student participation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Speech‑Language Pathology (Master’s acceptable for SLP).
• Valid professional license to practice in Iraq.
• Minimum two years of practical experience, preferably with children and special‑education programs.
• Strong communication, assessment and teamwork abilities.

Required skills

• Occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
• Speech‑language evaluation and therapy techniques.
• Physical therapy assessment and treatment planning.
• Individualized treatment plan development.
• Adaptive equipment recommendation and documentation.