National consultant on Methodological Guidance on organization of Inclusive Education, Kyiv, Ukraine

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The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance to the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) to develop Methodological Guidance to the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on the organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions.

The Consultant will summarise the inputs from the MoES and working groups on Inclusive Education, draft the methodological framework and analytical overview, facilitate further discussions and consulting process with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Inclusive Resource Centres (IRC) and other relevant stakeholders working on issues of children with disabilities in inclusive education, and develop Methodological Guidance on organization of Inclusive Education and levels of support provision for children with special educational needs in pre-school and general secondary education institutions, taking into account inputs from all authors of methodological materials and relevant stakeholders.

The national consultant will work under the direct supervision of UNICEF Ukraine, and in close collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (MoES) and CSOs.

The specific objectives of the assignment are:

  • Desk review and research on issues, needs, trends concerning inclusive education in Ukraine
  • Review and analysis of legal and regulatory instruments, national laws, strategies, and policies related to education and inclusive education
  • Review and analysis Regulations #530 and #957 stipulating organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions and levels of support provision for children with special educational needs during education process. Coordinate the work of all authors and consolidate methodological materials ensuring coherent approaches in the preparation of Methodological Guidance.
  • Consultations with Ministry of Education and Science, key stakeholders, parents and children with disabilities
  • Development of Methodological Guidance to the Regulations #530 and #957 on organization of Inclusive Education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions

To reach specific objectives, the Consultant will have to complete the following tasks:

  • Conduct desk review of prevailing national policies, strategies, standards and investment levels pertaining inclusive education and integrate the obtained results from analysis in the draft Methodological Guidance.
  • Analyse the experience and best successful practices of other countries (Finland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Great Britain and any other countries that are leaders in providing Inclusive Education for children with special educational needs (SEN).
  • Review and analyse the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions.
  • Analyse the implementation of Inclusive Education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions and realization of rights of children with special educational needs.
  • Analyse approaches used by teachers, headmasters, psychologists, and IRC specialist to the assessment of the children with special educational needs and their needs in the educational process.
  • Analyse existing monitoring mechanism for the quality of services rendered by IRC specialists and supervision system for all specialists involved in inclusive education.
  • Review and analyze the level of methodological support required for working with a child with SEN, in particular for assessing the child, taking into account age, gender, vulnerability, development and implementation of IDP (Individual Development/Learning Plan) and provide recommendations on development of tools to monitor the progress of a child with SEN during inclusive education (level of IDP implementation, level of mastering the academic material, successes, and achievements, etc.)
  • In cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science organize meetings with experts of IRCs, schools and parents and facilitate communication and exchange feedback with them on development of Methodological Guidance to the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on organization of inclusive education and levels of support provision for children with special educational needs during education process.
  • Analyse International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as for understanding and explaining children’s functional difficulties (physical, mental and social aspects).Develop draft Methodological Guidance on organization of Inclusive Education and levels of support provision for children with special educational needs in pre-school and general secondary education institutions.
  • Organize consultative meetings with Ministry of Education and Science, IRC experts, authors of methodological materials and relevant stakeholders working on Inclusive Education to get feedback on the developed Methodological Guidance.
  • Perform other tasks as may be requested by UNICEF or Ministry of Education and Science within the scope of this assignment.

Work Assignment Overview:

Tasks/Deliverables: Conduct desk review of prevailing national policies, strategies, standards and investment levels pertaining inclusive education and integrate the obtained results from analysis in the draft Methodological Guidance. Analyse the experience and best successful practices of other countries (Finland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Great Britain and any other countries that are leaders in providing Inclusive Education for children with special educational needs (SEN). Review and analyse the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions. Analyse the implementation of Inclusive Education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions and realization of rights of children with special educational needs. Analyse approaches used by teachers, headmasters, psychologists, and IRC specialist to the assessment of the children with special educational needs and their needs in the educational process. Analyse existing monitoring mechanisms for the quality of services rendered by IRC specialists and supervision system for all specialists involved in inclusive education. Analyse International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) as for understanding and explaining children’s functional difficulties (physical, mental and social aspects). Review and analyse the level of methodological support required for working with a child with SEN and provide recommendations on the development of tools to monitor the progress during inclusive education. Deliverable: Set of recommendations on the development of tools to monitor the progress of a child with special educational needs in inclusive education. Deadline: 29 December 2021 (10 w/days).

Tasks/Deliverables: Develop Methodological Guidance on organization of Inclusive Education and levels of support provision for children with special educational needs in pre-school and general secondary education institutions. Deliverable: Development of draft Methodological Guidance. Deadline: 10 January 2022 (5 w/days).

Tasks/Deliverables: In cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Science organize meetings with IRC specialists, Methodists, schools and parents and facilitate communication and exchange feedback with them on development of Methodological Guidance to the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions Deliverable: Minutes of the meeting and summary of consultations with the expert group on Methodological Guidance to the Regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers #530 and #957 on the organization of inclusive education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions; adapting the draft in accordance with inputs from consultations. Deadline: 17 January 2022 (5 w/days).

Tasks/Deliverables: Based on the findings and consultations, develop a final report and submit draft Methodological Guidance on organization of Inclusive Education in pre-school and general secondary education institutions. Deliverable: final report and draft Methodological Guidance endorsed by the Ministry of Education and Science. Deadline: 24 January 2022 (4 w/days)

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education: Master's degree in Pedagogy, Special Education, or Psychology.

Professional experience: At least 10 years of relevant work experience in Education sector; At least 5 years of proven experience in Inclusive Education and demonstrated knowledge on topics related to inclusive education and disability; Experience of scientific or methodical work in the field of inclusive education; Strong knowledge of current legislation pertaining education (with focus on children with special educational needs and children with disabilities); Ability to analyze a large amount of information; Strong coordination and analytical skills and proven experience in development of methodological materials, recommendations on inclusive education; Experience in facilitating consultations with government representatives, CSOs, parents, and children with disabilities and other stakeholders; Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of various education actors in Ukraine.

Language: English - Upper-intermediate [B2]; Ukrainian - Proficiant/Native [C2]

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

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