Autism-Focused Educator - Math, Science & English

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; USD 23,180 - 46,360; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is looking for dedicated educators to join their team in transforming lives. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, supporting students with autism and related conditions, and fostering a nurturing learning environment. Educators will implement tailored strategies to meet individual needs, engage in professional development, and collaborate with families and stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of special needs students and thrive in a dynamic workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma or GCE 'A' Levels required.
• Relevant experience in teaching MOE Primary subjects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging lessons tailored to diverse student needs.
• Build strong relationships with students and support their development.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Critical Thinking

Creativity

Instructional Skills

Education

Diploma

GCE ‘A’ Levels

Tools

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Adaptive Learning Devices

Learning Technology

Job description

Join us in Transforming Lives Together!

Pathlight School is the first autism-focused school in Singaporeto offer thenational curriculum together with life readiness skills. It caters to students on the autism spectrum with related conditions, aged 7 to 18 years, who are cognitively able to access national curriculum but require additional support such as smaller class sizes, special accommodations and teaching staff trained in autism.

The team at Pathlight School Primary School is responsible for providing quality education and nurturing students to be future-ready, lifelong learners.

As an Educator, your Impact and Contribution includes:

Curriculum and Instructional Excellence

• Plan engaging and well-paced lessons taking account of the diverse learner profiles of students.
• Deliver lessons using evidence-based pedagogy and meaningful activities to meet the education needs of individual students.
• Implement appropriate modes of assessment to monitor student progress by providing accurate feedback and implementing suitable instructional support to close gaps.

Holistic student development

• Build a strong relationship with students by demonstrating care, concern and encouragement.
• Formulate data-based student centres IEP / ITP process for all students, and support their attainment of IEP / ITP goals through appropriate strategies implemented in partnership with families / caregivers, Allied Professionals and other relevant stakeholders.
• Implement appropriate methods and tools to better support ongoing, suitable, student development, e.g., Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) methods, adaptive/assistive learning devices or learning technology.
• Design and implement positive, robust classroom routines and practices to create and maintain a safe and conducive learning environment as well as foster student development and well-being.
• Implement techniques and behaviour plans to manage students with complex and challenging behaviours.
• Manage emergency situations to resolve any immediate safety concerns and implement required school processes.

Professional development

• Proactively engage in professional development for knowledge and skills development
• Participate in professional learning teams to foster collaborative learning between staff members

Projects, programmes and initiatives

• Assist in a CCA to enhance students’ learning experiences.
• Participate as a committee member to support various school initiatives and / or events.

Partnerships and stakeholder management

• Maintain direct communications with external stakeholders (e.g. families, caregivers, community partners and commercial partners) to support students and / or school initiatives
• Work in partnership with families to support student learning and Transition Planning to achieve positive post school outcomes

Organisation Management and Development

• Manage daily administrative task (e.g track attendance, collect forms, update families/caregivers).

• Min. Diploma or GCE 'A' Levels
• No prior experience required — training will be provided.
• Vacancies are available at our Ang Mo Kio and Tampines campuses
• Candidates with teaching qualifications from NIE e.g. Diploma in Special Education (DISE) or its equivalent, will be considered as Trained Educator.
• Passion to help special needs students maximise their talents and potential
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong critical-thinking and creativity to develop learning strategies
• Good instructional skills to explain concepts clearly*

* Pathlight School follows MOE mainstream curriculum leading to PSLE qualification

We offer a competitive remuneration package and the professional advantages of a dynamic workplace that enables your professional development and values your contributions.

We seek your understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Our organisation is committed to protecting our children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to hire.