Learning Support Integrator

Nexus International School (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Singapore seeks a Learning Support Integrator to assist teachers in identifying and addressing the learning needs of students. This role involves collaboration with staff and parents to ensure an inclusive learning environment. Candidates should possess a higher degree in Special Education or related fields, along with at least 2 years of experience in an international school setting. The position requires a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in an international school environment.
• Working knowledge of PYP, MYP, IGCSE and IBDP curricula.
• Experience working with learners with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to support learners with diverse needs.
• Interpret specialist reports and produce learner profiles.
• Develop collaborative action plans with parents, teachers, and learners.

Skills

Special Education knowledge

Bilingual learner support

Psychology knowledge

Social Work knowledge

Professional development

Commitment to diversity

Education

Higher degree in Special Education, Psychology or Social Work

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role of the Learning Support Integrator is to support classroom teachers and subject specialists to identify, understand and address the learning needs of all of the young people in their classes, ensuring that each learner is engaged, confident and challenged to achieve.

This involves working directly with teachers and learners, and offering support and guidance to curriculum planning meetings and whole staff professional learning and development meetings. The Learning Support Integrator will collaborate with teachers in the classroom, produce Collaborative Action Plans for those with identified needs, use a strengths‑based model to empower learners to take responsibility for their learning, use evidence‑based interventions to meet the needs of learners and provide coaching to colleagues and parents where necessary.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with teachers to build capacity and awareness of pedagogical strategies to support learners with diverse needs.
• Support teachers to differentiate and build an inclusive culture within the classroom.
• Interpret specialist reports and produce learner profiles for teachers.
• Work with parents, teachers and learners to develop collaborative action plans.
• Design and develop staff professional development workshops.
• Utilise appropriate assessments to inform next step teaching.
• Support teachers with assessment, analysis and evaluation.
• Attend year group and subject meetings to facilitate discussion around learners.
• Involvement in whole school events and activities as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Higher degree or recognised professional qualification in Special Education, Psychology or Social Work (preferred)
• Working knowledge of the PYP, MYP, IGCSE and IBDP curricular
• Evidence of continued relevant professional development
• Experience working with bilingual and multilingual learners and learners with diverse needs
• A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in an international school environment

Nexus International School (Singapore) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our children and families. Nexus endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Singapore ratified on 11 December 2008, and establishes a clear policy and guidelines to protect our learners from maltreatment by any person or persons who come in contact with them in any environment.

Nexus International School (Singapore) is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and value the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities, the role may be revised from time to time.