Senior Special Education Leader & Curriculum Innovator

Rainbow Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Centre Singapore seeks an experienced educator in special education to lead curriculum development and mentor teachers across programmes for students aged 7 to 18 with multiple disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. You will drive pedagogy review, collaborate with families, and ensure safety and compliance while modelling high-quality inclusive lessons.

The role emphasises student-centred planning, IEP integration and professional growth, with an expectation of strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Good Diploma, Degree or Masters with Diploma in Special Education.
• Registered teacher with Ministry of Education (MOE).
• At least 6 years of classroom teaching experience, 3 years in special needs.
• Proven ability to lead peers.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum & Pedagogy Development: Develop and review curriculum, pedagogy and assessment to enhance teaching and learning in alignment with school vision and mission
• Instructional Modelling: Model effective student-centered lessons by adopting appropriate and evidence-based pedagogy, purposeful planning, facilitating and evaluating quality learning experiences and environments to maximise student learning and engagement
• Assessment Design & Evaluation: Identify and develop effective and appropriate assessments e.g. curriculum-based assessments and monitor strategies at the school level to monitor and evaluate effectiveness of lesson delivery for programme and teacher development
• Curriculum Mentorship & Coaching: Mentor/Coach assigned teachers in the formulation, implementation and review of curriculum plans related to specific domain or disability profile
• T&L Research: Conduct research at school level e.g. action research to inform teaching and learning
• Behavioural Management & Intervention: Apply a proactive classroom management style and utilise behavioural analysis techniques to promote positive behaviour and manage challenging behaviour
• IEP Integration & Instructional Coaching: Coach/Mentor teachers in integrating IEP and Good Life goals into lesson planning and in collaborating with families/caregivers and other IEP team members, to address these needs for the holistic and optimal development of learners
• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure that the health and safety policy is adhered to
• Professional Collaboration: Proactively plan and facilitate collaboration with teachers, allied professionals and other partners, for effective planning and execution of development strategies for the learner and their caregivers
• Person-Centred Planning: Guide and enhance collaboration of the teachers with caregivers and other stakeholders for a person-centred planning for learning and life goals
• Leadership: Lead/Co-lead a team in the planning and implementation of organisation/school programmes and initiatives
• Partnerships with Stakeholders: Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders to help achieve desired outcomes for organisation/school-wide programmes and initiatives
• Outcome Measurement & Process Improvement: Participate in the development, monitoring and evaluation of outcome measures and business improvement processes
• Culture and Professional Values: Foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, collaboration and innovation
• Reflective Practice: Engage in and articulate reflection and evaluation in practice
• Professional Growth & Development: Proactively seek learning opportunities and set stretch goals
• Guidance & Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to teachers on performance improvement
• Training Support: Contribute to the training of volunteers, families and other professionals
• Compliance: Remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation, policies and codes of conduct

Skills

Curriculum development

Teacher leadership

Collaborative planning

Education

Diploma in Special Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Rainbow Centre Singapore seeks an experienced educator in special education to lead curriculum development and mentor teachers across programmes for students aged 7 to 18 with multiple disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. You will drive pedagogy review, collaborate with families, and ensure safety and compliance while modelling high-quality inclusive lessons.

The role emphasises student-centred planning, IEP integration and professional growth, with an expectation of strong leadership and