SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

SAINT CLARE SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in special education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students. The position demands adaptability, strong communication skills, and a relevant educational background. The school offers competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Medical benefits

Upgrading/training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant working experience with young children/adolescents.
• Ability to start work immediately.
• Preferably Singaporeans.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that students have appropriate written individual education plans (IEPs).
• Monitor program compliance to ensure services are implemented appropriately.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Special Education/Teaching/Training

Job description

Saint Clare School for Special Education is an EDUTRUST certified PEI. This certification is awarded to schools which are sustaining excellent levels of performance in managing their institutions and providing high quality education standards and welfare for their students.

We are looking for candidates who share our vision and possess values such as commitment, discipline, and perseverance.

The school believes in investing time and resources for the professional development of the candidate and will also commit to ensuring a competitive compensation package.

Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma/Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Special Education/Teaching/Training or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience with young children/adolescents or youth in the related field.
• Required Skills: Ability to adapt well to students' educational and personal needs, maintain organized student records, good communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Preferably Singaporeans.
• Ability to start work immediately.
• Upgrading/training opportunities, attractive remuneration, and medical benefits.
• Interested applicants, please send in your full resume.

Job Description

• Primary responsibility is to ensure that students have appropriate written individual education plans and that these plans are being implemented in all school settings.

• Plans must be developed following a process that reviews and considers all relevant factors including assessment data, curriculum-based measurements, and input from all team members.

• Responsible for monitoring the plan to ensure program compliance: that required timelines are observed; that direct services, accommodations, modifications, and other services indicated on the plan are implemented in all school settings; and that the student benefits from the services provided.

• Communicate with the Principal: ensure the principal has a list of all students for whom the teacher is responsible and access to those students’ IEPs. Notify the principal if any part of a student’s plan is not being implemented appropriately despite efforts to correct issues through consultation with other school personnel.

• Keep all confidential documents, such as IEPs and evaluations, in a secure location (locked cabinets), including computer files.

• Manage Special Education Assistant Teacher(s): express expectations; hold regular conferences; provide feedback; clarify disciplinary practices and classroom routines.

• Maintain regular contact with parents: send positive notes, keep them informed of school events, and send progress reports as indicated in the IEP.

• Manage behavior programs: develop and maintain student behavior management programs; communicate with teachers and other involved personnel regarding these programs.