Special Education Teacher

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Singapore is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to join its Student Support team. The role focuses on providing Tier 3 interventions and crafting individualized education plans for students with diverse needs. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in special education and a relevant teaching certification. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are crucial for success in this dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience with children having academic, behavioral, and/or social emotional needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative communication skills.
• Previous experience using recognized screening and progress monitoring assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 intervention and design individualized education plans for students requiring increased support.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to support students' educational needs.
• Utilize a Multi-Tiered System of Support Model in teaching.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Technology proficiency

Education

Current Special Education Teaching Certification

3 years’ experience in special education

Job description

Special Education Teacher (Elementary), SSD - SAIS

As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence.

Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprising more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, through a competitive recruitment process. Educators are highly skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, but equally important, they excel at building strong relationships and creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Special Education Teacher ( Elementary) to join our Student Support team.

About the Role:
The Student Support Department (SSD) is looking for a highly qualified Special Education Teacher with previous experience in delivering individualized intervention to join our team of multidisciplinary professionals. Utilizing a MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) Model, the primary role of the Special Education Teacher is to provide Tier 3/intensive intervention directly to students as well as design individualized education for students that require increased support, curricular modification, and explicit instruction.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with children with academic, behavioral, and/or social emotional needs.
• Knowledge and/or experience providing attentive academic intervention/support.
• Experience in working in an inclusive school setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and professional collaboration skills
• Must demonstrate flexibility, strong work habits, and a positive attitude
• Strong organizational skills and excellent command of the English language
• Proficiency in using computers and other forms of technology
• Strong references and attendance record
• Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity

Qualifications:
Required:

• Current Special Education Teaching Certification from an accredited educational institution or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working within a special education department.
• Previous experience and/or training using recognized screening and progress monitoring assessments

Preferred:

• Knowledge and experience delivering Tier 3 support services within an MTSS Model Training and/or previous experience with using recognized Tier 3 intervention programs and assessments.

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With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all potential employees undergo mandatory pre-employment background checks, and appointments are contingent upon satisfactory completion of all reference and background checks, as required by our parent organization, Cognita.

The school is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, marital status, medical or mental health history, physical characteristics, or disability. All applications from qualified candidates are welcome.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.