Special Education Teacher (Fernvale)

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

MINDSG LTD is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for Fernvale Gardens School in Singapore. You will plan student-centered lessons, deliver instruction using evidence-based methods, and monitor progress with data-driven IEP/ITP goals.

Work closely with families, social workers, therapists and fellow educators to support holistic student development. You will contribute to safe classroom environments, manage diverse behaviours, and participate in school initiatives while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with special needs is preferred.
• Passionate about children’s growth and open to innovative teaching methods.
• Able to work with children/youth aged 7–18 with learning difficulties.
• Collaborates with social workers, therapists and other teachers.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging, well-paced lessons considering diverse learner profiles.
• Deliver lessons using evidence-based pedagogy and meaningful activities.
• Implement assessments to monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Develop data-based, student-centered IEP/ITP goals with families and professionals.
• Maintain safe, structured classrooms and foster well-being.
• Engage families and caregivers to support learning and transition planning.
• Collaborate in professional learning teams to improve outcomes.

Skills

Lesson planning

Evidence-based pedagogy

IEP/ITP development

Team collaboration

Student relationship building

Education

GCE 'A' Levels, Diploma or Degree in any discipline; or

Diploma in Autism, Education or Special Education.

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore employing more than 1,200 staff. With the key focus to expand community-based services, improving the employability of PWIDS, strengthening education, and engendering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services and programmes across the PWIDs' lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training development centres, home-based care services and community-based services to cater to the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Special Education Teacher at Fernvale Gardens School delivers student-centred, evidence-based teaching to support diverse learning needs and holistic development.

The role also involves building strong student relationships, maintaining a safe and structured classroom, managing behaviour, and supporting school activities and administrative tasks.

• 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 educational needs of individual students
• Implement appropriate modes of assessment to monitor student progress by providing accurate feedback, and implement suitable instructional supports to close gaps
• Build a strong relationship with students by demonstrating care, concern and encouragement
• Formulate data-based, student-centered IEP and ITP process for all students, and support their attainment of IEP and ITP goals through appropriate strategies implemented in partnerships with families, caregivers, Allied Professionals and other relevant stakeholders
• 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
• Proactively engage in professional development for knowledge and skills development
• Participate in professional learning teams to foster collaborative learning between staff members
• Assist in CCA to enhance students' learning experiences
• Participate as a committee member to support various school initiatives and/or events
• 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
• Manage daily administrative tasks (e.g. track attendance, collect forms, update families/caregivers.)

QUALIFICATIONS

• GCE 'A' Levels, Diploma or Degree in any discipline; or
• Diploma in Autism, Education or Special Education.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Relevant experience in teaching special needs students will be an advantage.
• Passionate about each child personal growth and open to new and innovative methods of teaching.
• Able to work with children or youth ranging from 7 - 18 years of age with one or more learning difficulties
• Able to work in a team with social workers, therapist and other teaching colleagues.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - MINDSG LTD