Specialised Teacher

Singapore Association for the Deaf, The; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local non-profit organization in Singapore is seeking Specialised Teachers to enhance the education of students with hearing loss using Singapore Sign Language. This full-time role involves co-teaching, lesson planning, and promoting Deaf awareness. Ideal candidates possess relevant educational qualifications, preferably with specialization in special education. Opportunities to participate in community projects are also offered, making a significant impact on the lives of these students.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Nurturing environment

Community project involvement

Qualifications

• Achieved SgSL Course Level 3 or SEE2 Advanced Stage.
• Relevant teaching qualifications and experience preferred.
• Experience interacting with the Deaf community is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Co-create lesson plans with mainstream teacher.
• Co-teach with mainstream teacher.
• Promote Deaf awareness and provide accessibility support.
• Develop intervention programmes for academic and emotional development.
• Implement assessment methods for HL students.
• Attend SADeaf events and meetings.

Skills

Co-teaching

Sign Language Communication

Deaf Awareness Promotion

Education

Degree in any field

Diploma in Special Education (preferred)

Job description

We’re looking for Specialised Teachers who are passionate in developing the next generation of students with hearing loss (HL) via the medium of Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) in a mainstream school. Make a difference in the lives of these students as you co-create lesson plans and co-teach with the mainstream teacher.

The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) offers competitive salaries, a nurturing environment and opportunities to be involved in projects for the deaf community. You will play a key role in the growth and empowerment of our students.

Key Responsibilities

1. Co-create lesson plans with mainstream teacher
2. Co-teach with mainstream teacher
3. Promote Deaf awareness and provide accessibility support
4. Develop and implement specialised intervention programmes to support academic behaviour and social emotional development
5. Develop and implement assessment methods that accommodate the communication modes and abilities of the HL students.
6. Attend and participate in SADeaf events and meetings

Qualifications

1. Have achieved SgSL Course Level 3 or at least SEE2 Advanced Stage
2. Have a degree in any field, preferably with additional diploma in special education
3. Relevant qualifications and experience in teaching (preferred)
4. Preferably with experience in interacting with the Deaf community

Full-time contract, with potential for renewal.