SPED Teacher

Rainbow Centre; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Centre in Singapore seeks a dedicated teacher to deliver quality learning experiences for students with disabilities within an interdisciplinary team. You will guide curriculum delivery, partner with families and allied professionals, and continuously seek innovative practices to improve teaching and learning.

The role emphasizes data-based IEP/ITP planning, positive classroom routines, and safe, supportive learning environments to foster student growth and development.

Qualifications

• 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 educational needs.
• Pro-actively facilitate and manage the students and learning environment to enhance motivation and behaviour and opportunities for learning.
• Formulate data-based, student-centered IEP/ITP process for all students, and support attainment of goals.
• Design and implement positive, robust classroom routines and practices to create a safe learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Curriculum & Instructional Excellence as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitate Holistic Student Development by building relationships and supporting wellbeing.
• Collaborate for Optimal Student Learning by coordinating with allied professionals and families.
• Contribute to Programme Development and Quality by maintaining records and adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Curriculum planning

Evidence-based pedagogy

Education

Diploma in Special Education (DISE)

Registered teacher with Ministry of Education

2 years experience in special education

Job description

Rainbow Centre envisions a world where persons with disabilities are empowered, included and thriving in inclusive communities. Our special schools aim to enable students with disabilities to successfully develop to their fullest potential so that they can achieve their highest level of independence and lead thriving lives.

Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Teacher is responsible for providing quality learning experiences for students through the best deliverance of the curriculum.

To this end, the postholder guides the teaching team, partners with family members, allied professionals, community and other relevant stakeholders, engages in reflective practice and continuously seeks to innovate and enhance teaching and learning practices.

Provide Curriculum & Instructional Excellence

• 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
• Pro-actively facilitate and manage the students and learning environment to enhance motivation and behaviour, and opportunities for learning

Facilitate Holistic Student Development

• Build a strong relationship with students, providing physically, emotionally and socially-safe relationships and environments for enhancing care and facilitating of learning for the students
• Formulate data-based, student-centered IEP/ITP process for all students, and support their attainment of IEP/ITP goals through appropriate strategies implemented in partnership 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

Collaborate for Optimal Student Learning & Development

• Work in partnership with allied professionals and appropriate other internal stakeholders for effective planning and execution of development strategies for the student
• Work in partnership with family members to support student learning across school, home and community
• Manage communications with families to support students and/or school initiatives

Contribute to Programme Development and Quality

• Maintain and monitor client records related to programme utilization in accordance to organisational and professional requirements.
• Ensure that the health and safety policy is adhered to and all equipment are properly and safely stored and maintained for safe use.
• Assist in a CCA to enhance students’ learning experiences

Job Holder Requirements

• Only Singaporeans and Permanent Residents
• Diploma in Special Education (DISE) is required
• Registered teacher with Ministry of Education
• At least 2 years’ experience in a special education setting