SPED Teacher - Jurong West

CEREBRAL PALSY ALLIANCE SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CEREBRAL PALSY ALLIANCE SINGAPORE in Singapore seeks a SPED Teacher to design and develop specialised lesson plans for students with special needs. You will work with allied health professionals, families, and the community to help students reach their learning objectives and enhance quality of life.

The role emphasizes data-based IEP/ITP planning, evidence-based pedagogy, and inclusive classroom practices to support holistic student development and safety in a school setting.

Qualifications

• 2 A/ H2 passes and 2 AO/ H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a polytechnic diploma
• IB Diploma score is beneficial
• DISE diploma advantageous for SPED role

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, well-paced SPED lessons tailored to diverse learners
• Collaborate with allied health professionals, families and stakeholders to support IEP/ITP goals
• Implement assessment plans and provide feedback to close learning gaps
• Manage routines and create a safe, conducive classroom environment
• Use AAC and assistive technology to support student learning
• Develop vocational programmes to build work-related skills (Functional Senior Programme) where applicable
• Engage in parent education sessions and partnerships with industry partners

Education

A-levels / AO-H1 passes or polytechnic diploma

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB Diploma)

Diploma in Special Education (DISE) advantageous

Job description

OVERVIEW

The role of a SPED Teacher is to design and develop specialised lesson plans to help students with special needs to cope and achieve their learning objectives. The SPED Teacher will be working closely with allied health professionals, social workers, psychologists, families, and the community to help the students to reach their fullest potential and enjoy an enhanced quality of life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Curriculum and 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
  • Implement appropriate modes of assessment to monitor student progress by providing accurate feedback, and implementing suitable instructional supports to close gaps
• Holistic Student Development
  • Build a strong relationship with students by demonstrating care, concern and encouragement
  • 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
  • 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
• Professional Development
  • Participate in professional learning teams to foster collaborative learning between staff members
  • Proactively engage in professional development for knowledge and skills development
• Projects, Programmes and Initiatives
  • Assist in a CCA to enhance students' learning experiences
  • Participate as a committee member to support various school initiatives and/or events
• Partnerships and Stakeholder Management
  • 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
• Organization Management and Development
  • Manage daily administrative tasks (e.g. track attendance, collect forms, update families/caregivers.)
• OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Conduct parent education sessions to help families/caregivers' build their understanding of their child's needs.
  • Implement appropriate methods and tools to better support ongoing, sustainable student development, e.g. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) methods and Assistive technology for learning.
  • Plan and deliver comprehensive vocational educational programmes to develop students work-related skills. (Applicable to Functional Senior Programme Only)
  • Develop and maintain close partnerships with industry partners to enhance vocational educational programmes and student employment opportunities. (Applicable to Functional Senior Programme Only)

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 'A'/ H2 Level passes and 2 AO/H1 passes (including GP or Knowledge Inquiry) or a recognized local polytechnic diploma
• A good overall International Baccalaureate Diploma score
• Having a Diploma in Special Education (DISE) would be advantageous

This role will commence in Jan 2027 and will be at the Jurong West Campus: 6A Jurong West Street 52 Singapore 649297