Teaching Support Intern (Youths for Autism Programme)

Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) / Pathlight School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth for Autism (YFA) Internship Programme offers passionate individuals the chance to gain hands-on experience supporting students and clients with autism in special education or inclusive workplace settings.

Interns will be deployed to Teaching Track, Early Intervention Programme (EIP), or Employability and Employment Centre (E2C) based on interest and organizational needs. Training is provided, with emphasis on learning outcomes and holistic development.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children or youths with special needs.
• Patient, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to commit to full duration of the internship.
• No prior experience required – training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers or job coaches in delivering daily learning and engagement activities for students or clients with autism.
• Assist in managing routines and ensuring a structured, safe, and supportive environment, whether in the classroom or workplace.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students or clients, based on their individual needs.
• Help with the preparation of teaching, training, or vocational materials and resources.
• Participate in student care activities, such as mealtimes, transitions, and outdoor learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and other team members to support the holistic development of students.
• Support school-wide or centre-wide events and initiatives (e.g., learning journeys, career fairs, or social activities).

Job description

Youths for Autism (YFA) Internship Programme offers passionate and motivated young individuals the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting students and clients with autism. Interns will be meaningfully engaged in special education or inclusive workplace settings, while contributing to the learning, development, and well-being of students or clients in a supportive and inclusive environment.

As a YFA intern, you will be deployed to one of the following departments based on your interest, strengths, and organizational needs:

• Teaching Track (Primary, Secondary, or Vocational Track)
• Early Intervention Programme (EIP)
• Employability and Employment Centre (E2C)

Your Impact and Contribution:

• Support teachers or job coaches in delivering daily learning and engagement activities for students or clients with autism.
• Assist in managing routines and ensuring a structured, safe, and supportive environment, whether in the classroom or workplace.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students or clients, based on their individual needs.
• Help with the preparation of teaching, training, or vocational materials and resources.
• Participate in student care activities, such as mealtimes, transitions, and outdoor learning.
• Collaborate with teachers and other team members to support the holistic development of students.
• Support school-wide or centre-wide events and initiatives (e.g., learning journeys, career fairs, or social activities).

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop greater awareness and understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Learn strategies to engage and support the learning and behaviour of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Gain insight into the roles within special education and inclusive workplace settings.
• Build soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and empathy in a real-world environment.

Requirements:

• Passion for working with children or youths with special needs.
• Patient, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to commit to full duration of the internship.
• No prior experience required – training will be provided.

Who Should Apply:

• Pre-university students, undergraduates, or fresh graduates exploring careers in education, psychology, social work, or related fields.
• Individuals with an interest in supporting the special needs community.
• Enjoy a meaningful and enriching journey that goes beyond the classroom. Experience a supportive staff culture that nurtures wellbeing, bringing warmth and connection to your experience. Take the opportunity to build soft skills, deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, and gain insights that add a new dimension to your academic and career journey.

Internship Period: From end December 2026 to end May/June 2027

We apologize that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Our organization is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to hire.