Overview
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Pathlight School is the first autism-focused school in Singapore to offer the national curriculum together with life readiness skills.
It caters to students on the autism spectrum with related conditions, aged 7 to 18 years, who are cognitively able to access the national curriculum but require additional support such as smaller class sizes, special accommodations and teaching staff trained in autism.
The team at Pathlight School Secondary School is responsible for the holistic development of students and preparing them for a smooth transition to post-secondary school pathways.
Responsibilities
- 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 education needs of individual students
- Implement appropriate modes of assessment to monitor student progress by providing accurate feedback and implementing suitable instructional support to close gaps
- Build a strong relationship with students by demonstrating care, concern and encouragement
- Formulate data-based student centre IEP / ITP processes for all students, and support attainment of IEP / ITP goals through appropriate strategies in partnership with families / caregivers, Allied Professionals and other stakeholders
- Implement methods and tools to support ongoing student development, e.g., AAC methods, adaptive/assistive learning devices or learning technology
- Design and implement positive classroom routines and practices to create a safe and conducive learning environment and foster student development and well-being
- Implement techniques and behaviour plans to manage students with complex and challenging behaviours
- Manage emergency situations to resolve safety concerns and follow school processes
- Proactively engage in professional development for knowledge and skills development
- Participate in professional learning teams to foster collaborative learning among staff
- Assist in co-curricular activities (CCA) to enhance students’ learning experiences
- Participate as a committee member to support school initiatives and events
- Maintain direct communications with external stakeholders (e.g., families, caregivers, community partners, and commercial partners) to support students and school initiatives
- Work 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
- Min.
Diploma or GCE 'A' Levels - No prior experience required — training will be provided
- Candidates with teaching qualifications from NIE (e.g., Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), Diploma in Special Education (DISE) or equivalent) will be considered as Trained Educator
- Passion to help special needs students maximise their talents and potential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong critical-thinking and creativity to develop learning strategies
- Good instructional skills to explain concepts clearly
- Pathlight School follows MOE mainstream curriculum leading to GCE ‘N’ and ‘O’ Levels qualification
- Mandatory courses such as the Diploma in Special Education (DISE) or equivalent may be required, subject to eligibility
Benefits
We offer a competitive remuneration package and the professional advantages of a dynamic workplace that enables your professional development and values your contributions.
We seek your understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Our organisation is committed to protecting our children and young people from harm.
We require all applicants to undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to hire.
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