Early Intervention Educator (Jurong West)

About the role

SPD@Jurong West is recruiting an Early Intervention Educator to work with children with developmental and special needs. The role covers teaching and programme planning, individualised education plans, home and centre visits, and classroom support.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individual and group lessons under the supervision of Senior Teachers or the Reporting Manager
• Develop and review Individual Educational Programmes (IEPs) and Progress Reports (PRs)
• Design and evaluate developmentally and culturally appropriate activities and environments
• Facilitate quality intervention strategies to support children's developmental goals
• Carry out home visits and centre visits as part of case management, and lead classroom field trips and special activities
• Maintain records of attendance, health checks and temperature taking, and report incidents and injuries
• Communicate regularly with caregivers and guide them on supporting strategies at home
• Document each child's developmental progress and prepare reports for home visits, centre visits, discharges and SPED applications
• Manage or chair case discussions involving caregivers, teachers and therapists, and mentor Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides
• Keep the classroom clean and safe, track inventory and maintain teaching aids and resources
• Take part in staff training, share knowledge with colleagues, and support events organised by SPD

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) or a related field such as Special Education, Psychology or Early Childhood Education
• A Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) is an added advantage
• Strong interest in working with children with developmental or special needs
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and a team player