Early Intervention Educator

Job Responsibilities

Teaching & Programme planning

• Plan and conduct individual and group lessons under the supervision of the Senior Teachers/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.
• Conduct home visits and centre visits as part of case management.
• Lead classroom field trips and special activities.
• Monitor attendance and conduct health checks and temperature taking of children.
• Maintain regular communication with caregivers through various platforms.

Classroom Support & Maintenance

• Monitor, assess, and document each child’s developmental progress.
• Prepare reports for home visits, centre visits, discharges, and SPED applications.
• Manage or chair case discussions involving caregivers, teachers, and therapists/AHPs.
• Guide parents and caregivers in supporting developmental strategies at home.
• Report incidents and injuries according to organisational procedures.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, aides, and therapists.
• Cover classes and support team members as needed.

Classroom and Team Support

• Maintain a clean, safe, and conducive classroom environment.
• Assist in sourcing, creating, and maintaining teaching aids and resources.
• Track classroom inventory and ensure upkeep of equipment and materials.
• Guide and mentor Assistant Teachers and Teacher Aides.
• Share responsibilities for class-related duties and general centre support.

Professional Development & Organisational Participation

• Participate in staff training and in-house sharing sessions.
• Conduct training sessions for caregivers during support programmes.
• Engage in continuous professional development.
• Support events and programmes organised by SPD.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director, Director, or CEO of SPD.
  

Job Requirements

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