Relief Special Education Teacher

Relief Special Education Teacher (Secondary), SSD - SAIS
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Relief Special Education Teacher (Secondary), SSD - SAIS
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Cognita Schools
Overview
As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence.
Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprising more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, through a competitive recruitment process. Educators are highly skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, but equally important, they excel at building strong relationships and creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Special Education Teacher (Secondary) to join our Student Support Department team.
About the Role
The Student Support Department (SSD) is looking for a highly qualified Special Education Teacher with previous experience in delivering individualized intervention to join our team of multidisciplinary professionals. Utilizing a MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) Model, the primary role of the Special Education Teacher is to provide Tier 3/intensive intervention directly to students as well as design individualized education for students that require increased support, curricular modification, and explicit instruction.
Position Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience working within special education with relevant qualifications
Exceptional interpersonal communication and professional collaboration skills
Must demonstrate flexibility, strong work habits, and a positive attitude
Strong organizational skills and excellent command of the English language
Proficiency in using computers and other forms of technology
Strong references and attendance record
Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity
Qualifications
Required:
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent is required
Professional current teacher licensure or certification is required
Minimum 3 years’ experience working with students requiring special education services
Previous experience and/or training using recognized screening and progress monitoring assessments
Preferred:
Knowledge and experience delivering Tier 3 support services within an MTSS Model Training and/or previous experience with using recognised Tier 3 intervention programs and assessments
Proficiency in Mandarin preferred to communicate with mandarin speaking students and parents
Job Description
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With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, all potential employees undergo mandatory pre-employment background checks, and appointments are contingent upon satisfactory completion of all reference and background checks, as required by our parent organization, Cognita.
The school is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued. There is no discrimination on the basis of age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, marital status, medical or mental health history, physical characteristics, or disability. All applications from qualified candidates are welcome.
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Management
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