Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Special Education

The Psychology and Child & Human Development (PCHD) Department at the NIE comprises of a team of educators, psychologists and counsellors passionate about the application of psychology to general education, as well as the specialized domains of psychology, counselling, early childhood education and special needs education. We have a strong focus on teaching and innovative pedagogy, and a research culture that views psychology as an integrative discipline to help us advance our understanding of human thought and behavior to help individuals adapt and learn at their best.

We invite suitably qualified applicants for positions as Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Special Needs Education. This position provides the opportunity to teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in the specialisation areas of special needs education and to pursue research in areas of special needs education.

Requirements

• A doctorate degree in a relevant field, preferably with specialization in special needs education

• Applicants will be in a position of added advantage if he or she is familiar with the Singapore education system

• Evidence of outstanding teaching and their innovative uses of technology

• Evidence of research in the areas of special needs education

• A strong commitment to and aptitude for teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Full membership in a national psychological association or society (e.g., Singapore Psychological Society, American Psychological Association, Australian Psychological Society, Malaysian Psychological Association, etc.) or be eligible for full membership

• Willingness to understand and support the work of colleagues beyond one's niche area of expertise 

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be expected to:

• teach existing and new courses at undergraduate and higher degree levels, as well as preservice and in-service teacher education courses, more specifically in teacher training and professional development in special needs education

• engage in research that informs policy and practice

• develop a research agenda and programme, and to publish in reputable journals as is customary in his/her field

• establish professional connections with local and international researchers and practitioners involved in his/her specific areas of expertise

• share expertise with NIE colleagues through various platforms 

• undertake administrative and/or leadership roles and to contribute to other service-related activities at the departmental and Institutional levels

• engage in programme leadership and curriculum design and development

Application

Please submit your application to us together with the following documents:

• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of this position

• A Curriculum Vitae that includes work experience, qualifications, teaching experience, research accomplishments, full publications list (in APA format), and service records

• A statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages, font Arial 11, double-space)

• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience (maximum 2 pages, font Arial 11, double-space) and evidence of teaching excellence (if available)

• Up to 3 of your best publications

• Contact details of three referees (3 academic referees OR 2 academic and 1 professional)

• Any other documents beyond those stated on the application form that demonstrates your qualifications and credentials 

Closing Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Other Information

For enquiries, interested applicants may write to Ms Joey Lim at

Note to applicants

Only successful candidates will be notified (via email).