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LEARNING SUPPORT EDUCATOR

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Learning Support Educators are to ensure children with mild learning difficulties achieve maximum proficiency in literacy and numeracy before leaving the pre-school setting for either mainstream primary school or a SPEd school. Learning Support Educators focus on the provision of supplementary teaching to children who require additional help. They work with children in groups or one-to-one, either in the classroom or through the scheduled Learning support packages (Literacy, Language, Fine Motor & Social Skill Group) for the children identified, in-class support for children in the DS Programme and plan for progressive strategies for children enrolled in EIPIC.

The Learning Support Educator also follow through with identifying the developmental needs of the child during screening by conducting both standardised (e.g. for general development and literacy) and non-standardised assessments (e.g. observations and child’s work samples). LSEds also collaborate with key stakeholders to support and equip parents and teachers with the strategies to help and empower them and the children under their care.

Job Requirements:

  • For Pre-School Educators with at least 3 years teaching experience
  • Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Learning Support (SDELS) / Special Needs or its equivalent
  • Alternatively, interest to undergo Specialist Diploma in Learning Support (SDELS) or part thereof i.e. Practicum
  • Prior experience in an early intervention centre and/or have taken a leadership role in a limited capacity managing a class with learning/developmental needs
  • Knowledge in Special Needs and a willingness to acquire knowledge of early intervention through inquiry based learning culture
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills coupled with a high degree of interpersonal skills
  • We seek only passionate and dedicated educators whom can make a difference in children’s learning and development

If you meet the above criteria and is excited to begin a rewarding career with a people centric pre-school, we welcome you to apply in confidence by submitting your resume to [email protected]