Total 3 job vacancies by Awwa Ltd.

We are looking for Occupational Therapist to be a part of our dynamic trans-disciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals which comprises Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist, Physiotherapist and (Associate)/Psychologist. The team provides a range of rehabilitative and intervention programs to support our client's ability to participate in the home and community.

The team provides range of individual and/or group rehabilitative and consultative intervention programs in an educational setting, for clients age 4-6 years. The team aspires to maximize the holistic learning and development of clients to enable their independence and active participation in the natural settings.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess and identify the individual needs of clients and formulate, develop and implement appropriate individualized/ group therapy programmes
• Apply pediatric and early intervention evidence-based practices in the intervention programme for clients
• Keep updated of development and research in areas pertaining to pediatric occupational therapy
• Be part of the trans-disciplinary team of therapist, social workers and psychologist in the programme
• Conduct workshops and training for both internal and external stakeholders

Job Requirements:

• Recognized Degree/Master in Occupational Therapy (listed in https://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/ahpc/apply-to-be-a-registered-allied-health-professional/lists-of-recognised-qualifications)
• Registered with the Allied Health Professions Council in Singapore as full registrant

Job Responsibilities

• Plan Individual Education Plans (IEP)/ Individual Transition Plan (ITP), monitor students’ progress and achievements, evaluate students’ learning and prepare progress reports.
• Plan daily lesson plans/ weekly CCA and teach meaningful lessons (in all areas of curriculum), following the UDL framework to cater to students with different learning needs and abilities.
• Implement appropriate intervention strategies and positive behaviour support to improve students’ behaviours.
• Establish an enriching and safe learning environment (within and beyond own classroom) that enhance student learning.
• Provide support and guidance to Teacher Assistants in the areas of teaching and learning
• Work collaboratively with the IEP Team and family for students’ overall growth, positive student learning and transitions.
• Assist in the coordination of events and committees.
• Share innovative ideas with colleagues at the department level and/or school level
• Coordinate and lead IEP discussion and case conferences
• Participate in Curriculum planning and development.
• Attend meetings, case discussions, home visits and other relevant staff development training
• Perform classroom and committee administrative duties and submit required documentation timely.

Minimum Education / Qualifications

• Diploma in Special Education conferred by NIE

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience

• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in special needs school

Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Learning

· Deliver appropriate lessons for all levels of classes, demonstrating a variety of teaching techniques according to curriculum guidelines

· Conduct literacy program after carrying one-off testing for the individual children on language ability.

· Prepare appropriate learning activities, resources, and materials for all levels of classes

· Complete the lesson plan evaluation form to self-reflect if the lesson conducted has been effective and learning objectives have been met

· Participate in setting up and up-keeping of learning centers (eg. Math, Science, English, Chinese, Art & Crafts) to facilitate children's learning

· Source suitable material for display at school and update it according to focus on teaching content and children's interest.

· Monitor the development of the children and update children's developmental profile

· Conduct Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC).

2. Well-being of Children

· Ensure the well-being and safety of the children in all domains of children's development

· Interact with children in an effective and nurturing manner

· Be responsible and facilitate the conduct of daily care routine for the children which includes meal time, milk feeds, baths, diaper changing, temperature checks, and administering medicine

3. Engaging Parents & Community

· Work in partnership with parents and the community in the holistic development of their children

· Plan and prepare monthly newsletter or update the class blog

· Communicate with parents through a communication book and encourage parents' involvement in centre events

4. Other Responsibilities

· Centre Activities and Events

· Contribute actively to centre events and activities eg. Planning field trip

· Carry out class administration duties as and when necessary

· To assist in ad-hoc projects/committees as and when required by the Principal and Assistant Director

· To perform any other duties as directed by the Director/CEO

The above activities are by no means exhaustive and are subject to amendment whenever needed.

Requirements

· Minimum Degree/Diploma in Preschool Education (DPE-T) or Early Childhood Care Education (DECCE) or equivalent

· 5 credits in English and Mother Tongue in GCE O Levels

· Minimum 2-3 years of working experience in early childhood settings

· Adequate knowledge of current early childhood care and education development theories, research, and practices

· Good communication and classroom management skills

· Creative and passionate in an inclusive preschool education

· Enjoys working with young children and is able to work well with families.