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APSN Education Services Ltd.

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Established in 1976, APSN is a social service agency that provides special education, vocational training and employment support services for individuals with mild intellectual disability (IQ 50-70).

Benefiting over 2,200 beneficiaries each year, we currently operate four Special Education (SPED) Schools (APSN Chaoyang School, APSN Katong School, APSN Tanglin School and APSN Delta Senior School) for students between the ages of 7 and 21, an APSN Student Care Centre for children from 7 to 18 years old and an APSN Centre for Adults for persons from 18 years and older.

We adopt a holistic approach in our curriculum, comprising academic, vocational and social skills, which are important for open employment and lifelong learning. APSN seeks to enable persons with special needs to be active contributors to the society, and is committed to inspire and develop the capabilities of our partners and community to build an inclusive society.

Currently, APSN cares for more than 6,000 beneficiaries, students, trainees and alumni. We are constantly expanding our network to reach out to more beneficiaries and to understand their needs so that we are better able to support them.

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Job Coach

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Job Purpose: To provide Job Support Services to trainees and alumni. Key Responsibilities: Job Support and Coaching Conduct work readiness assessment, site assessment to identify job duties and employer analysis to achieve better job matching. Actively involve trainees and caregivers to take proactive and self-determined steps in trainees’ career aspirations and development Facilitate job search process between trainees, caregivers and employers (eg. preparation of resumes, parental consent for interviews, arrangement of job interviews, job orientation) Coach trainees at worksite to fulfil required job tasks, while incorporating social skills, communication skills, self-management skills and etiquette skills necessary at work place. Work closely with alumni to implement and review their vocational goals and complete individual behavioural plan Mentor employers at different hierarchical levels to provide natural support for trainees at worksite. Employer Engagement and Partnership Source for new employers and employment opportunities. Partnership networking Manage and maintain robust collaborative relationship with database of existing employers. Function as the main point of contact and service for assigned core / strategic employers. Assess needs of new and existing employers, and deliver user-friendly induction and education sessions to employers. Obtain feedback from employers on education and support provided. Assist new and existing employers to access resources available to employers of PWDs. Work closely with employers at different hierarchical levels to promote harmonious industrial relations, resolve worker-centric issues including grievance handling, conflict resolution, negotiation of terms and conditions of employment, and develop policies and procedures involving employment for trainees. Assist in conducting employer survey annually for areas of improvement for training and coaching purposes. Provide consultation to stakeholders (trainees, caregivers, CFA instructors, etc.) to help them gain a better understanding of different employers’ needs and expectations. Work as a team with Allied Professionals such as Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, and Social Worker to mediate and manage expectations of employers and caregivers to meet the needs of trainees at work. Administration & Others Submit monthly reports to RO Write articles for APSN newsletter Update monthly reports pertaining to employer database, trainee employment records and waitlists. Conduct case management meetings Submit weekly and monthly logs to RO Perform any other duties as and when assigned by RO Job Requirements: Degree or Diploma in any discipline with minimum 2 years of experience in relevant industries. Possess minimum 2 years of relevant work experience. Possess experience working with persons with mild intellectual disabilities (MID). Patient, team player and able to co-create new content tailored for students/trainees with MID. Passionate, well organised, meticulous & independent Able to communicate with students, trainees, caregivers and associates of different culture/ backgrounds, preferably conversant in major local dialects (in order to provide consultation to local dialects speaking stakeholders (trainees, caregivers, instructors, etc.) to help them gain a better understanding of different employers’ needs and expectations.)

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Programme Executive (Student Care Centre)

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Job Responsibilities: Support the activities of special needs students and/or child in the Centre. Support and supervise the student's activities in the Centre and engage them actively during the SCC operating hours. Assist to upkeep and maintain the SCC facility. Support and work with the Centre Supervisor for the smooth operations of the Centre Assist the Supervisor and management in meeting the student enrolment targets and profit goals. Support and help the children in their SPED academic, social, personal hygiene, music, art and motor skills to promote the students’ physical, mental and social development. Assist and work with the Supervisor to upkeep and maintain the facility. Conduct weekly inspection on the premise and ensure that that it is compliance with existing APSN/regulatory (MSF) requirements Assist and recommend instructional materials and teaching aids needed to facilitate the teaching of our students Ensure that food are administer to the students in accordance to proper food handling and hygiene practice in accordance to HACCP requirements. Work with the Centre Supervisor and ensure the safety and well-being of each individual child. Observe children to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and to evaluate progress. Maintain an appropriate atmosphere of safety, learning, and fun. Assist the Centre Supervisor on student enrolment, expense, manpower, operations and etc. Engage the children under the Centre care and perform classroom-teaching duties in accordance to the curriculum developed by APSN Supervise the student’s activities in the Centre and engage them actively. Work with the Centre Supervisor and reporting to school leaders on SCC matters, according to the requirements of Ministry of Education. Work with parents/teaching staff regarding student behavioral or learning problems, and recommends methods of modifying inappropriate behaviour and encouraging learning experiences. Job Requirements Min Diploma with 1-3 years of relevant working experience in the social service sector. Entry level candidates are welcome to apply. Preferably candidate with Diploma in community and social services (or any other equivalent or higher certification) Applicants with WSQ certification is of an added advantage (WSQ Introductory Student Care Centre) Certification in First Aid (CPR & AED) and WSQ Basic Food Hygiene is of an added advantage Good communication and interpersonal skills. An innovative team player that is dynamic, self-motivated, pro-active, and mature

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Teacher (Special Education)

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Job Purpose: Responsible for planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualized educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings in consultation with other school personnel. Job Responsibilities: Implement and monitor effective teaching & learning pedagogies, intervention strategies for students with Special Education Needs (SEN) Design and implement valid and reliable modes of assessment to evaluate students’ progress and development. Identify and design support structures to students with SEN Work with school leaders and management team to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents/caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students Responsible for designing, assessing and reviewing student-centric lessons with engaging approaches to accommodate individual learning styles Advocate to Heads of Department appropriate instructional learning resources to value add to students’ learning Review and reinforce learning activities using lesson plans and teaching strategies to help students to master concepts and skills Implement the use of information technology in lesson preparation and teaching to engage learners Research and keep abreast of up-to-date subject knowledge and design teaching resources in professional learning teams Supervise students and manage pupil behaviours in the classroom and on school premises to inculcate school values and enforce discipline Document concerns of students to facilitate problem solving with parents and professional support staff Conduct Parent-Teacher Conferencing to discuss students’ strengths, weaknesses and identify areas of focus to support IEP goals and transition Provide information to parents for home-school communications to support students’ progress Make home visits for students with high support needs and craft intervention strategies to meet student social and emotional needs Establish work plan priorities to meet school strategic thrusts Actively involved in staff meetings, co-curricular activities, educational conferences, and school programs. Participate in parents' evenings and school-wide training events to promote home-school partnership. Participate in organizing school events, including sporting events, learning journey and other excursions like camping trips and educational tours Job Requirements: Diploma/ Degree from recognised Institutions with GCE ‘O’ level credits in English and Mathematics Prior experience with Students with Mid Intellectual Disabilities (MID) is preferred Specific subject knowledge, knowledge in special needs education and behaviour modification, Microsoft office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word) Interpersonal skills, classroom management skills, takes Initiative, effective communication Strong in verbal and written English Prior experience handling Numeracy/ Literacy, WPLN, Science, HSR, SEL/ CCE and Vocational Guidance is an added advantage.

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Teacher Aide

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The Teacher Aide will be assisting our APSN teachers in planning, developing, delivering and evaluating appropriate individualised educational services, learning programmes and instructions for special needs students in both self-contained and integrated settings. Key Responsibilities Assist teachers in managing students in classrooms and community-based activities Monitor and record the progress of students Liaise and network with other professionals, parents and care-givers to meet the pastoral and cognitive needs of students Supervise and assist individual or small groups of students in activities/educational tasks set by teachers Assist teachers in preparation of instructional materials and/or classroom environment for lessons Provide support for students with Mild Intellectual Disability (MID), Autism and other developmental disabilities. Priority is to support these students in developing skills to enhance personal care and independence, and support daily lessons/activities in and beyond the classroom (including student profiling) Work with functional committees to plan and implement school-wide educational and recreational programmes Collaborate and consult with allied professionals, parents, caregivers and external agencies to ensure quality support and well-being of students Requirements Minimum GCE A-Level, Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent Good time management, problem solving and decision making skills Effective oral and written communication skills Effective classroom and student behaviour management skills Prior experience in diagnosing and assessing learning disorders Prior experience teaching persons with MID Working knowledge of educational technology applications Knowledge of current special education practices and methodologies

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Vocational Instructor

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Job Responsibilities: Train, coach and assess students (in collaboration with other Instructors, Teachers and APs) in school and on-site to meet industrial standards and requirements of work places incorporating Work-readiness Skills and Work Habits – hard and soft skills. Develop training packages (lesson plan, assignments, and presentation slides with resources, assessment plans and trainer guide) for each vocational area based on competency standards of the Skills Future framework. Monitor students’ performance using CATs (Continuous Assessment Tools) and SWPs (Standard Work Performance) Plan and perform situational and ecological assessments prior to work experience and job attachment. Accompany students for selection, interview and job orientation. Provide on-site training/supervision as and when needed. Establish and maintain employers’ database and archive/safe keep all documents and correspondences. Align the vocational curriculum to WSQ Framework and develop a responsive vocational curriculum, incorporating sensory integration, home-school-partnership to meet the diverse needs of students and the requirements of industrial standards. Facilitate and support the implementation, review of the vocational education curriculum to enable students to achieve competencies in both hard and soft skills. Ensure and maintain readiness of quality teaching resources and to provide quality vocational training. build and maintain a functional network between school and industrial partners to ensure provision of up-to-date industrial training. partner the HOD, other instructors and teachers in the development and implementation of an innovative and inclusive vocational education programme. Job Requirements: Minimum Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of relevant working experience in F&B/ Horticulture/ Hospitality/ Retail Operations, etc.. Possess good problem solving skills to identify issues and create action plans. Able to communicate with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and meeting deadlines and schedules Able to work under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods Good People management skills - leading, guiding, and/or coordinating with others Experience working with chronic conditions such as Special Needs and/or Mental Illness.

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Vocational Trainer (Horticulture)

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Job Purpose: To align the vocational curriculum to WSQ Framework to eventually develop a responsive and unique vocational curriculum, incorporating sensory integration, home-school-partnership to truly meet the diverse needs of DSS students including achieving WSQ certifications and to meet the requirements of course accreditation by WDA. Key Responsibilities: Curriculum and instructional excellence Plan engaging and well-paced lessons taking account of the diverse learner profiles of students Deliver lessons using evidence-based pedagogy and meaningful activities, to meet the educational needs of individual students Implement appropriate modes of assessment to monitor student progress by providing accurate feedback , and implementing suitable instructional supports to close gaps Plan and deliver comprehensive vocational educational programmes (On-Site Training) to develop students’ work-related skills Holistic student development Build a strong relationship with students by demonstrating care, concern and encouragement Design and implement positive, robust classroom routines and practices to create and maintain a safe and conducive learning environment as well as foster student development and well-being Implement techniques and behaviour plans to manage students with complex and challenging behaviours Professional development Proactively engage in professional development for knowledge and skills development Participate in professional learning teams to foster collaborative learning between staff members Organisation management and development Manage daily administrative tasks (e.g. track attendance, collect forms, update families/caregivers.) Perform Department Quality Assurance Management (QAM) tasks Job Requirements: Degree/ Diploma/ Higher NITEC in Horticulture and/ or Landscaping domains Experience in teaching/ special needs education would be an advantage Technical Skills Specific- Student Development/Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Behavioural Skills - Interpersonal, Classroom Management, Takes Initiative, Effective Communication Language Skills-Strong in spoken and written English