We have an immediate opening for the following position:
Learning Support Educator
The Learning Support Educator provides face-to-face learning support sessions to students with hearing loss who are attending mainstream schools from primary to secondary level in the areas of English, Mathematics and cognitive skills.
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Learning Support related duties
• Provide face-to-face learning support sessions to students.
• Assess and identify educational/developmental needs of student with hearing loss,
• Review with the team the current assessment tools or purchase research-based academic resources / assessment tools.
• Educate students on self-advocacy skills.
• Develop, implement and review appropriate intervention plans in line with the student’s individual education plan and monitor progress.
• Liaise and work with teachers, parents and other stakeholders involved through school visits, meetings, reviews etc.
• Plan and conduct workshops/activities during school holidays
2. Operational duties
• Work with Learning Support Educators in strategising and meeting KPIs.
• Conduct review of Learning Support SOP and analyse processes for improvements.
• Plan and conduct outreach to stakeholders, including schools to increase awareness of the ISS programme.
• Conduct review on assessment tools and make necessary recommendations.
• Work with the ISS team on audit processes.
• Maintain proper records and documentation for programme reporting and audit purposes.
• Attend and write minutes of meetings.
• Perform any other operational functions required by the supervisors.
• Ensure services and programmes are delivered in a professional and ethnical manner and recommend changes to meet current needs.
• Work collaboratively with a multi professional team.
3. Professional Skills Development
• Work with the learning support team to ensure professional competency by keeping current with latest skills and training courses, subject to approval by the immediate supervisor.
• Attend Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) classes beyond Level 1.
4. Requirements
• Minimum Diploma from Polytechnics/Universities with GCE ‘O’ level credits in English and Mathematics
• Candidates with the following will be an added advantage:
• Recognised teaching qualifications or equivalent in Diploma in Special Education
• Special Education Teachers/Special Education Needs Officers with at least 2 years of experience
• Prior experience with children/youth with hearing loss or learning difficulties
• Competence in managing student behaviour and delivering classroom lessons to students age 7 and above
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, patience, good communications skills
• Strong command of English (written and spoken)
• Selected candidates must:
– Apply for the Instructor Registration Scheme (IRS) with MOE
– Attend SgSL classes and use SgSL when communicating with clients
• Comprehensive Training will be provided
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Closing date: 29 Nov 2024
Application link:
Assistant Director of Community Integration Support Services (CISS)
Roles & Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of CISS is responsible for leading and managing a core department dedicated to enhancing the lives of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through the provision of comprehensive support services. The Assistant Director of CISS is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of the Community Integration Support Services (CISS) department, comprising Community Services (CS), Itinerant Support Services (ISS), and Hearing Care Centre (HCC). This role requires key attributes in programme management, grant management, leadership, financial budgeting and management, new projects, risk management, compliance and strategic planning to ensure the effective delivery of the services rendered by SADeaf.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:
Implement a comprehensive CISS strategic plan aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision, and values. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the department.
Operational Management:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of CISS, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Develop and manage the CISS budget, allocating resources optimally to achieve programme goals. Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure programme effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with relevant authority regulation, and policy requirements.
Team Leadership:
Build, develop and lead the CISS team through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship. Developing staff expertise in Deaf and hard-of-hearing cultural competency. Create a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters employee engagement and satisfaction. Provide regular performance feedback and coaching to support employee growth and development.
Programme Implementation:
Oversee the implementation and evaluation of CISS programmes and services to meet the evolving needs of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Collaborate with external stakeholders and Deaf community to identify service gaps and develop solutions to programmes. Ensure programmes are aligned with best practices in the field. Monitor programme outcomes and make necessary adjustments to improve effectiveness.
Stakeholder Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, government agencies, community organisations, corporate companies and other stakeholders. Represent CISS at relevant meetings, and community events. Collaborate with external organisations to leverage resources and expand service delivery.
Risk Management:
Establish, implement and review risk management processes in events and programme management including the area of service to clients such as violence, self-harm and suicide. Perform regular risk assessments to identify potential shortfalls to CISS operations and develop mitigation strategies.
Data Management and Reporting:
Design and oversee the collation, analysis, and reporting of programme data such as client demographics and programme utilisation to the Community Services Committee for decision-making. Prepare periodic and ad hoc management reports on programme performance, outcomes, and impact to the clients served. Utilise data to identify trends, measure programme effectiveness, and allocate resources efficiently.
Requirements:
Description of CISS programme in Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf)
CS: This section serves clients with hearing loss from birth till old age in all areas including early intervention (for children needing sign language to communicate), education, employment, financial assistance and the elderly.
ISS: This section serves students with hearing loss from pre-primary, to primary and to secondary schools, including the institution of higher learning. Students with hearing loss are supported for case management, learning support and speech and language therapy.
HCC: The SADeaf Hearing Care Centre provides free hearing tests to members, sale of assistive devices and support for financial assistance for needy clients.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Closing date: 13 Nov 2024
Deaf Sign Language Interpreter (Full time basis) (Recruitment temporarily on hold)
The Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) is seeking a Deaf Sign Language Interpreter to join our team on a full-time basis. If you are Deaf or hard of hearing, have a clear signing style, thrive in dynamic working environments, and enjoy working with people, this position is for you.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
To succeed in this role, you should:
If interested, please send your CV and a video recording of you signing, or selected samples of your relevant past work to Hanna at hanna@sadeaf.org.sg
Event Intern (Fundraising and Community Partnership)
Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for a conscientious & dynamic individual to join our high-performing team. We offer a warm, friendly and family-like working environment, fostering a supportive & nurturing atmosphere where every team member is valued. We operate on a basis of mutual respect, acknowledging and appreciating each team member’s unique strengths and contributions.
Training, coaching and supervision will be provided, to ensure a fruitful and substantial learning experience.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Remuneration:
Monthly Allowance : $800 – $1000 [depending on level of knowledge, skill & experience]
Part-time work arrangement can also be considered.
Only Singaporeans need apply.
Closing date: 4 Apr 2024
To apply here: https://www.mycareersfuture.gov.sg/job/admin/intern-singapore-association-deaf-77d9a40a865b8802b0634c35c9544cc5
Sign Language Interpreter (Ad hoc positions)
We are looking for passionate individuals to join us as Sign Language Interpreters.
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity for learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people. You must be tech-savvy, be up to date on technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch.
You have to be adaptable in working in a variety of settings, such as in classrooms, meetings, recordings, or in front of a camera for broadcasts; and be able to understand speakers with varying accents and speech patterns. You must also be open and willing to work outside of typical office hours, such as on weekends and public holidays, if necessary.
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Interested applicants, please write in to terp-service@sadeaf.org.sg
Notetaker (Ad hoc positions)
Read more and apply for an adhoc community notetaker position here: https://sadeaf.org.sg/community-notetakers/
You will carry out the work of meaning-for-meaning transcription of real-time speech for clients. As this role centers around typing and listening, you must be able to touch-type at high speeds and sustain it for long periods of time. A good starting point is 80 words per minute (WPM). You can test your typing speed at https://www.typingtest.com/
To thrive in this role, you must possess a high propensity to learning, swiftly synthesize novel information, be open to travelling, and be comfortable working with people all day (and sometimes in the nights). You must be tech-savvy, stay updated with technological and cultural trends, and be able to maintain focus for hours at a stretch. You should also be ready to adapt to and understand speakers of varying accents and speech patterns.
Find out more about the job via this article “When taking notes is serious business.“
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Interested applicants, please head over to https://sadeaf.org.sg/community-notetakers/
Resource Teacher
The Resource Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream secondary school.
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Specialised Teacher
The Specialised Teacher supports students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school.
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Educational Interpreter
An Educational Interpreter (EI) provides communication access to students with hearing loss (HL) in the designated mainstream primary school. This includes supporting the mainstream teachers in interpreting classroom instruction for non-core subjects such as art and music, as well as customised learning programmes.
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