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 for the application for the position of Vocational Trainer (Horticulture)
- 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
- Working location: Choa Chu Kang
