Speech & Language Therapist

Posted on 29 November 2024

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Speech & Language Therapist to join our growing team working alongside our existing Speech & Language Therapist with learners from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The successful candidate will be part of our wider team developing inclusive provision and therapies and have a passion for inclusion and supporting all students to meet their individual potential.

Position requirements:

• Experience working with children of all ages is required. As part of the Therapy team, you will work from Kindergarten to G12 and support students with wide-ranging needs and abilities.
• Experience in an International School setting is preferred.
• Be able to screen, assess and formulate individual plans to support children with a range of social communication, language and literacy needs.
• Conduct individualised and small group speech & language intervention for students within the School setting; as directed by the Head of Inclusive Education & Therapy.
• Deliver training and consultation for teachers and parents.
• Be able to refer families to external and alternative services where necessary.
• The role requires excellent communication skills, time management and adaptability. You should be well organised and take an interest in service development.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team and participate in the wider school community is essential.
• Experience supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners is preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of IT.
• Good references on request.

Qualifications:

• A minimum Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3-5 years post qualification experience in a comparable setting.
• Full registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC).

How to Apply

We welcome CVs and expressions of interest to teach our courses.

All applications or expressions of interest must include:

• A covering letter stating which position you are applying for and a brief statement of your educational philosophy and experiences.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes:
• Personal details (full name, citizenship, DOB, health, family)
• Recent photograph
• A copy of your university degree(s)
• A copy of your teacher registration (or equivalent)
• A recent verification letter from your university
• Teaching experience (indicating school name, dates, part or full time, subject(s) taught, grade level and/or ages taught)
• Personal sports, hobbies and interests
• Sports, clubs, teams or other activities that you can offer to our students
• Recent written references, plus referee email and phone contact details

Suitably qualified local applicants are also welcomed.

It is expected that all teachers will be involved in the rich extra-curricular life of our school.

All documents should be sent to:

Ms. Irene Wong
Chief Executive
81 Pasir Ris Heights, Singapore 519292
chief_executive@ofs.edu.sg