Early Intervention Educator

Key Responsibilities:

• Identification, Screening and Case Presentation
• Collaborate with preschool educators to identify children with developmental and learning needs
• Perform screenings and assessments to evaluate children's strengths and developmental milestones
• Formulate cases by compiling case notes and recommending appropriate intervention packages
• Present screening results to the DSLS multi-disciplinary team
• Intervention Support
• Conduct baseline and follow-up assessments for Learning Support packages
• Create individualized education plans, develop suitable teaching materials, compile end-of-intervention reports, and conduct post-screening assessments for children
• Deliver interventions and evaluate support tailored to the children's diverse needs and required intensity for each package
• Prepare comprehensive end-of-intervention reports
• Work alongside Early Childhood educators to implement effective teaching and classroom management strategies to enhance children's engagement
• Coordinate class activities with Early Childhood educators to reinforce strategies in the classroom environment
• Monitor children's learning progress, set goals, and track family outcomes in partnership with Early Childhood educators
• Collaboration with families and stakeholders
• Engage with families and caregivers to improve children's learning outcomes
• Partner with KKH-DCD (DSLS Consultancy Team) and other DSLS stakeholders to support the child and their family/caregivers
• Assist ICO in their role within the center
• Uplift professional practice
• Engage in professional development and activities aimed at enhancing service quality
• Provide direct modeling/training or participate in DSLS team training programs for parents and teachers to equip them with effective strategies
• Review the performance of junior staff and mentor them in reflective practices
• Develop outreach initiatives to promote early intervention
• Cross support one another when the need arises:
• Collaborate and offer assistance to colleagues on various tasks and projects as needed
• Provide support to fellow team members during busy periods or in their absence
• Perform any other tasks assigned by Management:
• Take on additional responsibilities or projects as directed by the management team
• Contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the organization

Job Holder Requirements and Qualifications:

• Qualification: Recognized Diploma in Early Childhood Education/Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs). Preference for an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood or a Degree in Early Childhood or a Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Learning Support (SDELS)
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in early childhood education or EIPIC, SPED

Other Knowledge / Skills / Attributes:

• Demonstrated interest in mainstream inclusion and the application of early intervention strategies
• Training in SPED or early intervention methodologies is a valuable asset
• Passionate about teaching preschool children in various contexts to foster and enhance their learning interest
• Exhibit leadership qualities in guiding a team of Learning Support Educators
• Effective communicator with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proactive, able to work independently while also being an effective team player
• Highly organized and methodical in work approach
• Capable of addressing six core developmental areas (Behaviour, Language, Literacy, Social Skills, Motor Skills, and Training)