Head of Department (SPED School - AWWA School @Bedok)

Primary Objective of Position

Work to achieve AWWA school vision of empowering students to thrive in the community

Job Responsibilities

Curriculum and Instructional Excellence

• Lead in the development of the vision, educational goals and priorities to guide curriculum for assigned domain/level/track
• Lead the planning implementation and evaluation of school-based curriculum or programmes for the assigned domain/level/track
• Customise curriculum, pedagogy and assessment methods to enhance students’ learning experiences for assigned domain/level/track
• Lead the implementation of a framework for monitoring and evaluating instructional programmes, classroom practices and student progress for assigned domain/level/track

Holistic Student Development

• Lead the integration of IEP/ITP goals into lesson planning; collaborate with families and Allied Professionals to achieve desired outcomes for all students for the assigned domain/level/track
• Develop and implement programmes to support student character development and social emotional skills for the assigned domain/level/track

Professional Development

• Develop professional development roadmaps and in-house programmes for assigned domain/level/track
• Pacilitate school professional learning teams and network learning communities in the SPED sector
• Proactively seek learning opportunities and set stretch goals to drive own professional and holistic development

Mentorship and People Development

• Provide on going feedback and mentorship to Teachers to encourage performance improvement, reflective practice and facilitate skill development
• Evaluate direct reports’ (Teachers) progress and performance, and provide coaching/mentoring

Projects, Pogrammes and Initiatives

• Lead cross-functional teams to plan and implement school or organisation-wide programmes/initiatives/events

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and develop partnerships with stakeholders (e.g. families/caregivers, community or mainstream partners, allied professionals) to achieve desired outcomes
• Lead the development of communication materials for families/caregivers, community or commercial partners, etc. for relevant programmes/initiatives

Organisational Management and Development

• Foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, collaboration and innovation in assigned domain/level/track
• Lead the formulation, implementation and evaluation of work plans and initiatives related to assigned domain/level/track to ensure alignment with the school’s vision and priorities
• Plan and manage allocated budget and resources for the assigned domain/level/track

Other Expectations

• Support the development and implementation of induction programmes for new staff
• Support the selection and assessment of Senior/Teacher Assistants and Teachers
• Participate in organisation-wide programmes and initiatives
• Undertake any other relevant duties as and when assigned by the Principal, AWWA CEO or School Management Committee

Job Specifications

Minimum Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree (preferably in Special Education)

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant working experience with at least 2 years in a Senior Teacher position
• Experience working with persons with disabilities is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Be an exemplary and holistic social leader who is insightful and courageous
• Lead the organisation and its members through effective management and leadership practices aligned with MISSION Framework and Serving Leadership Principles