Weekend Child Development Facilitator (Special Needs Intervention)

About the role

As a Weekend Child Development Facilitator, you will lead engaging, small-group intervention sessions using play-based and child-led approaches to help children build confidence in speaking, listening, and social interaction. You will work collaboratively with our team of speech therapists and senior educators, focusing on teaching and connecting with children with minimal administrative paperwork. Training and ongoing mentorship are provided—no prior specialist experience is required, just the right heart and attitude.

Key responsibilities

• Lead engaging, small-group intervention sessions using play-based and child-led approaches
• Help children build confidence in speaking, listening, and social interaction
• Work collaboratively with our team of speech therapists and senior educators
• Focus on teaching and connecting with children, with minimal administrative paperwork

About you

• Currently pursuing or has completed a degree or postgraduate degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Psychology, Linguistics, Arts, Social Science, or a related field
• Has prior teaching or tutoring experience with preschool or primary school children
• Has experience (even volunteering) working with children with special needs: whether at special needs centres, EIPIC programmes, or early intervention settings
• Warm, patient, and adaptable: able to connect with children who learn differently
• A team player who can also work independently
• Fluent in English; bilingualism in Chinese is an advantage
• Knowledge of Singapore's local education system (preferred)

About us

For over 20 years, we are a trusted name in Singapore's special needs community. Located in the heart of Orchard, we are a therapy cum enrichment centre that supports children (from toddler to secondary school) and working adults with speech, language, reading, and social skills challenges. Our centre receives regular referrals from paediatricians, psychologists, early intervention centres (EIPIC), schools, and other healthcare professionals across Singapore.

Benefits

• Meaningful work: help children take meaningful steps forward in their development
• Flexible weekend schedule: fits around your studies or other commitments
• Training and mentorship: build your expertise in special needs education
• Supportive, close-knit team: you'll be supported every step of the way
• Focus on teaching: more time with students, less administrative burden

Please send your resume with:

• Your current studies and qualifications
• Any teaching or mentoring experience
• Experience (if any) with special needs children (including volunteering)
• A short note on why you're drawn to this role