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Early Intervention
An Early Intervention Teacher works with infants and children below the age of 7 with special needs, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as physical, sensory, intellectual or multiple disabilities. As an Early Intervention Teacher, you’ll help children in need to develop and maximise their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Employ intervention strategies to improve and enhance the development of their communication, cognition, sensory-motor and social skills.
- Collect and analyse student data and other records for planning and preparation.
- Conduct assessments periodically to evaluate the needs and progress of each student.
- Close collaboration with the students' families and other professionals to help each child achieve their personalised development goals.
- Conduct lesson plans and create learning aids
Education Requirements
| To be a/an | Minimum Requirements | Recommended Programmes | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Intervention Teacher (Trained) | • Fully trained by going through the Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) or Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) (SDESN) | NIEC’s Specialist Diploma in Early Childhood Intervention (Special Needs) (SDESN) | National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC)
Refer to Early Intervention Care and Education Competency Framework |
| Early Intervention Teacher (Untrained) | • Diploma *Employers will send untrained teachers to the course to become a qualified trained teacher. | NIEC’s Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE)
| National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) |
| Early Intervention Teacher Assistant | • Local Diploma or: • Two 'A'/H2 Level passes and two 'AO'/H1 Level passes (including General Paper or KI) or: • An international Baccalaureate Diploma | Professional Conversion Programme available for Early Intervention Apprentice Teacher. |
Career Progression
Possible Workplaces
- Early Intervention Centres
- Preschool Centres
- Student Care Centres
Here's how you can get started
Career Conversion Programme
This programme equips you with the skills and knowledge to become a qualified social service professional in social work, physiotherapy, speech-language therapy, or as an Early Intervention teacher.
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Tribe Experience for Students
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Training and Development
Whether you’re in social service, a new entrant or mid-careerist, training programmes and grants are available to equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the social service sector.
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Volunteering Opportunities
Gain exposure to social service, and start acquiring the skills to work effectively with people who have different needs and abilities.
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