WESHINE · EARLY INTERVENTION & EDUCATION
Applications openSpecial Needs Educator
Support children’s learning, independence and participation through individualised teaching.
Join WeShine’s Early Intervention team to support children with developmental delays and special educational needs. You will plan and deliver structured, nurturing learning experiences that build communication, play, social participation, independence and daily living skills. This role suits an educator who is compassionate, creative and committed to working closely with families and the multidisciplinary team.
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THE WORK
Key responsibilities
Teaching & early intervention
- Deliver individual and group early intervention sessions.
- Create lesson plans and activities tailored to each child’s learning goals and developmental needs.
- Support communication, cognition, play, social interaction, motor participation, behaviour and self-help skills.
- Use appropriate, evidence-informed teaching strategies to encourage engagement and learning.
Individual plans & progress monitoring
- Contribute to and update Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) with the team.
- Monitor progress using observations and suitable educational tools within your training and role.
- Maintain accurate session notes and prepare progress updates for parents and team discussions.
- Adapt activities and learning goals in response to progress and changing needs.
Teamwork & coordinated support
- Work with speech-language therapists, occupational therapists and psychologists to support consistent intervention.
- Participate in meetings, case discussions and training.
- Contribute to centre programmes, events and parent engagement activities.
Family communication
- Provide clear, respectful feedback to parents about their child’s progress.
- Share practical home strategies to help children use skills in different settings.
- Communicate with empathy and respect for each family’s circumstances.
Positive behaviour & learning environment
- Implement positive behaviour support strategies agreed with the team.
- Maintain a safe, structured and supportive classroom.
- Prepare engaging teaching materials and adapt the environment to children’s learning needs.
THE SKILLS
Requirements
- A Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Special Education or a related field.
- A strong interest in supporting children with special needs.
- Good written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Patience, empathy, adaptability and a responsible approach to safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Creativity in preparing engaging learning activities and materials.
Relevant experience & added advantages
- Experience in early intervention or special needs education.
- Familiarity with developmental frameworks, individualised teaching and strategies for children with sensory needs, used in collaboration with therapists.
- Experience creating visual supports and adapted lesson materials.
- Proficiency in Mandarin.
WORKING WITH US
What we offer
- Training and supervision from experienced clinicians.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Meaningful work that contributes to children’s development and families’ everyday lives.
Get to know WeShine.
Learn about the child development programmes and learning environment you could contribute to.
How to apply
Email your CV and cover letter to info@wecare.my. State Special Needs Educator as the position you are applying for.
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