- Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
- 19 Years of professional experience in supporting students with both Special Needs as well as Mental Health and behavioral Challenges.
- 17 Years of management experiences and competency in mentoring, leading, steering and planning both within school communities and external organizations.
- Passionate and detailed in ensuring students holistic development is met adequately by approaching student’s case with customized support as well as strategically taking into account of their future developments and career directions.
- Deeply pastoral in coaching and advocating for students ensuring there is a holistic approach to ensure wellbeing and excellence.
- Skilled in deciphering problems in classroom and learning environment taking perspective from a multi-dimensional view so as to come up with the best solution for all parties involved.
- Possess strong leadership and mentoring skills to motivate and enable students, clients. Systemic as well as dynamic in achieving at the highest standard of quality in work as well as in line with organizational goals.
- Willing to go beyond the call of duty to ensure standards and professionalism of the organization are held.
- Created and sustained exemplary support system, by coaching and improving teacher knowledge and efficiencies both at school and national level through workshops and sharing sessions.
- Excellent in administrative matters and developer of systems in organization that would both meet the needs as well as enhance effectiveness, established the first ever-online Database system to enable all school staff to access comprehensive information on Students with Special Needs any time, anywhere,
- Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
- Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
- Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Hi, I’m
Vikneswaran Krishnan Murthi
Singapore
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
United World College South East Asia (East Campus)
Head of Learning Support (High School)
01.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Lead department duties and initiate development along the changes in the school landscape and environment.
- Support for Students with Learning and Physical Difficulties i.e. Students with Dyslexia, Autism and other students with conditions.
- Provision of withdrawal support, specialized remediation, and implementation of Individual Education Plans as deemed necessary.
- Provision of in-class support where students with special needs require as necessary to ensure appropriate learning is taking place with no concerns.
- Consultation to teachers and parents to facilitate better understanding of the students’ needs and how to support them.
- Consultation to teachers and parents on environmental and academic adjustments to facilitate learning properly.
- Working together with a dynamic holistic team of international educators & professionals to provide, create and develop the best in our students.
- Supporting as an academic coach and spearheading the department to provide on-time quality support for students who approach us for guidance and consultation.
- Collaborating with other Heads to provide the best for all students.
- Preparation of teaching and learning resources for use with pupils (e.g. differentiated worksheets for students with dyslexia, Cue-Cards, schedules for students with Autism)
- Co-planning with the mathematics department and successfully changed perception of learners in grade 9 Mathematic curriculum.
- Course developer for Grade 9 - Science of Learning course that supports students with the necessary learning skills to thrive and excel in their academic journey.
- Provision of skills training for students with other concerns such us behavioral, emotional and slow processing concerns etc (e.g. organizational skills, managing anger, counseling etc).
- Provision of peer training and support (e.g. setting up circles of friends, classroom support, Buddy system etc).
- Provision of skills training for teachers (e.g. strategies and techniques to be adopted in the classroom and school environment)
- Provision of feedback to teachers and parents on the needs and progress of the special needs students or students receiving academic coaching.
- Screening and interviewing referral cases/ Admission cases with various disabilities assessment screening kits.
- Collaboration with external professionals/agencies supporting the special needs community and Co-ordination and contribution to case conferences within school or external agencies.
- Set up and maintenance of records on special needs students such as it is available for teachers and staff for easy identification and understanding.
- Overseeing department responsibilities that encompass the above as well initiating, collaborating and directing the department pursuits etc.
- Assistance in preparing exam accommodations for special needs students during internal/ major examinations by coordinating the arrangements between parents, school and International exam board.
- SENCO and international exam access arrangement coordinator.
- Conducting in house assessments to screen challenges in specific cognitive and abilities.
- Spokesperson for Special Needs community in the High School.
- Coordinating with the University Advising Centre to advocate, represent as well as collaborate information /support for students with Diverse Needs.
- Coordinating with School Admission Team to facilitate applications which has a a learning support profile or suspected with a challenge and determine the right support/decision etc.
- Representative for student with Diverse Needs when necessary in external events and matters.
- Working together with various management levels to provide fast and effective service to students and parents needs and enquiry
- Sharing via professional development or other platforms on Special Needs practices and initiatives etc.
- Created an alternative online access data information process for the High School to get up to date access arrangement information on students with diverse needs.
- Consistently upgrading professionally to match the changing dynamics of the school and demands i.e. UDL training, MTSS, Cognitive coaching, AI and tech influences etc.
- SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN SCHOOL:
- Teacher Facilitator for activities and service programs for sustainability programs - Repair Kopitiam, Tiger Watch, Tabitha etc.
- Boarding House Parent and Academic Coach
- Supportive role in school emergency exercises specifically for students with Needs and Mental Health challenges.
- CONTRIBUTORY ROLES WITHIN SCHOOL:
- Writing about inclusion/ Mental Health on school information hub : Happeo
- Deciding Panel for DEIJ committee members selection process
- Panelist for Interim Head of Campus selection
- Contributory member for the upcoming UWCSEA (Dover) campus development work
- Contributory member of UWCSEA East Design Strategic Spaces Committee
ANGLO CHINESE SCHOOL (BARKER ROAD)
Senior Allied Educator (Learning & Behavioral Support) - AED (LBS)
01.2006 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Support for Students with Learning and Physical Difficulties i.e. Students with Dyslexia, Autism and other students with conditions.
- Provision of withdrawal support, specialized remediation, and implementation of Individual Education Plans as deemed necessary.
- Provision of in-class support where students with special needs require as necessary to ensure appropriate learning is taking place with no concerns.
- Consultation to teachers and parents to facilitate better understanding of the students’ needs and how to support them.
- Consultation to teachers and parents on environmental and academic adjustments to facilitate learning properly.
- Set up and maintenance of special needs-friendly classroom/school environments.
- Preparation of teaching and learning resources for use with pupils (e.g. differentiated worksheets for students with dyslexia, Cue-Cards, schedules for students with Autism)
- Provision of skills training for students with other concerns such us behavioral or slow processing concerns etc (e.g. organizational skills, managing anger, counseling etc).
- Provision of peer training and support (e.g. setting up circles of friends, classroom support, Buddy system etc).
- Provision of skills training for teachers (e.g. strategies and techniques to be adopted in the classroom and school environment)
- Provision of feedback to teachers and parents on the needs and progress of the special needs students.
- Screening and interviewing referral cases with various disabilities assessment screening kits.
- Collaboration with external professionals/agencies supporting the special needs pupils e.g. AWWA for students with Cerebral Palsy, Autism Resource Centre for students with Autism and Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) for students with Dyslexia etc.
- Co-ordination and contribution to case conferences within school or external agencies.
- Being the transition support officer for incoming students with Special Needs from other schools i.e. engaging in conference to discuss students needs and concerns
- Set up and maintenance of records on special needs students such as it is available for teachers and staff for easy identification and understanding.
- Assistance in preparing exam accommodations for special needs students during internal/ major examinations by coordinating the arrangements between parents, school and Ministry of Education when necessary.
- Spokesperson for Special Needs community in the school and MOE.
- Representative for Student with Special Needs when necessary in external events and matters.
- Working together with various management levels to provide fast and effective service to students and parents needs and enquiry
- Sharing via Contact time or other platforms on Special Needs practices and initiatives etc.
- SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN SCHOOL:
- Contributing member to school functions and activities (e.g. Carnival, One ACS dedication service, School Camp etc)
- Country Manager role for C21 Overseas Values In Action Programs
- Exam Committee Member – Coordinating with various levels to manage exam matters, Special Arrangement requests etc.
- Invigilation duties during examinations
- CARE Team Member during Emergency Evacuation exercises etc
- Mental First Aider
- Stand in Counselor
- Support for students with Financial Difficulties i.e. as a liaison for the students to relate their concerns and translating it to appropriate officers when necessary etc.
- Contributor to School Magazine: Staff Focus & Cornerstone – Articles on Special Needs and practices to create awareness amongst staff
- Facilitator of Teachers trained in Special Needs
- Coordinator for School Motivational and Learning Assessment Inventory (SMALSI)
- School Partnership Committee Member – Liasing with various external parties to have sharing workshops for parents and teachers to have better skills and awareness towards holistic development of their children.
- EXTERNAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Transition Support Officer for students with Special Needs transiting to Junior Colleagues and Polytechnics. – Working with Pioneer JC, Republic Polytechnic etc.
- Main liaison for parents and external vendors with school related parties for Special Needs matters.
- Facilitator in organizing team for Allied Educators (Teaching and Learning) MOE Career Fair 2017
- Facilitator in organizing team for Allied Educators (Learning and Behavioral Support) Professional Development session 2017
- 2016 Chairman of South and West Secondary Allied Educators (Learning and Behavioral Support) Professional Development Team - Renewed Transition Support Proposal to enhance Transition Support in the entire academic system (primary to secondary to tertiary levels).
- Key Presenter in Milestone Training 2014 on Transition Support for Beginning AEDs (LBS)
- Facilitator of MOE Psychologist Research Interview 2014 on students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Facilitator of MOE Psychologist Research project 2013 on students with Dyslexia in Secondary School
- SPARKS Parent Support Group 2013 – Guest Speaker on school support system for students with ADHD.
- SPARKS Parent Support Group 2013 – Workshop facilitator on effective support skills for students with ADHD.
- Cluster team member for Special Needs training for AEDs (T &L), Counselors, TSNs – South Zone 3 Behavioral and Motivation Workshop conducted by MOE PSB.
- Cooperating Teacher (CT) during Practicum for five AED (LBS) trainees between 2010 – 2017.
- Mentor for six trainee AED (LBS) between 2008 – 2013.
- 2012 Chairman of South Cluster (S3) Schools Allied Educators (Learning and Behavioral Support) Professional Development Team - Spearheaded and developed a Special Needs Awareness Website for all MOE staff to get information on some of the common special needs that you encounter in their classroom.
- School Coordinator for Exam Strategies Workshop by DAS for students with Dyslexia in 2010.
- Panelist for AED (LBS) Recruitment Talk 2009.
- Panelist for Teachers trained in Special Needs training in NIE.
- Presenter on Special Needs for Delegates from MOE, MFA and Chitralada School Thailand on 19 Feb 2009.
- Camp Coordinator / Organizer for Students with Financial Difficulties
- Contributing member of MAPS team (2007-2009) – collaboration of four secondary schools in coming up with ideas, strategies and solutions to problems faced by Allied Educators (Learning and Behavioral Support) in the Secondary school environment
WHATEVER PTE LTD
Waiter, Bar- Tender
01.2006 - 01.2006
Job overview
- Catering and taking orders from Customers
- Preparing Beverages at Restaurant’s Bar
- Facilities Management: Clearing of tables, Bar Top, Book shelves etc
- Assisting Customers’ enquiries towards books and other services available
- Management of clients during workshops conducted in the company’s premises
- EXPERIENCES GAINED:
- Have learnt the importance of key play role in a team
- Have learnt to handle various types of customers and develop important interpersonal skills
- Have learnt to provide suggestions to improve service standard and quality
- Have developed holistically in the sense of taking up different responsibilities and demands
- Have learnt to liaise with both upper and lower management level
DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES PTE LTD
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
01.2002 - 01.2003
Job overview
- Assistance to Chief Technical Officer in taking readings from installation
- Assistance to Chief Technical Officer to take oil sample from installation
- Data entry and generating of results from the readings
- Maintenance of reports
- Preparing equipment prior to commencement of testing installation
- Working together with various managements to provide quality service to customers
- EXPERIENCES GAINED:
- Have learnt the importance of preventive maintenance
- Have learnt to work strategically and effectively to maximize productivity to the organization
- Have learnt to provide suggestions to improve service standard and quality
- Have learnt the importance of working together as a team to maximize customer satisfaction
- Have learnt to liaise with both upper and lower management level
Education
Nanyang Technological University
Master of Education from Special Education
12.2014
University Overview
Grade: Master’s
SIM University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
12.2010
University Overview
Grade: Bachelor’s
Autism Resource Centre
Diploma from Autism Studies
05.2010
University Overview
Grade: Credit
The Dyslexia Association of Singapore
Diploma from Dyslexia Studies
10.2007
University Overview
Grade: Credit
National Institute of Education
Diploma from Special Education
07.2007
University Overview
Grade: Credit
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Diploma from Electrical Engineering
08.2003
University Overview
Grade: Pass
Skills
- Spoken Language: English & Tamil
- Programming/Scripting Languages: C, VISUAL BASICS, AUTOCAD
- Systems: WINDOWS, MAC OS X
- Software: MSOFFICE, GOOGLE SITES
Certification
- APPLIED SUICIDE INTERVENTION SKILLS TRAINING – SUICIDE FIRST AID 2024
- DEVELOPING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING - THE 360 THINKING MODEL 2023
- ACCIDENTAL COUNSELLOR TRAINING 2023
- CPT3A LICENSE: N019148 2022
- ACCESS ARRANGEMENT COURSE 2021
- CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE IN EDUCATIONAL TESTING (CCET) 2021
- COGNITIVE COACHING 2019
- ART,TRAUMA AND THE HUMAN BRAIN 2012
- INTRODUCTION TO ART THERAPY & CREATIVE PROCESS 2012
- MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID (SINGAPORE) COURSE 2010
- UNDERSTANDING THE PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL DIAGNOSTIC PROFILE OF A CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 2010
- PROMOTING LIFE-LONG SUCCESS FOR PEOPLE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM – AN INSIDE VIEW (CONFERENCE) 2010
- PROMOTING LIFE-LONG SUCCESS FOR PEOPLE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM – AN INSIDE VIEW (WORKSHOP ON SELF ADVOCACY INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS, HIGHER EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM) 2010
- PROMOTING LIFE-LONG SUCCESS FOR PEOPLE ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM – AN INSIDE VIEW (WORKSHOP ON MUSIC, DIFFERENT APPROACHES, SENSORY ISSUES AND THE HIDDEN CURRICULUM FOR STUDENTS AND YOUTH WITH AUTISM) 2008
- BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION IN AUTISM & ASPERGER’S SYNDROME 2008
- COUNSELLING FOR DIV I – II MOE OFFICERS 2008
- SPECIALIZED TRAINING: ADHD & BEHAVIORAL DIFFICULTIES 2008
- WRITING A GOOD COMPOSITION 2007
- CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 2007
- PRACTICAL COUNSELLING (BASIC) 2007
- KNOW IT- TEACH IT: TEXT TYPES (BRITISH COUNCIL) 2007
- SIX-MONTH INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT PROGRAMME 2003
LANGUAGE SPOKEN & ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Spoken Language: English & Tamil
References
References
Name: MS. STEPHANIE HEPNER
Position : HEAD OF STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Company : UNITED WORLD COLLEGE (SOUTH EAST ASIA) SINGAPORE
Email : stephanie.hepner@uwcsea.edu.sg
Name : MR. NICK ALCHIN
Position : HEAD OF COLLEGE
Company : UNITED WORLD COLLEGE (SOUTH EAST ASIA) SINGAPORE
Email : nal@gapps.uwcsea.edu.sg
Name : DR.VICKI ROGERS
Position : DIRECTOR
Company : CHAMPION COACHING & CONSULTANT PTE LTD.
Email : dr.rogers@championmylife.com
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Co-developed and co-taught a grade 9 program on the Science of Learning that covered on learning strategies, well being and motivation.
- TED – X East – Speaker: Presented about belonging – the power and impact of belonging if done right. Stories of a student with Cerebral Palsy.
- Coordinated a student team to develop a High School self-help and strategies website for grade 9 to 12 students to get specific strategies to help in executive functions, self-management, time management.
- Conducted multiple sharing sessions/workshops for students, boarders and teachers on effective study skills, strategies.
- Developed academic coaching support structure for boarding house students with diverse needs and well-being challenges.
- Garnered in awards from partner organization such as AWWA and developed close working relationships with organizations such as Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS), Autism Resource Centre (ARC), Institute of Mental Health (IMH) etc.
- Presented and conducted workshops, keynote sessions for various audiences at different national platforms such as National Institute of Education Singapore (NIE), First Toa Payoh Secondary School, MOE Psychological and Service Branch (MOE-PSB), Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Society for the Promotion of ADHD Research and Knowledge (SPARK).
- Upgraded the internal exam access arrangement application process from hardcopy application form to online E-form to create ease for applicants as well as create long-term record and sustainability for national examinations.
- Steering and Planning Committee for the school Career Guidance events as well as support for the various initiatives to enhance career guidance in the school.
- Spearheaded Camp Opportunity (2008 to 2010) - holiday camp for students with financial difficulties to be engaged effectively where they are exposed to various experiences such as dining in the dark, dining in the flyer etc.
- Worked with MOE Psychological and Service Branch to facilitate research and projects within the school- Autism and Dyslexia research.
- Successfully led groups of students (35 and more) to overseas Community Involvement trips (CIP) in Siem Reap, Cambodia as well as Chang Mai for 4 years (2013 - 2016) and facilitated as teacher mentor for over 200 students in both secondary 1 and secondary 2 discovery camps yearly.
- Successfully facilitated the student team that won the best CIP (C21@Barker) video project for 2013.
INTERESTS & CORE CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
INTERESTS & CORE CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Indian Cultural Society – Ngee Ann Polytechnic 2000 - 2003 Electrical Engineering Department Club 2001 - 2003 Ngee Ann Poly Student Union – Freshman Camp 2002 Ngee Ann Poly Archery Club 2001 National Cadet Corps - Woodlands Secondary School 1994 – 1997 School Librarian - Woodlands Secondary School 1995 – 1997 Rugby Player - Woodlands Secondary School 1994 – 1995 Tamil Language Society - Woodlands Secondary School 1994 – 1997Timeline
Head of Learning Support (High School)
United World College South East Asia (East Campus)
01.2018 - Current
Senior Allied Educator (Learning & Behavioral Support) - AED (LBS)
ANGLO CHINESE SCHOOL (BARKER ROAD)
01.2006 - 01.2018
Waiter, Bar- Tender
WHATEVER PTE LTD
01.2006 - 01.2006
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES PTE LTD
01.2002 - 01.2003
SIM University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
Autism Resource Centre
Diploma from Autism Studies
The Dyslexia Association of Singapore
Diploma from Dyslexia Studies
National Institute of Education
Diploma from Special Education
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Diploma from Electrical Engineering
Nanyang Technological University
Master of Education from Special Education
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