Special Needs Trainer Profile
Our Specialised Trainers
At A Kind Place, our specialised trainers are passionate, experienced, and deeply committed to supporting individuals with special needs. Each trainer brings a unique blend of professional expertise, patience, and understanding, creating a safe and engaging environment where every learner can grow at their own pace. With backgrounds in psychology, special education, and therapy, our team is trained to deliver personalised support that nurtures confidence, independence, and emotional well-being.
Farah Shida
Focus
Autism, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities, Learning disabilities, and other disabilities
Approach
Experiential & Gamified Teaching (combining creativity with evidence-based practices), Empathy-Driven, Strength-Based Mindset, Person-Centred, Partnering Closely with Parents and Caregivers
Languages
English, Bahasa Melayu
Kwang Yong
Focus
Autism, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities, and Learning disabilities
Professional Memberships
Member of Singapore Association for Counselling (SAC)
Languages
English
Melissa
Jannah
Nur Sofiawati
Sze Jin
Registered Psychologist
Education and Certification
Master's in Clinical Psychology
Past Experiences
Worked with MINDS, THK Pan-Disability Centre and startups serving special needs
Provided counselling services for both neurotypical and differently-abled clientsLanguages
English, Mandarin
With over 10 years in working in the special needs and mental health field, my approach consists of a human-first approach.
My approach consists of understanding the needs of my clients, and using mindfulness, compassion, and cognitive-behavioural approaches to work on improving the mental health and lives of those I work with.
Working with people who are differently abled drives me because I believe in serving the underserved and those who aren’t seen enough in society.
Celine Khin
Education and Certification
Master's in Education
Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Farah Shida
Special Needs Trainer
Education and Certification
Master's in Special Education
Past Experiences
Special Education Teacher at Rainbow Centre Yishun Park School
Collaborated with Allied Health Professionals to design Individualised Education Plans (IEPs)Languages
English, Malay
With over a decade of experience supporting diverse learners with special needs, I am passionate about creating environments where individuals can thrive. Using experiential learning and gamification, I design lessons that are both effective and joyful, sparking curiosity, building confidence, and nurturing a sense of accomplishment.
This work is more than a profession—it’s a calling. I am dedicated to empowering individuals with special needs to embrace their strengths and achieve personal goals. By collaborating with families, caregivers, and the community, I strive to make a meaningful, lasting impact on their well-being and quality of life.
Kwang Yong
Special Needs Trainer
Education and Certification
Postgraduate Diploma (Counselling Psychology)
Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP)Past Experiences
Worked with Habitat for Humanity, CampVision and YMCA's FACES
Languages
English, Mandarin
I originally studied Engineering, after which I spent a few decades in the financial sector. During the Covid pandemic, I made the decision to part ways with corporate life and started my journey in the helping profession. Today, I work and interact with both clients and their caregivers to bring greater meaning and fulfilment to their lives. For me it is about wanting to make a difference, having patience, and getting fulfilment from the journey. Besides pursuing special needs training, I am also a mental health counsellor working with both neurotypical and special needs clients.
Joyce Ho
Special Needs Trainer
Education and Certification
Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling
Past Experiences
Conducted support groups for caregivers of children with special needs
Developed and delivered training programmes designed for adults with special needsLanguages
English, Basic Mandarin
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Darrvin G. Naidu
Education and Certification
Bachelor's in Psychological Science
Past Experiences
Designed and created teaching materials with Thye Hua Kwan Early Childhood Intervention Centre (THKEIPIC)
Languages
English, Tamil (Conversational), Tagalog (Conversational)
With five years of experience in special needs education, I create inclusive, evidence-based curricula tailored to neurodivergent learners. My approach promotes emotional regulation, social skills, self-awareness, and independence, fostering confidence and growth. Having worked with organizations like THKMS EIPIC Centres, MINDS, APSN, and Saint Andrew Autism Centre, I bring adaptability and a deep understanding of diverse needs. By collaborating with caregivers, I ensure holistic support that aligns with each learner’s goals. Driven by compassion and practical strategies, I strive to make a positive impact on individuals and their families, empowering them to thrive.
Belinda Yap
Education and Certification
Special Needs Teacher
Past Experiences
Worked in Special Needs Sector and Centres
K. Parimala
Education and Certification
Diploma in Special Education
Past Experiences
10+ years working with Association for People with Special Needs (APSN)
Developed Individual Education Programs (IEP)
Support school programs at Spectra Secondary School and Qihua Primary SchoolLanguages
English, Tamil
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Raymond Tang
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Perusal Kanakambal
Education and Certification
Diploma in Learning Disorder Management and Child Psychology
Past Experiences
Certified trainer for individuals with intellectual disability
14 years experience working with special needsLanguages
English
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Melissa Tan
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Jannah
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Belinda Teo
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Elias
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Clare
Education and Certification
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Past Experiences
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Languages
English
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Our Special Needs Trainers in Singapore
Our special needs team brings extensive experience working with individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities across diverse settings, including intervention centers, schools, and social service agencies based in Singapore.
The minimum qualifications are either a diploma in special needs or graduate diploma in counselling or psychology, allowing them to have a better understanding on human behaviour.
This background equips our trainers with the skills and understanding to provide effective and empathetic support tailored to each individual.
While we follow a standardised curriculum designed to achieve key learning outcomes, our programmes are flexible and adaptable to meet each individual’s unique needs.
Each class is split according to the levels of the learners to ensure the curriculum meets their learning needs.
Our trainers also build personalised profiles of each learner and conduct pre-assessments to determine the amount of customisation required for each lesson.
You may choose which class you wish to join, depending on the availability of slots.
We are always on the look out for volunteers and ad hoc trainers.
You may send your enquiries to hello@akindplace.co.
Depending on each class, we have trainers who are fluent in Mandarin, Tamil, and Bahasa Melayu.
However, classes will be conducted mainly in English.
You may do so. The price of 1-1 classes are $150/hour.
Please drop us a message on WhatsApp to enquire.