Arika Lim
Year 4 Sociology Student
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About
I am a third year Sociology student, pursuing a Minor in Special Needs
Education. Open minded in learning and passionate about serving those in need, I hope to cultivate a moreinclusive and compassionate environment through my job in the social service sector.
Experience
Assistant Educational Therapist @ Olive Tree Development
Centre
[Oct - Dec 2021]
Facilitated allied therapists in teaching children with developmental needs during educational, speech, occupational therapy sessions and play.
Student Research Assistant @ NIE
[February 2022- May 2022]
Transcribed interviews for data collection on research focusing on transitionary frameworks from preschool to SPED/primary schools under the National Institute of Education.
Job Coach @ Trampolene Limited
[May 2022-July 2022]
- Led employment training for young adults with special needs.
- Led exercise and team bonding sessions for Project Valour and Project Doors,
to train employment skills.
- Trained young adults in progressing and improving in their vocations at their job sites.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND VOLUNTEERING
MightyKids, Families & Community [Academic Tutor]
[2021]
Volunteered as an academic tutor to provide weekly academic support and guidance to underprivileged children and their families.
Education
St Andrews’ Junior College
[2018-2019]
● A-level certification
● Secretary of Girls Hockey Team
● Public Relations Officer of Hockey Team
● Class Service-Learning Representative
● Orientation Group Leader
Nanyang Technological University
[2020-2024]
Modules taken
● AED28D: Basic Counselling Skills for Teachers in Initial Training
Programs
● AED06B: Disabilities and Disorders
● AED06C: Teaching Strategies for Inclusive Education
● AED06D: Assessments of Special Needs
