Call 316-0220 to register!

The Faith Academy Centre for Special Education (FACSE) is a special education school in central Trinidad, West Indies, delivering quality services to children and young adults with disabilities.

We believe every child is special and has a God-given purpose in life. At FACSE we help train each child to fulfill their purpose and become productive in today's world, regardless of their disability. 

At FACSE Your child will be taught with individual attention and professionalism in an atmosphere of Christian warmth and care.

Browse our website and with a few clicks you will find information on our services, location, contacts and how to register your child.

Contact us today to join the Faith Academy family.

My staff and I look forward to working with you in nurturing your child for a bright future.

Mrs Kerry Benny

Founder and Principal

Events Photo gallery

Here are pics of our annual and other events!

Students at fun time enjoying the newly air-conditioned building!

 Ms. Deanne and students making Kurma for the Open Day sweet box - Delicious!

Some of the skillful artwork by staff and students at Open Day

Some of the parents and families at Open Day!

 Board members, staff and volunteer at Open Day(L-R: Suresh Benny, Chairman; Pas. Clarence Nobbee, Director; Sharon Bridgemohan, Part-time teacher, Deanne Beharry, Teacher, Shernelle Gabrielle, Teacher, Patricia Nobbee, Volunteer. We still fondly remember her and could hardly believe she passed over 1 year ago in 2017)

A door prize winner! Six door prizes were given away!

Some of our students in uniform in front the Christmas tree.

This second beautiful large building on the compound is now fully available to the School for administration and classes!   

Thanksgiving Day lunch

Birthday celebration

Swim Day



Announcements

Vacancies closed

As of February 4th 2019 the positions of Teacher Assistant and Lead Teacher are no longer available. We thank every applicant for their interest in working at Faith Academy and wish all success to those who are still in the job search.

 Congratulations to the newest member of staff - Mrs. Karyn Huggins-Marquis who successfully applied for the post of Teacher Assistant. The role of Lead Teacher is being temporarily performed by management. Welcome aboard Mrs. Huggins - happy to have you with us and we wish you a successful career at FA!! 

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Easter Vacation around the corner! 

School closes Thursday 7th April 2019 and re-opens Tuesday 23rd April 2019.

To register for the new term

Call 316-0220 or email tnybenny@yahoo.com 

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Faith Academy's School building is fully air-conditioned and a brand new tiled floor.

Special thanks to our financial supporters!!

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Calenders

We've distributed most of our 2019 calenders There may a few remaining so be sure to ask a staff member at the School if you haven't yet received one.

Thanks to Linda for sponsoring it again, 3rd year in a row!

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Speech Language therapy

Our in-house licensed Speech Language Therapist Cecile Moniquette is unable to continue at the school due to her increasingly busy schedule now. Parents, you can still continue receiving services at Ms Moniquette's Piarco office.

Please call 316-0220 for more information. 

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Swimming lessons continue in the new term!

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Life-skills 

Aquaponics training farm:

 The first batch of 12 Tilapia were donated by Capildeo Bharrath who was one of our avid supporters. He passed in March 2018 and we still fondly remember him as a close friend  to the School and our Chairman, Suresh Benny  

The Aquaponics unit was co-sponsored by the Aquaponics Project Inc. of Maryland, USA

Free introductory certificate training course was held for staff and students by USA expert!

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Basic computer classes continue.

Microsoft Word, use of internet and more!

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Grow-box farming

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Call 316-0220 to register.

Field trip to Emperor Valley Zoo

Thanksgiving lunch

Faith Academy is fun!

Red Cross visit and demo.

Cookery class 

 Class at work

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Have a wonderful August vacation!

We look forward to seeing all returning and new students in Jan. 2019!

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Be sure to follow and like us on Facebook!

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School re-opens 

Monday Jan 7th 2019

Call 316-0220 to register.

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Vacancies for a Teacher Assistant and

a Lead Teacher

CLOSED

Faith Academy is a small but busy operation and we set high standards. Applicants must have a sound understanding of the needs of children with disabilities and be naturally caring and optimistic. See below for more details.
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If you think you're a good fit then please email your resume and references to tnybenny@yahoo.com copied to kerrybenny@hotmail.com. No paper applications will be accepted.

Deadline is Sunday, January 27th, 2019.

Interviews will be held at the School in Longdenville on Thursday Jan. 31st and Friday February 1st. We apologize in advance but it is likely only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged due to the expected high volume of applications.

Teacher Assistant

CLOSED
Key Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with delivery of the school curriculum to assigned class; assists in planning, arranging and participation in school activities, projects, field trips, functions and other events; performs routine care giving tasks, helping with materials and activities, receiving children, interacting with them and attending to their physical needs according to School standards; ensures the safety and well-being of children, writes reports and interacts with parents as needed.

• Assist in teaching assigned class, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom, updating and maintaining student progress records; monitoring supplies;
• Assist in planning, organizing and participation in daily activities, field trips, sporting events, community visits; 
• Perform care giving tasks to students, attending to their physical needs according to School standards. Help serve appropriate snacks/meals where applicable;
• Assist in maintaining a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio for each child assigned; 
• Assist with preparation and delivery of lessons/ teaching resources to assigned students; assist with assessments within timelines;
• Maintain a personal appearance that exemplifies the School’s faith based principles and be able to participate or lead in daily worship assembly;
• Assist with the use and maintenance of specialized equipment and facilities for vocational/life skills projects; 
• Liaise with and assist School Committees as directed by supervisor;
• Assist with initiatives to promote the School as required by supervisor;
• As assigned, ensure school buildings and compound are secured at end of each work day and perform daily clean up of facilities; 
• Prepare written reports as needed; 
• Perform any other related duties as may be required.

Minimum qualifications and experience 
A certificate in special education and at least one (1) year teaching experience in special education or related field. Care giving experience in a pre-school or day care centre will be an asset. At least two references are required, one of which must be from your home church.

Lead Teacher
Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and delivers the school curriculum; performs day to day management of the school operations including supervision of staff; plans, arranges and participates in school activities and projects including field trips, functions and other events; as directed, sources and oversees external contractors/workmen that may be engaged from time to time; works with staff and a variety of materials to promote the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child; establishes an environment that promotes positive interactions with others; ensures that staff monitors children in the classroom, playground, bathrooms, during lunch and pick-up/drop off areas; accounts for whereabouts and safety of children at all times and supervises the serving of appropriate snacks/meals where applicable.

• Perform day to day School administration, develop and maintain financial, personnel and academic records, prepare payroll; 
• Ensure school supplies are procured and creditors/contractors/workmen are paid;
• Supervise Teachers, Teacher Assistants and support staff to maintain the smooth functioning of the School; maintain a personal appearance and conduct that exemplifies the School’s faith based standards and be able to lead or participate in daily worship assembly;
• Plan, organize and coordinate School activities including daily activities, field trips, sporting events, community visits and any other related activities; 
• Liaise with and advise School Committees on school progress and long term development;
• Develop and implement initiatives for student retention and to increase school population in consultation with management;
• Maintain a comprehensive, ongoing portfolio assessment for each child; update and maintain records on students’ progress; liaise closely with parents/guardians on student progress; 
• Ensure lessons and teaching resources are prepared and delivered; select and arrange equipment and materials in the classroom; ensure work is marked and assessed; 
• Supervise staff in developing adaptive teaching methods to meet the individual needs of pupils; 
• Collaborate with staff and management to develop appropriate activities/projects for students;
• Supervise the use of special equipment and facilities to stimulate interest in learning; 
• Assess incoming students to identify learning difficulties and other individual special needs; 
• Ensure school buildings, facilities and equipment are secured at end of each working day;
• Ensure buildings, facilities and operations meet fire and other safety requirements including fire extinguisher maintenance and emergency evacuation drills.
• Prepare periodic reports for Principal; 
• Perform any other related duties as may be required from time to time.

Minimum qualifications and experience 
A tertiary level qualification in special education and at least two (2) years teaching experience in special education or related field. Administrative experience in an educational establishment or related field will be an asset. At least two references are required, one of which must be from your home church.