Educational Therapist (Chinese) – Flexi

at  Dyslexia Association of Singapore DAS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Educational Therapist (Chinese) – Flexi Scheme
Division/Branch Chinese Programme, SES Division
We are looking for individuals with a passion in teaching Chinese but are not able to commit to a full-time
job. Candidates must be able to commit to a minimum of 8 teaching hours per week, and respond at
short notice to cover classes at the different DAS learning centres. They must be able to commit to this
arrangement for a minimum of two years. All candidates must be registered with the Ministry of Education
(MOE) before they can start teaching at the DAS.
Programmes under the DAS
Children with dyslexia, once assessed by DAS Specialist Psychologists from the SpLD Assessment Services
division, are referred to the Main Literacy Programme (MLP) under our English Language and Literacy
(ELL) division. Many children are also referred to DAS by psychologists from MOE, hospitals and private
practice. These children attend classes in MOE schools and come to the DAS for additional support after
school hours. Students normally come to the 12 DAS learning centres for two hours a week during the
regular school term. DAS classes are kept to an average of four students to ensure individual attention
can be provided. Our educational therapy is based on the Orton-Gillingham approach and covers a
range of literacy skills including phonics, which enables children with dyslexia to learn better and become
independent learners. DAS Educational Therapists also meet up regularly with learners’ parents to give
feedback, advice and encouragement.
Over the years, we have received many requests from parents to provide support in the Chinese
Language as well. While some research and remediation programmes have been ongoing in China, Hong
Kong and Taiwan, Singapore’s unique multilingual environment and learning of Chinese as a second
language require differentiation as the challenges that children with dyslexia face in Singapore are
different.
The DAS Chinese Team has piloted research in this area in 2009 and kickstarted the Chinese programme for
children with dyslexia in Singapore in 2013. The programme, under the Specialised Educational Services
(SES) division currently has an enrolment of more than 300 students and has supported more than 500
students over the years.
The duties and responsibilities of a DAS Educational Therapist (Chinese) includes
Providing intervention in the Chinese language in a small group setting
Participating in research to evaluate the effectiveness of the programme
Undergoing continued training to enhance teaching practices and receive other
relevant training as required
Responding to relief teaching needs where necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:
Degree from a recognised
university, in any discipline.
Experience:
Experience in teaching
the Chinese subject in
MOE schools and/or
other relevant
qualifications will be an
advantage.
Familiarity with the
MOE Chinese
Curriculum is preferred.
Other Skills & Knowledge:
Proficient in both
English and Chinese
languages.
Willing to be part of a
team that carries out
research, develops and
delivers the Chinese
programme for the

REGISTRATION WITH THE REGISTER OF EDUCATIONAL THERAPIST (ASIA) [RETA]

The DAS has initiated the setting up of a Register of trained and experienced professional tutors and
therapists who specialise in supporting individuals with dyslexia and/or related specific learning
difficulties. The Register is guided by a steering committee which comprises senior DAS staff and
individuals working in the private practice and other educational bodies. The Register will provide
public recognition of professional training and competence for members. DAS Educational
Therapists will have the opportunity to sign up with RETA (http://www.reta.sg/) once they have
attained the necessary training and experience.

Please refer the Job description for details