Educational Therapist (Maths)

at  Dyslexia Association of Singapore DAS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Educational Therapist (Mathematics) – Flexi Scheme
Division/Branch Mathematics Programme, SES Division
We are looking for individuals with a passion in teaching Mathematics 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.
About our Mathematics Programme
The aim of the Mathematics programme, under the Specialised Educational Services (SES) division, is
to support students with dyslexia, including those who learn differently who have persistent
difficulties in mathematics, particularly with understanding maths concepts and word problems. The
Maths programme is open to all primary school and up to Secondary 2 students from MOE schools.
These students attend DAS for additional support after school hours. Our educational therapy is
based on the Orton-Gillingham approach and dyslexia-friendly methodologies.
Class size is kept to a maximum of 5 to 6 students per class. Classes are conducted once a week, 1
hour per lesson. Classes are intervention based. Therefore, teaching is centred on the needs of the
child, with a strong emphasis on concept building and addressing areas of skill deficit.
The duties of DAS Educational Therapists (Mathematics) include
Creating and delivering lesson plans that meet the students’ needs and abilities, in line with
the guidelines of the SES Maths curriculum
Designing accompanying instructional materials for lessons that meet students’ varying
needs
Delivering face-to-face and online lessons that are engaging and lively, employing DAS
teaching approaches.
Monitoring the progress of the students, sharing information and discussing issues relating
to students’ learning progress with parents on a termly basis
Writing progress reports every semester and fulfilling other administrative responsibilities
(e.g. attendance marking and timesheets)
Conducting Parent-Teacher Conference held at the end of each semester (twice a year)
Undergo the Quality Assurance Audit (QAA) requirements annually
Attending all training sessions provided by the Maths team
Participating in research to evaluate the effectiveness of the programme
Participating in observation of classes for mentoring purposes
Responding to relief teaching needs where necessary

REQUIREMENTS

Education:
Degree from a recognised
university.
Minimum Grade C6 for
E Maths at GCE “O” levels
Experience:
No teaching experience is
necessary; however, some
experience in teaching
Mathematics, and/or
working with children with
specific learning differences
would be an advantage.
Other Skills & Knowledge:
Strong interpersonal skills
with the ability to
communicate effectively.

Flexibility in adapting to the
changing needs of the
programme
Good understanding of the
Singapore Mathematics
curriculum would be an
advantage

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. Individuals are encouraged
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