Educational Therapist

Roles & Responsibilities

We are looking for individuals with a passion in teaching Mathematics. Selected candidates will undergo training to become expert professionals in delivering educational therapy focused on Mathematics. Join us in making a significant impact on the lives of children with dyslexia and other specific learning differences by offering them the essential guidance and support needed to help them reach their fullest potential. Trained therapists will be registered with the Ministry of Education (MOE) before they can start teaching at the DAS.

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 reportsevery 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)
• Attending all training sessions staff meetings and events required
• Participating in research to evaluate the effectiveness of the programme
• Conduct Maths Profiling sessions
• Undergo an annual Quality Assurance Audit
• Complete the yearly appraisal process

Requirements

• Degree from a recognised university
• Minimum grade of C6 for E Maths at GCE "O" levels
• No teaching experience is necessary, however, some experience in teaching Mathematics, and/or working with children with specific learning differences would be an advantage
• Flexibility in adapting to the changing needs of the programme
• Good understanding of the Singapore Mathematics curriculum would be an advantage
• Passionate in working with children of all ages and abilities
• Able to work flexible hours including weekday evenings and weekends (Saturdays & Sundays)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite & Zoom
• Positive learning attitude
• Passionate in working with children of all ages and abilities

3-Year Bond

In view of the investment in our Educational Therapists (EdTs), they are required to sign an initial 3- year bond. The training for the Certificate courses and Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) will be conducted during the bond period. If the EdT is not able to fulfil the bond obligations, compensation to the DAS is required. EdTs will be required to sign bond extensions if they are recommended and agree to attend further training (beyond the PGC).

Work Venue

Successful candidates must expect to work from any of our 12 learning centres in Bedok, Bishan, Chua Chu Kang, Henderson, Jurong Point, Parkway Parade, Sengkang, Serangoon, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Woodlands and Yishun. Our Educational Therapists need to go where the children are

For more information, please visit our Careers page at https://das.org.sg/careers-at-das/positions-available/

Application Details

All interested applicants are to submit the following as part of their application.

1. DAS Employment Application Form, duly completed (form can be downloaded from the Careers page of our website https://das.org.sg/careers-at-das/positions-available/
2. Resume
3. Copies of educational transcripts, including GCE "O" levels

Email the above submissions to jobs@das.org.sg by 22 September 2025.

Only complete applications (with the above 3 items) will be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

All shortlisted candidates are required to attend a Preview Session (Date to be advised), and prepare for a teaching demonstration assessment to be carried out during the Interview Session (Date to be advised).

Selected candidates must be able to start work from 12 January 2026.

Tell employers what skills you have

Progress Monitoring
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Design
Teaching
Classroom Management
Interpersonal Skills
Mathematics
Time Management
Communication Skills
Working with Children

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