Specialist Teachers

DYSLEXIA ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Join a rapidly growing organisation that has over 300 full-time and flexi scheme employees and
operates from 12 centres all over in Singapore

The Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) provides a continuum of services for children with
dyslexia, their parents, mainstream teachers and other professionals in the field of dyslexia in
Singapore.

DAS International Services is a subsidiary of DAS and provides services for clients outside of
Singapore.

DAS International aims to provide holistic assessment and professional tutoring services to students
in the region who have a range of Specific Learning Differences, behavioural difficulties
and developmental disorders, so that they can achieve and reach their full potential. This
service is delivered through a multi-professional team of qualified and registered Educational
Psychologists, Speech-Language Therapists and Specialist Teachers. The level of service provided to
individuals and schools in the region is of the highest standard through using up-to-date and
evidence-based resources.
Position Specialist Teachers - Flexi Scheme
Division/Branch DAS International
We are looking for individuals with a passion in children but are not able to commit to a full time job.
short notice to cover classes at the different DAS learning centres. They must be able to commit to
Education (MOE) before they can start teaching at the DAS.

About our Specialist Tutoring Programme

Specialist Tutoring aims to motivate the young mind to develop a love of learning to become
happy, successful and independent learners.

Specialist tutoring is offered on a one-to-one basis, small group basis and even through online
tutoring. It is tailored to meet the profile of the children through the Individual Education Plan (IEP)
and takes a problem solving approach that targets individual needs. Our ultimate aim is to help our
students cope or even perform well in their Ministry of Education (MOE) Singapore schools or
International schools.

Specialist Teachers work with children who may have a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD). This could
include teaching children with mild to moderate learning difficulties, specific learning difficulties
such as dyslexia, hearing or visual impairment, children with emotional or behavioral problems, and
children with autism. However, some students may simply be struggling to keep up with a fast paced
curriculum. Specialist Teachers work closely and meet up regularly with parents to give feedback,
advice and encouragement for their child’s individual learning needs.

The duties of a Specialist Teacher include:

Creating a dynamic curriculum for individuals in consultation with the Head of DAS
International

Preparing lessons and resourcs
Teaching individuals and/or small groups of students

Developing and adapting conventional teaching methods to meet the individuals needs of
students.

Using special facilities, such as audio visual materials and computers, to stimulate interest in
learning.

Conducting ongoing formative and summative assessments for students.
Consulting, if required, with Speech-Language Therapists and Educational Psychologists.
Liaising closely with parents
Liaising with international schools
Updating and maintaining records on student’s progress.

TRAINING PROVIDED
The DAS places great emphasis on providing a professional service. For Specialist Teachers, training
may vary depending on factors such as qualifications and experience. Some of the courses
Specialists Tutors may be required to attend are:

Professional Certificate Course in Individual Education Plans (IEP) Planning for SpLD Learners.
Practicum is a required component of the training.

Certificate in Dyslexia Studies and Specialist Diploma in Learning Support for SpLD

The DAS will fully sponsor the course fees for the training. In view of the full sponsorship by DAS for
the initial training, a Bond or Minimum Service Period (MSP) will apply.

While the DAS invests in providing training and support, Flexi STs are expected to invest their
personal time to attend training and other matters such as meetings, completing the necessary
course work and preparing lesson plans for the therapy sessions they are conducting.

MINIMUM SERVICE PERIOD
In view of the full sponsorship by the DAS for the training course fees, a Bond or Minimum Service
Period (MSP) will apply. The length of the MSP is 640 teaching hours which normally takes two (2)
years to attain.

Compensation to the DAS is payable when the Flexi STs do not fulfil the MSP obligations.

COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies (Core):
Communication and Interpersonal skills
Positive learning attitude and pleasant

disposition
Passionate in working with children of all

ages

Technical Competencies (Skills):
Microsoft Office
Google Applications

**REQUIREMENTS**:
Education:
Degree from a

recognised university
A professional teaching

qualification and
additional qualifications