LIM JIA HUI

Jia Hui joined the DAS in 2021 as an Educational Therapist. She graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with a degree in Psychology (Honours). She provides intervention for children with dyslexia, as well as other specific learning differences such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and speech impairment through the DAS Main Literacy Programme (MLP).

Currently, Jia Hui is also a Curriculum Developer with the English Language and Literacy Division (ELL), helping to develop materials to increase teacher and student success. She is the Programme Manager of the iStudySmart/iWorkSmart programme, conducting executive function workshops for older learners and helping them strengthen skills such as attention, planning and self-regulation. She believes that these skills are essential for leading healthy, productive academic and personal lives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Social Sciences with Honours (Distinction) in Psychology (2021)
• Certificate in Understanding Dyslexia (2021)
• Specialist Diploma in Educational Therapy (Valedictorian) (2022)
• Certificate in Executive Function Skills for Children with SEN (2022)
• Certificate in Supporting Children with Attentional and Hyperactivity Issues (2023)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs (2023)

PUBLICATIONS

1. The Crucial Role of Executive Functions in Our Learners (RETA Chronicles, RETA Blog) (Apr 2023)
2. “Stop! Don’t do that!” If only you knew… (RETA Chronicles, RETA Blog) (August 2023)
3. Promoting Literacy and Social Understanding Through Social Stories DAS BLOG (December 2023)
4. Super Synonyms DAS BLOG (December 2023)
5. Cooking up Language Learning  DAS BLOG (November 2023)
6. 9 Easy Literacy Games by the Busy Teacher, for the Reluctant Student DAS BLOG (Aug 2025)

“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

– Benjamin Franklin