Engaging Tutor for Neurodivergent Grade 8 Student

The Neurodiversity Centre; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 207,000 - 344,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Afternoon sessions

Job summary

The Neurodiversity Centre in Constantia, Cape Town seeks a dedicated tutor for a 13-year-old neurodivergent boy. You’ll support homework, tests, and exam prep, using child-led, neurodiversity‑affirming approaches and structured routines.

The role emphasizes building motivation, executive functioning, and independence, while collaborating with parents and teachers. Availability Tuesday to Thursday, 2–3 hours in the afternoons, with flexibility for holidays and adjustments as needed.

Qualifications

• Matric – Essential.
• Experience tutoring neurodivergent learners is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of autism, ADHD, and executive functioning strategies is useful.
• Ability to scaffold learning and tailor methods to individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support homework, projects, and exam readiness.
• Break down tasks and provide scaffolding for executive functioning.
• Encourage motivation and independence while offering help as needed.
• Implement strategies to reduce anxiety and manage triggers.
• Follow the school timetable and routines for structure.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Fluent English

Afrikaans preferred

Neurodiversity awareness

Patience

Education

Matric

Teaching qualification (Desirable)

Job description

The Neurodiversity Centre in Constantia, Cape Town seeks a dedicated tutor for a 13-year-old neurodivergent boy. You’ll support homework, tests, and exam prep, using child-led, neurodiversity‑affirming approaches and structured routines.

The role emphasizes building motivation, executive functioning, and independence, while collaborating with parents and teachers. Availability Tuesday to Thursday, 2–3 hours in the afternoons, with flexibility for holidays and adjustments as needed.