Learning Support Specialist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 165,000 - 344,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development resources

Collaborative online community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Learning Support Specialist for a fully remote role focused on tailoring academic assistance for students across ages and subjects. You will work with students, parents, and educators to identify needs, design individualized support plans, and implement effective interventions.

Responsibilities include assessments, plans, remote tutoring sessions, progress monitoring, and maintaining detailed records while keeping up-to-date with best practices in learning support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Special Education, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced support roles.
• Proven experience as Learning Support Specialist, Tutor, or Special Education Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to identify learning strengths and challenges.
• Develop individualized learning support plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions, remotely and in hubs if available.
• Collaborate with parents and teachers to monitor progress and adjust strategies.
• Utilize digital tools and educational resources to enhance learning.
• Maintain detailed records of interactions, progress, and outcomes.
• Stay current with best practices in learning support and special education.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Empathy

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EdTech platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative online learning platform dedicated to providing personalized educational support, is looking for a highly skilled and compassionate Learning Support Specialist to join their dynamic team. This fully remote role will focus on providing tailored academic assistance to students across various age groups and subjects. The specialist will work closely with students, parents, and educators to identify learning needs, develop individualized support plans, and implement effective intervention strategies. If you are passionate about making a difference in a student's educational journey and thrive in a flexible, remote work environment, this opportunity in Centurion, Gauteng is for you. The role emphasizes leveraging technology to deliver impactful learning interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to identify students' learning strengths and challenges.
• Develop and implement individualized learning support plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring sessions to students, both remotely and potentially in designated local hubs.
• Collaborate with parents and teachers to monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed.
• Utilize a variety of digital tools and educational resources to enhance learning.
• Offer guidance and support to students struggling with specific academic subjects or learning disabilities.
• Maintain detailed records of student interactions, progress, and intervention outcomes.
• Stay current with best practices in learning support and special education.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved in the student's educational development.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Proven experience working as a Learning Support Specialist, Tutor, or Special Education Teacher.
• Familiarity with various learning disabilities and intervention strategies (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD).
• Proficiency in using online collaboration tools and educational technology platforms.
• Excellent diagnostic, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to support student learning.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with curriculum adaptation for diverse learners is advantageous.
• A passion for online education and supporting student success.
• Based within or able to work from a suitable remote location, ideally with proximity to Centurion, Gauteng.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive hourly rate or project-based compensation, providing flexibility for contractors.
• As a remote role, you will enjoy the convenience of working from home.
• Our client invests in its contractors by offering access to ongoing professional development resources and training on new educational technologies.
• You will be part of a supportive and collaborative online community of educators.
• The role provides the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students and contribute directly to their academic achievement.
• Experience gained in this role can significantly enhance your professional profile.
• Payment is structured based on project completion or hours worked.