Retired Teacher / Academic Tutor

Finselect Personnel Pty Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Part time

Job summary

Finselect Personnel Pty Ltd is seeking a mature, experienced retired teacher to provide academic support for two learners (Grade 5 and Grade 2) through the academic year. The role emphasizes homework help, projects, test prep and exam readiness, with a focus on mathematics and core subjects.

The ideal candidate will hold a teaching qualification, have 5–10 years of teaching experience, and be fluent in Afrikaans.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5–10 years of teaching experience.
• Experience teaching in Afrikaans is required.
• Strong proficiency in Mathematics.
• Experience with Grade 2 and Grade 5 learners is advantageous.
• Must have own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assist Grade 5 and Grade 2 learners with daily homework and schoolwork.
• Provide guidance with school projects and assignments.
• Assist learners in preparing for tests and examinations.
• Provide additional academic support where required.
• Reinforce concepts taught at school and identify areas needing extra help.
• Create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
• Exercise patience with learners with special educational needs.
• Prepare learners for examinations, including weekend sessions when required.

Skills

Teaching

Mathematics

Afrikaans

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

RETIRED TEACHER / ACADEMIC TUTOR

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

A busy corporate Mom is looking for a mature, experienced and dedicated retired teacher to provide academic support to two learners, currently in Grade 5 and Grade 2. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for teaching and working with children and will assist with homework, school projects, test preparation and exam preparation throughout the academic year.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Grade 5 and Grade 2 learners with daily homework and schoolwork.
• Provide guidance and support with school projects and assignments.
• Assist learners in preparing for tests and examinations.
• Provide additional academic support where required.
• Reinforce concepts taught at school and identify areas where learners may require additional assistance.
• Assist particularly with Mathematics and other core subjects.
• Prepare learners for examinations, including additional weekend sessions when required.
• Create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
• Exercise patience and understanding when working with learners with special educational needs.

Key Requirements

• Teaching qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5–10 years’ teaching experience, preferably more.
• Must have previous experience teaching in Afrikaans.
• Strong proficiency in Mathematics.
• Experience working with Grade 2 and Grade 5 learners will be advantageous.
• Must have own reliable transport.