Tutor | Waterkloof Ridge

Au Pair Extraordinaire; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 193,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Au Pair Extraordinaire in Waterkloof Ridge, Pretoria, is seeking a confident and organized au pair to support three school-age boys (Grade 5–6, Grade 2–3, Grade 0). The role emphasizes high academic standards, particularly in Mathematics, structured routine, and effective supervision of homework and study time after school.

The ideal candidate will bring experience with ADHD, patience, and the ability to manage teen emotions, while maintaining a calm, positive relationship with the children.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal child caring experience within the last 2 years.
• Must have own reliable car and at least 18 months driving experience.
• Must have at least 2 contactable childcare references.
• Must have a clear criminal record.
• Must have a passion for children.
• Must have Matric.
• Must have a South African ID document.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level academic support and homework supervision for three boys, ensuring thorough completion and strong academic standards.
• Focus on helping the eldest excel academically and be well prepared for tests and projects.
• Support Grade 2 in building a solid math foundation and assist Grade 1 with age-appropriate work.
• Manage academics and schedule for the three boys, remaining calm and organized during workload and transitions.

Skills

ADHD experience

Mathematics proficiency

Strong academic ability

Patience

Education

Matric

Job description

Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday - Thursday 14:00 – 17:30 and Fridays: 13:00 – 16:00

School Holiday Hours: Same as above but flexible. Divorced so if the boys are with their dad, the tutor can take leave and not needed. Same salary paid year round.

Area:

Waterkloof Ridge

Children’s Ages:

Three boys: Grade 5 going into Grade 6, Grade 2 going into Grade 3 (ADHD), and Grade 0 going into grade 1

Child’s NeurodivergenceSnapshot: Grade 3: ADHD, needs time to process, often difficult to get going and staying focused especially afternoons, takes longer with learning and reading and grasping concepts - Tutor needs experience with ADHD and mildly neurodivergent children.

Support Style:

Brothers can fight, needs to be strong and strict and keep to schedule. Know how to manage teenager emotions, break time outs, giving gaps like playing outside and soccer. They find it tricky to do home work together, especially grade 6 and grade 2. Grade 2 needs to be regulated and can dysregulate quickly (giving a break, making him tea, promising a reward at the end, and maintaining calm demeanour during breakdowns especially when tired are essential.

Duties:

Providing high-level academic support, homework supervision and revision for all three boys, with a strong focus on ensuring the eldest child excels academically, understands his schoolwork and is well prepared for tests and projects. The Grade 2 going into Grade 3 child should be supported in building a solid academic foundation, particularly in Mathematics, while the Grade 1 child will also require age-appropriate academic assistance. The au pair must be able to manage the boys’ academic workload, ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and maintain high academic standards. The Grade 2 going into Grade 3 child has ADHD and may require additional time, patience and individual attention with his schoolwork.

Special Requirements:

The family is looking for a confident, firm and organised candidate with strong academic ability, particularly in Mathematics, and the ability to assist with primary and senior primary schoolwork to a high standard. Previous tutoring experience is essential/preferred. The ideal candidate should be patient, reliable and able to manage three strong-willed boys while maintaining a positive relationship with them. A strong personality and high academic standards are important. The family would prefer a Christian candidate, ideally over the age of 25, with a safe and reliable vehicle. A candidate without exam commitments or study leave requirements would be preferred. The candidate should be able to handle the work of the boys without phoning mom to intervene or advice as I am a doctor and taking phone calls can be challenging.

Start Date & Contract Term:

ASAP / January 2027 – permanent

Salary:

R140 – R150 per hour (+- R10 500 – R11 200 per month)

All Au Pair Extraordinaire applicants must fill the following requirements:

• Must have at least 12 consecutive months of formal child caring experience, excluding work done for friends and family. This experience must be within the last 2 years.
• Must have their own, reliable car and at least 18 months driving experience.
• Must have at least 2 contactable childcare references.
• Must have a clear criminal record
• Must have a passion for children
• Must have Matric
• Must have a South African ID document.