Job Description

Job Title:

Facilitator for a 14-year-old neurodivergent boy in Constantia

We're seeking someone who is bright, dynamic, organised, and creative, with previous experience supporting neurodivergent teens. The role involves working closely with a bright, inquisitive 14-year-old who has a keen interest in origami and enjoys playing the piano, soccer, mountain biking, and flying trapeze.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To be a supportive and consistent presence for a young person with unique challenges and specific support needs, offering guidance that enables him to thrive. A genuine interest and passion for being a reliable, secure source of support is essential.

The successful candidate will receive training and support from the NDC Facilitation Academy Coordinator over a 4-6 week period while starting the position.

Job Objectives:

Build a trusting relationship with the learner. Attend school with him to provide support and scaffolding within his immediate school environment. Act as a bridge of communication between the teacher, learner, and parents. Assist with breaking down tasks and chunking information as and when needed, and implementing movement/sensory breaks throughout the day when needed. Facilitate his understanding and academic learning in social, structured, and unstructured domains, when needed. Support his executive functioning around planning, organising, problem-solving, asking for help, etc. Provide support and scaffolding to reduce uncertainty and potential anxiety, anticipating any possible triggers. Create and design visual resources as and when needed.

Benefits:

Support and mentorship from the Facilitation Academy Coordinator, who has experience in the field of neurodiversity.

General Requirements:

Fluent in English - Essential Valid driver's license and reliable car - Essential

Job-Related Work Experience:

Previous experience in a schooling environment or facilitation role - Essential Previous experience working with neurodivergent adolescents - Essential Previous experience in a teaching role - Desirable

Job-Related Knowledge:

Familiarity with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Essential Familiarity with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - Essential Familiarity with a low arousal approach - Essential

Job-Related Skills:

Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills - Essential Strong written communication skills - Essential Strong executive functioning skills - Essential Social and life skills - Essential Relationship-building skills - Essential

Working Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 08:00 - 14:45 Thursday: 08:00 - 13:00 Occasional tutoring during school holidays

Salary:

R13 000 - R15 000 per month (depending on experience and qualifications)

To Apply:

Please email your CV to

academy@neurodiversitycentre.co.za

if you are interested and feel you are suitable for this position.

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your time.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R13000,00 - R15000,00 per month

Work Location: In person