Facilitator for 17 year old neurodivergent girl

4 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa The Neurodiversity Centre Full time

Job Title: Facilitator for Neurodivergent 17 Year Old - Constantia

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and creative facilitator to support a wonderful autistic, 17-year-old girl, with a PDA profile. The ideal candidate will have experience working with autistic individuals and teaching and must be able to take the lead in managing her educational programme, focusing on both academic development and executive functioning support.

Main Purpose of the job:

To offer personalised daily guidance and support, ensuring she receives tailored learning opportunities that cater to her specific and unique needs. A special interest and passion in neurodiversity and being a secure, source of support are of the utmost importance.

The candidate will be trained by the NDC Facilitation Academy and thereafter receive personalised support from a registered psychological professional for up to 4-6 weeks, working in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team based at the Neurodiversity Centre.

 

General Requirements:

•      A valid driver’s license, driving experience and a clean driving record – Essential.

•      English language proficiency – Essential.

•      Computer fluency – Essential.

•      Academically oriented – Essential.

 

Job Objectives:

•      Providing her daily executive functioning support with schooling.

•      Supporting her in transitioning to and from school.

•      To carry out duties such as facilitating school and learning activities.

•      Taking notes for her in class.

•      Prompting her to refocus in class.

•      Tutoring after school.

•      Becoming a core member of the multi-disciplinary team to support her individual needs if and when needed.

•      Providing companionship and emotional support.

•      Support and scaffolding for her regulation needs (lessening any uncertainty).

Supporting the understanding of her individual difference sensory profile, and executive functioning (i.e. assisting with creating a routine)
Facilitating and planning creative educational activities using a student-led approach.

Requirements

Job-Related work experience:

•      Previous experience in a role supporting neurodivergent children - Essential.

•      Previous experience in teaching – Essential.

•      Familiarity with special education strategies, curriculum adaptation, and life skills training.

 

Job-Related Knowledge:

Familiarity and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) - Essential.

•      Familiarity with low arousal, student-led, neuro-affirming approach - Essential.

•      Patience, empathy, and a commitment to building a trusting, supportive relationship.

•      Ability to lead in both structured and unstructured learning environments, balancing academic and practical teaching.

•      Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with the family and other support systems.

•      Flexible and adaptable, able to adjust to the child’s needs and family’s schedule.

•      Knowledge of the subjects tutored: Statistics, Natural Science, Psychology, and Advanced Language Studies – Essential.

•      Relevant certifications or qualifications in education, psychology, or related fields – Desirable.


 

Job-Related Skills:

•      Able to assist with planning and implementing educational activities with her using a creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning according to her learning abilities – Essential.

•      Ability to minimise stress and anxiety by utilising a low arousal approach - Essential.

•      Strong verbal communication skills with child and parents – Essential.

•      Organisational skills, i.e., ability to implement structure, strong time management imperative - Essential.

•      Relationship building skills – Essential. 



Benefits


Benefits:

•      Support and training from a multi-disciplinary team knowledgeable in the field of Neurodiversity.

 

Working hours:

•      Monday to Friday: 07:30-15:00 (flexible)

 

Salary Range:

·      R 12 000 to R 15 000

·      Salary negotiable depending on qualifications and previous experience.

 

Starting date:

•      January 2025





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