Homeschool Tutor​/Facilitator - Neurodivergent boy in Langeberg Ridge

Durbanville, South Africa | Posted on 28/07/2026

Introduction:
We are seeking a vibrant, intellectually curious homeschool facilitator tosupport an 8-year-old boy beginning the Impaq homeschool curriculum. The childin question is academically bright, with strong interests in space, technology,weather, and playing Roblox. He thrives in mature, intellectually engagingconversations. The facilitator should ideally be modern, tech-savvy, and ableto connect with him through shared curiosity and trust. A relational approach is essential, as building rapport and respect will be the foundation for academic progress.

Main Purpose of the Job:

To provide consistent, structured support in a homeschool setting,guiding the child academically while respecting his neurodivergent profile anddemand avoidance presentation. The facilitator should:

• Build confidence and maintainintellectual engagement.
• Adapt learning to his strengths and interests.
• Encourage independence in a safe,affirming environment.

• Facilitate Impaq curriculum learning,adapting pace and intensity to the child’s progress.
• Use relational, intellectually engagingmethods: mature conversations, technical topics, and creative approaches.
• Support executive functioning and transitions with clear, structured routines.
• Encourage love of learning throughspace, weather, and technology themes.
• Provide scaffolding for demandavoidance and masking tendencies with patience and flexibility.
• Build a trusting relationship: practiseactive listening, validate emotions, and create a safe environment.
• Communicate progress and challenges with sensitivity and consistency.
• Collaborate with parents to adjuststructure and intensity as needed.

• Previous experience supportingneurodivergent children (ASD, PDA) – Highly advantageous
• Understanding of demand avoidance andmasking – Highly advantageous
• Background in teaching, tutoring, orchild development – Desirable
• Ability to adapt learning creatively to intellectual interests – Essential
• Passion for neurodiversity and willingness to evolve with the family – Essential

• Young, vibrant personality with intellectual curiosity – Essential
• Strong communication skills with children and parents – Essential
• Ability to engage through technical andmature conversations – Essential
• Organisational skills to implementstructured yet flexible routines – Essential
• Comfort with outdoor activities,animals, and camping – Advantageous

• Mondayto Thursday: 09h00 – 12:00 (3 hours per day – fast-paced, higher intensitysessions preferred)

Market related compensation

Access to training and ongoing support from the Neurodiversity Centre’s Facilitation Academy and its multi‑disciplinary team,knowledgeable in the field of Neurodiversity