Job Description Job Title: Au pair for a 11-year-old neurodivergent boy in the Newlands area.
We are looking for someone who shares a special passion and interest in working with neurodivergent children and who can engage in playful, light-hearted fun.
This person would be assisting as an au pair to a very bright, caring, and friendly 11-year-old neurodivergent boy, who enjoys a range of special interests and passions, including music, go-karting, Formula One, Minecraft, mountain biking, Lego, and playing soccer.
Main Purpose of the job: To be a "helping hand" for their unique and specific support needs, giving them the necessary guidance and support to thrive.
A special interest and passion in neurodiversity and being a secure, long-term source of support are of the utmost importance.
The candidate will receive training from an occupational therapist.
Job Objectives: • Becoming a core member of the multi-disciplinary team to support his individual needs if and when needed.
• Providing companionship and emotional support for him at home.
• Support and scaffolding for his regulation needs (lessening any uncertainty and anxiety).
• To carry out duties such as school pick-ups and drop offs, outings and appointments, and preparing meals and snacks.
• Supporting the understanding of his individual difference sensory profile, and executive functioning (i.e assisting with creating a routine with the use of visual aids).
• Planning fun creative activities to do at home together.
Requirements General Requirements: • A valid driver's license and reliable car – Essential.
• Fluent in English– Essential.
• Availability to commit to at least 1 year – Essential.
Job-Related work experience: • Previous experience in an au pairing role - Essential.
• Previous experience working with young children – Essential.
Job-Related Knowledge: • Familiarity and knowledge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – Desirable.
• Familiarity and knowledge of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – Desirable.
• Familiarity and knowledge of developmental coordination disorder (DCD/Dyspraxia) – Desirable.
Familiarity with a low arousal, child-led, neuro-affirming approach – Essential. Job-Related Skills: • Able to assist with planning and implementing fun activities according to his interests.
• Ability to minimise stress and anxiety for him by utilising a low arousal approach - Essential.
• Strong verbal communication skills with him and parents – Essential.
• Organisational skills, i.e., ability to implement structure, strong time management imperative - Essential.
• Social, play and life skills – Essential.
• Relationship building skills - Essential.
Working hours: • Monday to Thursday: 13:00-16:00 Salary: R5760 (R120/hour) Additional babysitting and flexibility to be available over some weekends when and if needed.
Starting date: January 2024 Please note we will only contact applicants that have been shortlisted, thank you for your time. Benefits Benefits: • Support and training from a occupational therapist.
Requirements Tutoring and au pairing experience with Autistic or ADHD learners Any au pairing experience or interest in working with neurodivergent children.