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Academic Support Associates Wanted

SOARing Scholars | South Africa | Part-Time

SOARing Scholars is looking for passionate, reliable and knowledgeable Academic Support Associates to join our growing tutoring team.

Our Academic Support Associates provide personalised academic support to learners across different school phases and subjects. If you enjoy helping learners understand difficult concepts, building their confidence and making learning meaningful, we would love to hear from you.

Subjects We Are Recruiting For

Foundation & Intermediate Phase

• English / Phonics
• Afrikaans
• Social Science
• Natural Science
• EMS
• Mathematics

Senior Phase

• English
• Afrikaans
• Social Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• EMS
• Mathematics

FET Phase

• English
• Afrikaans
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Mathematical Literacy
• Business Studies
• Accounting
• Economics
• CAT
• Geography
• Life Sciences

Applicants must be able to tutor more than one subject. You do not need to teach every subject listed, but you should be confident teaching multiple subjects within your areas of expertise.

About the Role

As an Academic Support Associate, you will:

• Provide one-on-one online academic support to learners.
• Deliver engaging, well-prepared lessons tailored to each learner's needs.
• Explain concepts clearly and adapt your teaching approach to suit individual learners.
• Help learners develop both their academic skills and confidence.
• Track learner progress and identify areas requiring additional support.
• Create a positive, encouraging and professional learning environment.
• Communicate reliably with the SOARing Scholars team regarding lessons and learner progress.
• Complete required administrative and post-lesson tasks.

Lesson Details

• Lesson duration: 1 hour
• Format: Online, one-on-one
• Typical lesson times: Afternoons and evenings between 14:00 and 21:00
• Days: Weekdays and Saturdays
• Saturday availability: Tutors must be willing to work Saturdays when required, depending on learner availability.
• Curriculum: CAPS and IEB learners

Lessons are scheduled according to learner and tutor availability. Tutors should therefore have some flexibility with afternoon, evening and Saturday sessions.

Teaching Materials

SOARing Scholars provides tutors with virtual textbooks and teaching resources, so tutors do not need to purchase or source their own teaching materials.

Tutors are welcome to supplement these resources with their own suitable teaching materials, activities and resources where appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

To apply, you must have:

• A Matric certificate.
• The ability to confidently teach more than one subject from our listed subjects.
• A laptop or desktop computer suitable for conducting online lessons.
• Stable and reliable internet access.
• A suitable environment in which to conduct professional online lessons.
• Good communication skills.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• A genuine interest in supporting learners academically.

Important: Lessons may not be conducted using a cellphone. Tutors must have access to a suitable laptop or desktop computer.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applications from:

• University students
• University graduates
• Qualified teachers
• Experienced tutors
• Professionals with strong subject knowledge and a passion for education

You do not necessarily need formal teaching experience to apply, provided you meet the minimum requirements and can demonstrate strong subject knowledge and the ability to work effectively with learners.

Why Join SOARing Scholars?

As an Academic Support Associate, you will become part of a team committed to providing quality, personalised academic support to learners.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Gain valuable teaching and tutoring experience.
• Work with learners across different grades and subjects.
• Develop your teaching and communication skills.
• Receive support and training from the SOARing Scholars team.
• Use provided virtual textbooks and teaching resources.
• Be part of a professional tutoring community.

How to Apply

To apply, please send an email to:

vacancy@soaringscholars.ac.za

Please list the subjects you would like to tutor in the subject line of your email.

For example:

Subject: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Accounting

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements and are able to teach more than one subject will be considered.

If you are passionate about education and believe you have what it takes to make a difference in a learner's academic journey, we would love to hear from you!

SOARing Scholars
Helping learners learn. Helping learners grow. Helping learners SOAR.

Pay: R90,00 per hour

Work Location: Remote