Part-Time Foundation Phase Academic Learning Support Teacher

Job Advert Summary

Independent Service Provider | Starting January 2027

Helping young learners discover that “I can’t do this yet” is very different from “I can’t do this.”

At St Cyprian’s School, we believe that strong foundations in literacy and numeracy matter enormously — but so do confidence, curiosity, resilience and a young person’s developing relationship with learning.

We are looking for a warm, skilled and experienced Foundation Phase Academic Learning Support Teacher to provide part-time learning support services during the school day.

Working within our inclusive learning environment, you will support students who experience barriers to learning, particularly in literacy and numeracy. This role calls for someone who can look beyond what a child is struggling with to understand how she learns, what may be getting in the way, and what support might help her find her way forward.

This is not simply about remediation. It is about helping young learners develop the skills, strategies and confidence to experience themselves as capable learners.

Minimum Requirements

We would particularly love to meet someone who…

• holds a relevant teaching qualification and is registered with SACE;
• has experience working with Foundation Phase students requiring academic learning support;
• preferably holds an additional qualification in Remedial Education, Learning Support and/or Inclusive Education;
• understands current approaches to supporting neurodiverse learners;
• has experience within an independent school environment;
• combines sound professional judgement with empathy, patience and emotional intelligence;
• can work collaboratively with teachers, specialists and parents without losing sight of the child at the centre of the conversation;
• is flexible, dependable and highly professional; and
• believes that difficulty with learning should never become a child's identity.

A little about us

St Cyprian’s is a proudly South African, Anglican girls’ school with a long history and an equally strong commitment to evolving thoughtfully for the world our students are growing into.

We value diversity, belonging and the individuality of every student. We are interested not only in what our students achieve, but in who they become — and in creating environments in which every girl has a genuine opportunity to flourish.

If your instinct when a child struggles is not simply “What is wrong?” but rather “What is this telling us, and what does this learner need?”, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Qualified, interested candidates are required to upload:

• A detailed CV which includes a brief covering letter and current contact details of three referees
• A copy of ID
• Qualifications
• SACE Certificate
• Answer the screening questions via our online application portal

Failure to meet the minimum requirements will result in disqualification. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

Duties and Responsibilities

What the role involves

As part of our Learning Support Team, you will:

• provide individual and/or small-group academic learning support to Foundation Phase students experiencing challenges in literacy and numeracy;
• assess learning needs and develop appropriate, responsive intervention strategies;
• maintain accurate records of intervention plans, student progress and recommendations;
• work closely with the Learning Support Coordinator, class teachers and the broader Learning Support Team;
• participate in relevant meetings and conversations regarding student progress and support;
• communicate thoughtfully and constructively with parents about progress, concerns and strategies that can be reinforced at home;
• help students develop confidence, resilience, self-regulation and effective learning strategies; and
• remain informed about current research and good practice in remedial education, inclusive education, neurodiversity and learning support.

The position is part-time, with hours determined according to student support needs and the Foundation Phase timetable.