Madeleine

CAPS IEB English and Afrikaans Tutor

Home-schooling and Remedial Therapist - Educational Psychology and Neurodiverse Learning

Bilingual in English & Afrikaans. Expert in remedial education, study skills, and confidence coaching for Grades 4–12.

Madelein is a compassionate English and Afrikaans tutor for Grades 4–12, specialising in IEB, CAPS, and Home-schooling curricula. Bilingual and warm in approach, she helps learners strengthen language, comprehension, and writing skills while building real confidence in communication.

With over 8 years of experience in education and neuropsychology, Madelein combines scientific insight with practical teaching strategies to support students of all learning profiles. She is particularly skilled in working with neurodiverse learners – including children with ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, ASD, and emotional or behavioural challenges – using remedial education, study-skills coaching, and executive-function support to help every learner succeed.

Her sessions are hands-on, evidence-based, and personalised, designed to make English and Afrikaans learning both meaningful and achievable. Fluent in both languages, she creates inclusive, bilingual learning spaces where students feel supported, motivated, and proud of their progress.

🎯 Subjects and Specialisations

• English Home Language: Reading comprehension, grammar, writing skills, and vocabulary development for learners of all abilities.
• Afrikaans: Language structure, reading fluency, comprehension, and written expression — tailored for both home language and first additional language learners.
• MS / Business & Economic Foundations
• Life Skills & Life Orientation: Focus on emotional intelligence, personal development, social skills, and mental well-being — empowering students to manage stress, communicate effectively, and build self-esteem.

🧠Learning Support and Neurodevelopmental Focus

• Remedial Education – Support for reading, writing, spelling, and comprehension difficulties (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia).
• Mathematical Foundations – Strengthening number sense, logical reasoning, and working memory for learners with Dyscalculia or math-related anxiety.
• Executive Functioning Coaching – Helping learners improve attention, organisation, time management, and working memory.
• Study Skills & Exam Preparation – Evidence-based strategies to manage exam anxiety, improve retention, and develop efficient study habits.
• Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation – Integrating calming techniques and resilience-building for learners facing anxiety or low motivation.

🎓 Qualifications and Studies

Professional Master’s Degree in Psychology (In Progress) – Tech Global University — Majoring in Intervention in Learning Difficulties (2025) Focus: Educational and Developmental Psychology, Learning Support, and Neurodiversity in Education.

Postgraduate Diploma in Special Education (Primary Phase) – Tech Global University (2024) | Specialisation: Early intervention, differentiated instruction, and inclusive education strategies.

Bachelor of Social Science (Cum Laude) – South African College of Applied Psychology (SACAP) (2023) | Majors: Psychology and Counselling. Graduated with distinction. Focused on neuropsychology, child development, and emotional well-being in learning.