UCAT Practical Tutor

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an organised, committed and enthusiastic individual to join our passionate Contour Medprep team as a UCAT practical tutor; forming a pivotal role in our rapidly growing UCAT course.

At Contour, we want the best possible experience for our students, and we pride ourselves in always providing a comprehensive UCAT tutoring service that stands out distinctly from the competition From teaching classes to mentoring students 1-on-1, your contribution will ensure our UCAT course is a personalised and attentive community for our students.

This isn't just any tutoring role; it's a calling for someone deeply committed to excellence and dedication when it comes to supporting students. We strive to remain Australia's leading UCAT course, and as a tutor, you will be a vital component of our vision, embodying Contour MedPrep's commitment to support and excellence during this crucial phase of a student's education.

Who Are We?

Contour MedPrep is a leading medical preparation program that currently specialises in comprehensive UCAT & MMI preparation, aiming to empower and support the next generation of healthcare professionals in the highly competitive yet often daunting process of gaining entry into medical school.

Our UCAT course aligns itself with the objective of the UCAT, rigorously training students in the mental abilities and skills of a successful doctor or dentist, through engaging group lessons, comprehensive and abundant resources, live mock exams, 24/7 student support and so much more

We are extremely committed to innovative and results-driven medical preparation, with industry-first initiatives such as our Live UCAT Testing Centre and student accountability system propelling our 2023 students to an industry-leading median UCAT score of 3040+, one student even setting the world record score of 3590.

Over 2,000 students and 25 staff have joined our tutoring services since our founding in 2020. Our growth is a testament to our dedication to providing ALL our students and parents with a high-quality tutoring experience (from 24/7 personal support to on-demand resources) and our commitment to helping them achieve their goals. We were listed as the 17th Fastest Growing Startup by the Australian Financial Review in 2022, and we're continuing to multiply year over year It's our vision to reshape education, starting with tutoring.

Opportunity to Tutor Groups with Minimal Admin Work

Have you ever wanted to do group tutoring but never had the time, training or students to?

As a UCAT tutor at Contour, rather than tutoring one student at a time, you can now motivate groups of students with your knowledge and experience, without the hassle of more admin work and finding students.

As there is almost no requirement for marketing, content creation, billing or any other admin work, all you have to do is take simple attendance, manage student emails, and address student questions promptly outside of class via social media/text/email

Access to High-Quality Tutoring Material

You've probably spent (or will end up spending) hundreds of unpaid hours making tutoring resources for your students. We know it can be an extremely time-consuming process, and arguably one of the more boring and tedious parts of being a tutor. But that's where we come in

We've spent thousands of hours creating resources and detailed notes for the UCAT. All we need now is you—the tutor All you have to do is prepare for your tutoring session by reading over the class workbooks beforehand, and provide an excellent tutoring experience to your students :)

If you'd like to create additional resources for us or do more non-tutoring work, we can also organise tailored payment plans to suit your needs :)

Comprehensive Training, Support & Personal Development

Working in a collaborative environment and an energetic team can be a fantastic opportunity to hone your skills and learn so much along the way When you work with us, you'll have the chance to learn from tutors who have spent thousands of hours tutoring and have garnered years of experience, perfecting their craft.

We'll also help you upskill and refine your communication and teaching skills, as you'll receive thorough training and support from our Head UCAT Tutor. You'll be able to practise teaching mock classes with mock students before you tutor real lessons, and you'll receive detailed feedback and targeted advice from us to keep you performing at your very best

By the end of your training, the role will become very familiar to you, and you will feel comfortabletutoring group lessons and enhancing your students' tutoring experience

You'll also be engaged with the rest of the team through routine catch-ups and peer-review sessions, and over time you'll receive further perks, pay rises, classes and work opportunities. We'll also be there to support you through any personal ventures such as rent applications and job references

A Multi-Faceted Role with Competitive Pay and Compensation

The UCAT Practical Tutor role at Contour MedPrep is an innovative and exciting role which involves 3 unique responsibilities through which you will support your students. We pride ourselves on compensating and rewarding our tutors generously for their hard work, and our starting rate ranges from $30/hour to $60/hour + super, depending on the type of work you complete, as outlined in-depth below.

Tutoring 1-Hour Small-Group Students) Weekly Practical Lessons via Zoom (starting at $60 + super per 1-hour class, approx 5-15 hours per week on Mon/Tue/Wed)

• These lessons are interactive, engaging and discussion-oriented lessons with revision and application questions based on the content taught by the Head Tutor earlier in the week
• The role also involves answering student queries related to the UCAT, school, medical school admissions and anything else outside of class

Running 1-On-1 20-Minute Consultations for Your Students (starting at $45/hour + super, approx 5 hours per week)

• You'll be provided with a guide and thorough training for each type of consultation we offer, as well as a written summary template for you to screenshare & fill in during the session, for the student to be sent later.

Attending Content Lessons and Any Optional Extra Work (starting at $60 + super per 2-hour session)

• Attending content lessons via Zoom, tutored by our Head UCAT Tutor, from 9AM - 11AM and 7PM - 9PM every Sunday. Involves replying to your students' queries via the Zoom chat and assisting the Head Tutor throughout the class.
• Optional extra work involves invigilating our live mock exams as well as any other admin work you choose to pick up

Note:

• To clarify, all 3 responsibilities above are mandatory (you will not just be allocated to one specific responsibility, all 3 will be part of your weekly schedule).
• We also provide generous bonuses for student enrolments (the better you perform, the more you share in our company's success)
• The time requirements above are estimates. There is an option to work more or less than the hours above, depending on your schedule and preference, so just let us know

Requirements

Skill requirements

• Honesty and Integrity
• ‍ Passion for Teaching
• High Level of Empathy
• Exceptional Communication Skills
• Detail-Oriented & Organized
• Energy and Enthusiasm
• Independence & Proactiveness​
• ​ Willing to Listen, Learn & Lead
• Intelligence & Creativity

Academic Requirements

Mandatory:

• UCAT Score in the 90th percentile or above
• Planning to Study Medicine (or already studying)

Ideal:

• UCAT Score in the 98th percentile or above
• ‍ Past Contour UCAT Student
• Prior leadership, tutoring or mentoring experience

NOTE: These are not hard and fast requirements; however, they are certainly favourable to your application.

Personal Requirements

• Young, Passionate, and Engaged ​(we want you to be able to vibe with students)
• Genuine Desire to Motivate Students (e.g. your primary goal is to help students achieve their potential, like us)
• Full Academic Year Commitment (e.g. no overseas exchange trips for 8 weeks)
• Ability to Commit to Weekly Classes (e.g. can't constantly reschedule or miss classes)
• Sign an NDA (e.g. can't distribute our resources/company info to others)
• Agree to a non-compete clause (e.g. you can't tutor student groups for others, exceptions apply, check with us)

Benefits

• Above market rate compensation and guaranteed pay (ranging from $30/hour to $60/hour + super depending on the type of work).
• Bonuses for student enrolments (the better you perform, the more you share in our company's success).
• Satisfying and fulfilling work helping students succeed (it feels good when your students do good).
• Minimal admin work with a fixed schedule (consistent hours every week).
• Primary focus on providing an excellent student/parent experience (no hassle with student payments or admin).
• Significant improvement in public speaking, team and leadership skills (and you get paid for it).
• Personalised mentorship, training and feedback to improve your tutoring and communication skills.
• Creative freedom in a fun start-up environment (no corporate walls, talk directly to the founders or students).
• Opportunities to do more classes and performance based payrises.

This is not just any other tutoring job; it's a calling for someone committed to providing an excellent student experience, and supporting students in their UCAT journeys If you're people-oriented and passionate about education, we want to hear from you - apply now, and become a part of our mission to reshape education :)

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