Victorian Select Entry Assistant Tutor

Overview

Victorian Select Entry Assistant Tutor role at Contour Education. This is an opportunity to mentor and guide students in the Select Entry program, providing personalised attention to help them succeed in Victorian selective schools.

What You'll Do

Weekly Group Classes
Support engaging 2-hour Select Entry classes for small groups of 6-12 students across Years 6-8. Subjects covered are Mathematics (Reasoning / Quantitative subtests), English (Reading / Verbal subtests), Writing (Creative / Persuasive subtests). Note: You will specialise into one subject, so you will not be required to do all three. Each session follows a structured three-part approach: content delivery to build understanding, targeted practice to reinforce concepts, and assessments to evaluate progress.

Writing
Tutors will mark student submissions and provide prompt, targeted feedback. This flexible marking work can be completed in your own time and is fully compensated.

1-on-1 Tutoring Sessions
Provide personalised tutoring sessions to help students with specific questions, clarify challenging concepts, and reinforce topics they're struggling with to accelerate their understanding.

Text-Based Student Support
Respond to student queries promptly via our messaging platform, providing guidance on exam preparation, study strategies, and academic concerns, forming strong mentoring relationships with your assigned students.

Training & Team Collaboration
Complete initial training, participate in occasional team meetings, and assist with basic resource review as needed to maintain program quality.

Why You Should Apply

• Minimal Admin: Focus on teaching while we handle scheduling, payments, and enrolments
• Opportunity to Tutor Groups: Move beyond 1-on-1 to inspire multiple students without the hassle of finding clients
• Fun & Growth: Creative startup environment with skill development, career progression, and direct founder access

Skills & Requirements

Skill Requirements
Clear & engaging communicator
Empathetic & student-focused
Adaptable & quick-thinking
Organised & reliable
Honest & professional
Energetic & enthusiastic
Independent & proactive
Creative problem-solver
Collaborative and open to growing with feedback

Experience & Academic Requirements

Academic Excellence
Attended a Victorian selective school (Melbourne High, Mac.Robertson Girls', Nossal High, or Suzanne Cory High). Note: EXCEPT John Monash Science School OR Elizabeth Blackburn School of Sciences.
99+ ATAR with 40+ raw scores in VCE Maths (Methods/Specialist/Further) and English (English/Literature/English Language) highly preferred
Experience with competitive examinations (Select Entry, Scholarship exams, GAMSAT, SAT, etc) strongly favoured
Academic awards or scholarships (desirable)

Teaching Experience
Tutoring or mentoring experience with younger students
Demonstrated passion for education and student development

Personal Requirements
Ability to commit for the full academic year (no long absences)
Sign an NDA to protect the organisation's resources
Agree to a non-compete clause (no group tutoring outside Contour)
Able to travel to campus locations
Genuine desire to help students reach their potential

Compensation
Key Responsibilities: $30 per hour + Super for all duties including: In-class support and student assistance; 1-on-1 video consultations; Text-based question support and mentoring; Provide feedback about resources and the program as required
Training, Meetings & Additional Tasks: $25 per hour + Super
Whether you're supporting students in person or working from home answering questions, you'll be paid for every hour you contribute to student success.

Work Schedule & Training

Onboarding & Training
Onboarding: Early October at our Melbourne CBD campus
Training: In-person training at our Melbourne CBD campus during October and November, with ongoing professional development sessions throughout the program

Regular Weekly Work
Team Meeting: Average of 1 hour per week
Classes: 8-24 hours per week (spread across Monday-Sunday). Consistent weekly schedule across our Victorian campuses, with classes scheduled during after-school and weekend hours to accommodate student availability
1-On-1 Consultations: Average of 4 hours per week, which varies based on the time of the year

NOTE: The time requirements above are estimated and flexible. There is an option to work more or less, depending on your schedule and preference, so just let us know

Program Timeline

Start Date: 24th November 2025
Christmas Break: Program pauses during Christmas/New Year period

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Perks: $30/hour + super for assistant tutoring work, plus access to paid subscriptions (which can include Netflix, Spotify, Uber One, etc.)

Career Growth: Direct progression to primary tutor and leadership roles with higher pay, plus comprehensive training and mentorship

Meaningful Impact: Help students achieve selective school entry while developing your communication and leadership skills

Flexible & Supportive Environment: Combine campus and remote work with minimal admin, quality resources provided, and startup culture with founder access

Professional Development: Career references, guidance for future applications, and reliable schedule for consistent income

This is more than an assistant role. It's about being an integral part of shaping the futures of Victoria's brightest students and helping them unlock opportunities at the state's most prestigious schools.

If you're passionate about education, eager to develop your teaching skills, and want to make a real difference in students' academic journeys, we'd love to hear from you.

Corporate Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Education

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