Casual Tutor

Applications for this position close: 9.00am Wednesday 2 October 2024
- Casual position, $32 per hour
- Professional and values-driven environment.
- Central location with free onsite parking

Who we ar e
Discover a 100-year legacy of educational excellence, connection and opportunity at Canberra Girls
Grammar School (CGGS).

CGGS is an independent, non-selective Anglican school. For over a century, it has provided students from across
the world with a comprehensive and well-rounded education. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, and now
spanning three campuses, CGGS provides a world-class educational and co-curricular offering.

Perfectly positioned at mid-sized with just over 1300 students, the School is co-educational from Early Learning
to Year 3, then female-focused through to Year 12.

In working at CGGS, you will be inspired by the founders of Canberra’s first independent school to proudly carry
on contributing to a century-long narrative of visionaries, to leave your mark on generations to come. CGGS is
where rich heritage meets modern innovation. You will have the chance to combine the prestige and tradition of
an iconic institution with the dynamism and creativity of modern education, to offer an educational experience
that stands the test of time.

You will work alongside a dedicated team and will feel genuinely supported by a workplace with a proven track
record built on respect and autonomy. CGGS is a collaborative, cultured and vibrant ecosystem creating close
ties and professional partnerships for a true sense of belonging for both staff and students. We are steadfast in
our belief that diversity is a strength—we are an inclusive and equitable community where all voices are heard
and valued. CGGS embraces internationally-minded teaching and corporate personnel from all walks of life and
professional backgrounds. At CGGS you can progress your career with colleagues that that are driven, capable
and progressive.

CGGS is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection
screening and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents can be
downloaded from the CGGS website or are available from the School.

All staff must:

- Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of

Conduct and complete regular training in Child Protection standards.
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
- Ensure that their interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
- Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in their charge.
- Act as a positive role model for children and young people.
- Must hold, or have the ability to obtain, a current Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP).

The position
The school is seeking a dedicated and passionate tutor to provide students a supportive and caring space to
complete their schoolwork and get a head start on their assessment tasks. This would suit a new graduate,
university student or a retired teacher. Duties include but are not limited to:

- assisting students in developing: efficient homework patterns, effective revision plans, time management

and organisational skills
- provide close supervision and monitoring of students during study sessions, ensuring appropriate

standards of behaviour and productive use of time
- helping students to become independent thinkers and learners by providing contextual hints at various

learning levels to assist students in moving past barriers
- answering questions about set homework and helping students understand specific concepts
- assisting students with tasks while maintaining the academic integrity of the students’ work
- assisting students in their approach to managing multiple assessment tasks, ensuring they have a plan
- to complete these in a timely manner
- monitoring students’ engagement with their academic work
- reporting any concerns about a student’s behaviour or approach during the study session to the

Coordinator of the Evening Study Program

This is a casual role, working Monday and Wednesday evenings or as required, or to cover absences. Please

How to apply

1: Cover letter

Please provide a brief statement (one page) outlining what you would bring to this position, what you would
expect to achieve in the role and reflect on your experience in relation to the role responsibilities.

2: Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information
- Employment history
- Education and qualifications
- Other skills and achievements
- Citizenship or confirmation of right to work in Australia

3: Referee details

Please include the contact information of three referees, including your current line manager if possible.

Referees will be contacted after interviews have taken place and only after prior consultation with you.

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