International Academic Competitions Tutor
Simonestutoring
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Job summary
Simone's Tutoring is seeking an International Academic Competitions Tutor to coach gifted students for local and international contests. This freelance role offers deep subject coaching across math, science, coding, and more, with a focus on mastery, speed, and competition readiness.
Responsibilities include assessing student strengths, creating tailored plans, and delivering advanced one-to-one or small-group sessions, readying learners for Olympiads and similar events.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject, Education, Engineering, Computer Science, Humanities, or related field.
- MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring academically advanced students.
- Strong subject expertise in at least one competition area.
- Familiarity with advanced problem-solving and competition-style assessment.
Responsibilities
- Assess students’ strengths, competition experience, and preparation needs.
- Develop personalised competition-preparation plans based on timelines.
- Deliver advanced one-to-one or small-group coaching in the tutor’s subject.
- Prepare students for national, regional, and international competitions.
- Teach advanced concepts, strategies, time management, and problem-solving techniques.
- Use past papers, challenge questions, simulations, and mock rounds.
Skills
Education
Job description
Workspace
Online
Student's home
Tutor's home (where approved)
Schools
Competition training camps
Workshop venues
Freelance / Commission-Based
We are seeking a highly motivated and academically accomplished International Academic Competitions Tutorto prepare gifted, high-achieving, and ambitious students for local and international academic competitions.
The successful candidate will provide advanced, personalised coaching in one or more specialist areas, including mathematics, science, coding, robotics, English, writing, spelling, debate, public speaking, geography, history, economics, business, critical thinking, or general knowledge. Lessons should extend beyond the standard curriculum and develop subject mastery, strategic thinking, accuracy, speed, confidence, and competition readiness.
Assess students’ academic strengths, competition experience, and preparation needs
Develop personalised competition-preparation plans based on entry requirements and timelines
Deliver advanced one-to-one or small-group coaching in the tutor’s specialist subject
Prepare students for national, regional, and international academic competitions
Teach advanced concepts, competition strategies, time management, and problem-solving techniques
Use previous competition papers, challenge questions, simulations, and mock rounds
Develop logical reasoning, analytical thinking, creativity, accuracy, and mental flexibility
Support students preparing for mathematics Olympiads, science Olympiads, coding contests, spelling bees, essay competitions, debates, quizzes, and similar events
Help learners interpret complex questions and select efficient solution strategies
Build confidence and resilience under timed or competitive conditions
Track progress, identify performance patterns, and adjust preparation plans
Advise students and parents on suitable competitions based on age, level, and academic interests
Support team-based preparation where competitions require collaboration
Encourage ethical participation, academic integrity, and positive sportsmanship
Collaborate with Simone’s Tutoring subject specialists to provide multidisciplinary preparation
Bachelor’s degree in the relevant academic subject, Education, Engineering, Computer Science, Humanities, or a related field
MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain
Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring academically advanced students
Strong subject expertise in at least one competition area
Familiarity with advanced problem-solving and competition-style assessment
Master’s degree or advanced professional qualification in the relevant subject
PGCE, B.Ed., QTS, or recognised teaching qualification
Previous participation in or coaching experience for international academic competitions
Experience preparing students for Olympiads, academic bowls, spelling bees, coding competitions, essay contests, debate tournaments, or similar events
Record of student placements, awards, distinctions, or finalist results
Training or experience in gifted and talented education
Tutors and educational specialists operating in the UAE are required to hold a valid MOHRE Tutor Permit or equivalent work authorisation. Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant permit before providing in-person services. Please ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations.
Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:
Own UAE Employment Visa
Green Visa
Freelance Permit
Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility
Any other valid UAE work authorisation
3+ years teaching or coaching high-achieving, gifted, or competition-level learners
Experience using advanced or non-routine academic problems
Experience delivering targeted preparation under competition deadlines
Experience supporting students in one-to-one or small-group settings
Competition coaching
Advanced subject instruction
Logical and analytical reasoning
Problem-solving strategies
Gifted education
Timed assessment preparation
Performance analysis
Confidence and resilience building
Goal setting and progress monitoring
Parent communication
Academic integrity and sportsmanship
Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments
Competitive session rates
Work from home or deliver sessions at students’ homes / schools
Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team
Supportive, collaborative working environment
Opportunity to mentor talented students and help them compete on national and international platforms
Simone’s Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.
Compensation
Earn 65% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid specialist tuition programmes.
Commission applies to gifted education, Olympiads, competitions, exam mastery programmes, and enrichment courses.
Payments are made monthly.
Independent contractor position.
Simone's Tutoring is a premium home-based educational support company providing tutoring, learning support, early intervention, special educational needs support, therapy partnerships, coaching, and holistic wellbeing services across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain. We deliver personalised, child-centred services in students' homes, online, and in schools while collaborating with qualified professionals from multiple disciplines.
Compensation
Earn 65% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid specialist tuition programmes.
Commission applies to gifted education, Olympiads, competitions, exam mastery programmes, and enrichment courses.
Payments are made monthly.
Independent contractor position.
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