Lead Maths Tutor (Part Time)

Polymath Tutoring; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time flexibility

Supportive team environment

Competitive pay

Job summary

Polymath Tutoring is seeking a Lead Maths Tutor to deliver face-to-face Maths instruction in group settings for K-6 students at schools in Sydney.

This on-site role runs Monday to Friday, 7-9am and 3-5pm, with responsibility for leading junior tutors, mentoring staff, and expanding students' mathematical thinking across advanced topics and selective tests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and/or Education or related discipline
• Familiarity with K-6 Maths curriculum and NAPLAN
• Minimum 5 years' tutoring experience with large groups K-6
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of junior tutors in group settings
• Mentor and manage junior tutors for optimal student outcomes
• Provide regular feedback on student progress
• Adjust teaching strategies to maximise learning
• Collaborate to ensure consistent teaching quality
• Be the on-site contact with parents and school staff
• Extend curriculum to Olympiad and Selective School prep

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Tools

Working with Children Check

Job description

Polymath Tutoring is seeking a passionate and experienced Lead Maths Tutor. Our classes are delivered in group settings for K-6 students, on-site at schools. This is a face-to-face role only, classes are delivered Monday to Friday, 7 - 9am and 3 - 5 PM (approx) at schools in Sydney. This role is central to our mission of providing exceptional educational support to make mathematics accessible to all students and provide extension opportunities extend where needed.

We work on individual learning goals in a mixed group environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team of junior tutors, gets the most out of their students in a group setting, and manages a dynamic classroom environment
• Mentor and manage junior tutors, to ensure optimal student experience and learning outcomes
• Provide internal feedback on student progress regularly
• Adjust teaching strategies to maximise learning outcomes, including matching students with appropriate tutors
• Collaborate and provide insight to ensure consistency in teaching quality and student experience
• Accountable for decision-making in adaptive situations, exercising good judgment in a fast-paced classroom environment
• Extends children beyond the current curriculum - including Olympiad, Opportunity Class/ Selective School tests in Maths & Thinking Skills, international syllabi, high school mathematics
• Classroom management including setting firm expectations and managing student behaviour
• Engage with parents, junior tutors and school staff as the on-site accountable point of contact
• Create fun and engaging games that can be played at the end of a lesson to help students with mental calculations or mathematical concepts

What we're looking for

• A Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and/or Education, or related discipline, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Familiarity with the current K-6 curriculum for Maths, including Stage expectations and NAPLAN. Completion of Extension 2 Mathematics preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in tutoring mathematics, including working with, and capably managing, large groups of children from Years K - 6.
• Demonstrated expertise in mathematics curriculum and ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Ability to build rapport with students of all backgrounds, demonstrated empathy with children
• Independent and proactive, responsive to feedback and comfortable with leadership and accountability
• Experience mentoring or training other educators is highly desirable
• Current Working with Children Check (can obtain one prior to onboarding)
• A patient, adaptable approach to addressing diverse learning styles and challenges
• Energetic and enthusiastic, strong interpersonal and communication skills

What we offer

• At Polymath Tutoring, we value our tutors and provide a supportive working environment. We offer competitive remuneration for consistent part-time tutoring work, from 10 - 20 hours weekly. We foster a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions are valued. The part-time nature of this position allows for excellent work-life balance, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility.

About us

Polymath Tutoring is a dedicated education and training organisation based in Sydney, committed to providing high-quality, personalised tutoring support to students in a dynamic group environment. Our mission is to unlock each student's potential through expert instruction, individualised attention and a passion for learning. We work with students across K - 6 and academic abilities, helping them achieve their educational goals. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of tutoring excellence and creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment where every student can thrive.