Snowsports Academy Tutor (Full time, Perisher)

The Scots College; Smiggin Holes; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Scots College is seeking a Snowsports Academy Tutor to support students at Lions Lair Lodge, Smiggin Holes. This residential role demands a commitment to academic and pastoral support, encouraging student wellbeing and engagement.

The successful candidate will provide academic assistance, supervise students, and foster personal growth through the outdoors.

This position requires a qualified teacher with a passion for education and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Strong judgement for risk management.
• Ability to support groups of students in a residential environment.
• Commitment to student wellbeing and pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support during study sessions.
• Assist with supervision of students on campus.
• Monitor student safety and participation.
• Facilitate campus pastoral care session.
• Support the delivery of online classroom learning.
• Monitor student safety, participation and achievement.
• Assist in promoting and teaching Snowsports opportunities for students.
• Demonstrate and apply sound risk management practices.
• Contribute to programming, emergency and risk management procedures.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and staff.
• Attend staff training and professional development programs.

Skills

Passion for education and student development

Interpersonal and communication skills

Risk management awareness

Collaborative and team-oriented

Flexibility and resilience

Education

Qualified classroom teacher

Experience supporting student learning and wellbeing

Job description

About the Role

Working closely with the Director of the Snowsports Academy, the Snowsports Academy Tutor plays a key role in supporting students academically and pastorally throughout their stay at Lions Lair Lodge, Smiggin Holes.

The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality residential learning experience while fostering resilience, teamwork, independence and personal growth among students.

This role involves academic support, supervision and participation in the broader life of the Snowsports Academy and requires a strong commitment to student wellbeing, safety and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic support during study sessions and study days
• Assist with the supervision of students on campus
• Support the wellbeing and pastoral care of students
• Facilitate campus pastoral care session
• Support the delivery of online classroom learning
• Monitor student safety, participation and achievement
• Assist in promoting and teaching Snowsports opportunities for students
• Demonstrate and apply sound risk management practices
• Contribute to programming, emergency and risk management procedures
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and staff
• Attend staff training and professional development programs

About You

• A genuine passion for education and student development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to lead and support groups of students in a residential environment
• A commitment to student wellbeing and pastoral care
• Sound judgement and risk management awareness
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Flexibility, resilience and professionalism
• A commitment to maintaining high standards in teaching and learning

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified classroom teacher
• Experience supporting student learning and wellbeing

Desirable Qualifications

• Ski or Snowboard Instructor certification
• Experience in outdoor education or residential programs

Working Conditions

This is a residential seasonal role based at Lions Lair Lodge, Smiggin Holes. The position operates six days per week during the six-week academic program, with one scheduled weekend off during the season. Due to the residential nature of the role, staff are expected to work outside standard school hours and participate fully in campus life.

To Apply

To apply, please include a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a tutor?
• Have you completed a qualification in teaching?
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
• How many years' experience do you have in a Teaching Role?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have experience working with children?