VCE Biology Tutor

Contour Education; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Melbourne is seeking an Entry Level VCE Biology Tutor to deliver engaging group classes that help students master Biology. The ideal candidate will have a 99+ ATAR and a passion for teaching, capable of simplifying complex concepts to enhance student understanding. This role offers competitive pay, high-quality resources, and pathways for professional development.

Benefits

Monthly team allowance for subscriptions

Birthday Leave

Competitive pay and benefits

Qualifications

• Commit to a full academic year with 10+ hours weekly availability.
• Demonstrate energy, empathy, independence, and a proactive mindset.
• Align with Contour’s mission (signed NDA and non-compete agreement required).

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, structured VCE Biology lessons.
• Motivate students to engage with content and practice deliberately.
• Build genuine connections with students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to simplify complex concepts

Passion for helping students

Education

99+ ATAR with 45+ raw study score in Biology

First-year university level knowledge or above in Biology

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the VCE Biology Tutor role at Contour Education.

Teach students who shape the future. Contour Education transforms the way students learn with world-class workbooks designed by subject experts. You’ll lead engaging group classes (8–20 students), helping students build confidence, master Biology, and excel in exams, while sharing your passion for science.

What You Will Do

• Teach — Deliver clear, structured VCE Biology 1/2 and 3/4 lessons that build conceptual understanding and exam technique.
• Coach — Motivate students to engage with content, practice deliberately, and improve week to week.
• Mentor — Share study strategies and relatable stories to build student confidence.
• Connect — Build genuine connections so students feel supported and motivated.

What You Will Bring

• 99+ ATAR with 45+ raw study score in Biology (or equivalent subject mastery)
• First-year university level knowledge or above in Biology
• Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts
• Energy, empathy, independence and a proactive mindset
• A full academic year commitment with 10+ hours weekly availability
• Alignment with Contour’s mission (Signed NDA and non-compete agreement required)
• A genuine passion for helping students succeed

Why You Will Love It

• Tutor group classes — Impact multiple students at once.
• High-quality resources — Teach from expertly designed workbooks; no need to create your own.
• Student ecosystem — Access to homework, workshops, practice SACs/exams, free 1:1 consults, 24/7 text-support and LMS.
• World-class training support — Hands-on training, class sit-ins and personalised feedback.
• Grow with us — Clear progression to Senior Tutor, Tutoring Team Leader or Head of Subject.
• Flexibility — Evening and weekend classes designed to fit around uni.
• Competitive pay & benefits — Earn $50–$75/hour base, with bonuses bringing this to $64–$100/hour for a 2-hour class.
• Unique perks — Monthly team allowance for subscriptions you love and Birthday Leave.

How to Apply

Apply now with your CV, ATAR results and a short paragraph about why you’d make a great Biology tutor. If you’ve just completed Year 12 and are waiting for results, apply now — we’ll progress your application and confirm eligibility once results are released.

Application Process

• Submit your written application (CV and study scores)
• Submit a short video (5–10 minutes) of you tutoring with a sample workbook we provide
• Attend an in-person interview, which includes Q&A and teaching a mock small-group class

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Education