VCE Physics Assistant Tutor

Contour-Education; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 41,000 - 103,000; Full time

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Job summary

Contour Education in Melbourne is seeking a driven VCE Physics Assistant Tutor to join our Glen Waverley campus. You will support lead tutors in small-group classes (8–20 students) and conduct 1-on-1 video consultations.

This role offers a hybrid work-from-home component and requires availability on Thursdays and Saturdays on campus, plus online Mondays.

Qualifications

• 99+ ATAR and 45+ raw study scores in VCE Physics
• First-year university–level knowledge or above in Physics
• Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts
• Energy, empathy, independence, and a proactive mindset
• Prior tutoring or teaching experience (preferred, but not essential)
• A full academic year commitment
• Ability to commit to weekly classes
• Willingness to travel to campuses (Glen Waverley, Springvale, Narre Warren, Bentleigh)
• Alignment with Contour’s mission (non-compete agreement)
• Genuine passion for helping and motivating students to reach potential

Responsibilities

• Support - act as a secondary tutor during classes (two tutors in most classes)
• Consult - conduct 1-on-1 video consultations outside class hours
• Assist - provide ongoing text-based support after class
• Review - proofread and review learning materials for quality and accuracy
• Mentor - share anecdotal stories of success and failure
• Connect - build genuine connections with students and inspire them

Skills

Strong communication

Enthusiasm for teaching

Tutoring experience

Proactive mindset

Education

First-year university physics or higher

Job description

Teach students who shape the future.

At Contour Education, we don’t just tutor - we transform the way students learn.

We’re looking for a driven and committed VCE Physics Assistant Tutor to join our team at our Glen Waverley campus. We’re seeking someone who is available to work at our Glen Waverley campus on Thursdays and Saturdays, as well as online on Mondays.

As an Assistant Tutor, you’ll support our lead tutors in dynamic group classes (8–20 students), helping students deepen their understanding, build confidence, and achieve outstanding results, all while sharing your enthusiasm for learning and education. This is your chance to inspire students, grow as a communicator and leader, and pass on your passion to the next generation of high achievers.

This role also offers a hybrid work-from-home component for consultations and text-based support.

Who We Are

At Contour, we’re reshaping education, one student at a time.

Born from the frustration of students who knew the system could be better, we set out to build what we once wished existed: tutoring that actually works. Not generic classes. Not recycled notes. Not overpriced, overcrowded rooms with an out-of-touch teacher who couldn’t relate. But a complete ecosystem of tutoring, resources, and support, meticulously designed to help every student reach their full potential.

Since 2020, over 10,000+ students have trusted Contour to guide their academic journey, and we’ve grown to over 300+ team members. We’ve produced hundreds of 99+ ATARs, tutored the World-Record UCAT scorer, and placed more students into medical school than any school in Australia.

Our growth is a testament to the simple philosophy: Put the student first, always. Everything we design, from our world-class tutor-training programs to our purpose-built campuses, exists to help students master content faster, perform with confidence, and even rekindle the joy of learning.

Contour is a group of three brands united by one goal: to give every student the best chance to achieve their full potential:

• Contour Education: Reshaping how students master their high school subjects with small-group tutoring, structured resources, and 1-on-1 support across Maths, Science, and English.
• Contour Medprep: Reshaping medical preparation with a proven, step-by-step pathway through the UCAT, interviews, and admissions, led by a team of 100+ medical students.
• Contour TestPrep: Reshaping test preparation, starting with the selective entry exam, through rigorous tutoring, mock exams, and data-driven feedback to give students a decisive advantage.

This is Contour. Built by students, for students.

What You Will Do

• Support - You'll act as a secondary tutor during classes (most classes have two tutors), helping address student questions and clarifying concepts while the primary tutor teaches.
• Consult - Conduct 1-on-1 video consultations outside of class hours, which students can book at no extra cost.
• Assist - Provide ongoing text-based support to answer student questions promptly after class.
• Review - Proofread and review learning materials (workbooks, notes, SACs/Exams) to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Mentor - Be a mentor for students, telling anecdotal stories of success & failure.
• Connect - Build genuine connections with students. You're relatable, making it easy to relate and inspire.

Note: All additional support provided to students outside of scheduled class hours is completely free for students, but you'll be fully compensated for your time and effort!

What You Will Bring

• 99+ ATAR and 45+ raw study scores in VCE Physics .
• First-year university–level knowledge or above in Physics.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Energy, empathy, independence, and a proactive mindset.
• Prior tutoring or teaching experience (preferred, but not essential).
• A full academic year commitment (no long-term travel or overseas exchange trips).
• Ability to commit to weekly classes (consistent attendance required).
• Willingness to travel to our campuses (Glen Waverley, Springvale, Narre Warren, Bentleigh).
• Alignment with Contour’s mission (non-compete agreement required).
• A genuine passion for helping and motivating students to achieve their potential.

Why You Will Love It

• Tutor Group Classes - Assist and energise groups of students! You’ll leverage your expertise in a vibrant learning environment without the headache of admin work.
• High Quality of Resources Provided - Teach off a Workbook, rather than winging it! No need to make any resources! We provide detailed solutions, expertly developed VCE resources, and comprehensive notes.
• Minimal Admin Work - Leave the paperwork behind! Our dedicated support teams handle scheduling, attendance, payments, and enrolments, letting you focus solely on supporting student learning.
• World-Class Tutoring Training Support - Join a supportive and energetic team! You’ll get thorough onboarding, regular check-ins, and in-class feedback to help you improve quickly.
• Grow With Us - As you gain experience, there are clear pathways for progression into primary tutor roles, Senior Tutor, or even Tutoring Team Leader , offering higher pay and greater responsibility.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Assistant Tutors earn $30 per hour, while Primary Tutors enjoy $50-$75 per hour base for 2-hour classes, with potential bonuses boosting earnings even higher.
• Unique Perks - Enjoy great perks like paid subscriptions to Netflix, Spotify, Apple Music, Uber One, Amazon Prime, and more.