Computer Science Tutor

Oxford Summer Courses; Oxford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is looking for passionate instructors to lead summer courses in Oxford, from June to August 2025. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive classroom environment for students aged 13-15. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject and experience with young learners, showing flexibility and creativity in their teaching approach. Join us to inspire young minds and help them thrive during their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or working with young people in a similar role.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learning styles.
• Strong awareness of safeguarding for young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging courses for students aged 13-15.
• Provide feedback and support student development.
• Ensure student welfare and attend to safeguarding.

Skills

Flexibility

Creativity

Classroom Management

Inclusivity

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant subject

Job description

Use your expertise to develop and teach an engaging syllabus that inspires curiosity and helps students thrive during a pivotal stage of their learning journey.

About the role

Dates: For course dates between end of June and end of August 2025

Pay: £32 to £55 per hour, equivalent to minimum £864 per course. Pay bands depend on subject knowledge and relevant teaching experience. Accommodation and travel expenses not covered.

Working pattern: 24 hrs of lessons per 2-week course. Preparation allowance depends on class size.

Main duties

• Plan your own course - Use your subject expertise to prepare engaging topics and teaching materials tailored to a class of up to 8 students aged 13-15.
• Seminar-style teaching - Foster a positive classroom atmosphere where good behaviour and focus contribute to a productive learning experience for all.
• Set assignments - Guide students through a positive, yet challenging learning journey, helping them achieve their potential and explore interests through independent study.
• Provide feedback - Support students' academic development through individual feedback on work set, informal feedback on other work completed and personalised reports at the end of the course.

• Complete an induction - Familiarise yourself with company procedures, logistical requirements and safeguarding in advance.
• Support students: Record attendance and stay attentive to student welfare and safeguarding, reporting any concerns to keep students safe.

About you

• You're passionate about sharing your subject
• You approach lesson planning with flexibility and creativity, adapting to diverse learning styles.
• You thrive in managing a range of classroom dynamics, creating an inclusive environment where every student can succeed.
• Your teaching practices are rooted in inclusivity, ensuring all students feel valued.
• With a strong awareness of safeguarding, you are committed to creating a safe and supportive learning space for young people.

Essential

• Bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant subject
• Experience teaching or working with young people in a similar role
• Excellent at planning creative classes and engaging teaching
• Proven ability to adapt to suit the learning needs of young international students
• Right to work in the UK (we cannot sponsor work visas for this role)

Desirable

• Experienced in teaching across primary and secondary levels
• Comfortable working with non-native speakers
• Working towards or holding a PGCE, QTS, or other relevant teaching qualifications