Lead Online Tutor

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary raises

Health insurance

PTO & sick leave

Professional development

Durban-based team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Lead Online Tutor to oversee and mentor a team of online tutors, ensuring high-quality instructional support and a positive student experience. The role requires strong leadership and a commitment to coaching peers in an online learning environment.

You will monitor tutor performance, develop training materials, and coordinate schedules to ensure consistent student coverage, while driving improvements in tutoring protocols.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or a relevant subject area.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching or tutoring experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience with online learning platforms and virtual tutoring tools.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy and student support strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a remote team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of online tutors, ensuring high-quality instructional support.
• Monitor tutor performance and student feedback, implementing improvements as needed.
• Develop and refine tutoring protocols and best practices for online delivery.
• Manage tutor schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all student support needs.
• Serve as a point of escalation for student or tutor concerns.
• Contribute to the development of training materials for new tutors.

Skills

Leadership

Training/Mentoring

Communication

Remote team motivation

Conflict-resolution

Pedagogy

Education

Master's degree in Education

Tools

Online learning platforms

Virtual tutoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and dedicated Lead Online Tutor to manage and mentor a team of online tutors in Durban . This role requires a strong background in education, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for facilitating student success in an online learning environment. You will be responsible for overseeing the quality of tutoring services, providing training and support to your team, and ensuring a positive learning experience for all students. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned educator to take on a leadership role within a growing educational institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of online tutors, ensuring high-quality instructional support.
• Monitor tutor performance and student feedback, implementing improvements as needed.
• Develop and refine tutoring protocols and best practices for online delivery.
• Manage tutor schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all student support needs.
• Serve as a point of escalation for student or tutor concerns.
• Contribute to the development of training materials for new tutors.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Education or a relevant subject area.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in teaching or tutoring, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role .
• Demonstrated experience with online learning platforms and virtual tutoring tools .
• Strong understanding of pedagogy and student support strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate a remote team effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based raises.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and sick leave benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment based in Durban .