Online Tutor Coordinator

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Fully remote

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Online Tutor Coordinator for a fully remote role. You will recruit, train, schedule, and monitor a team of online tutors delivering academic support across subjects in a virtual learning environment.

You will ensure high-quality tutoring, maintain performance records, liaise with tutors, and drive program effectiveness. A strong educational background and experience with LMS are required, with an emphasis on communication and organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field, or extensive experience in academic administration.
• Minimum of 3 years coordinating educational programs, tutoring, or managing a team, preferably in an online setting.
• Proven experience with online tutoring platforms and learning management systems.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide tutors effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard qualified online tutors across a range of academic subjects.
• Develop and deliver training programs for tutors on effective online teaching strategies, platform usage, and student engagement techniques.
• Create and manage tutor schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and timely support for students.
• Monitor tutor performance through feedback, session reviews, and student progress reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tutors, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing ongoing support.
• Maintain accurate records of tutor activities, student interactions, and program effectiveness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and proactive Online Tutor Coordinator for a fully remote position, managing a team of tutors supporting students across various subjects. You will be responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and monitoring the performance of online tutors to ensure high-quality academic support is delivered. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a passion for education and student success in a virtual learning environment. You will play a key role in maintaining the standards and effectiveness of our online tutoring services.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and onboard qualified online tutors across a range of academic subjects.
• Develop and deliver training programs for tutors on effective online teaching strategies, platform usage, and student engagement techniques.
• Create and manage tutor schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and timely support for students.
• Monitor tutor performance through feedback, session reviews, and student progress reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tutors, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing ongoing support.
• Maintain accurate records of tutor activities, student interactions, and program effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, a related field, or extensive experience in academic administration.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in coordinating educational programs, tutoring, or managing a team, preferably in an online setting.
• Proven experience with online tutoring platforms and learning management systems.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and guide tutors effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant software such as Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in online education management.
• Be part of a growing educational technology company making a difference.