We’re Hiring a Primary & High School English Tutor! Want to be the reason students finally ‘get’ English, gain better marks, and build confidence in their studies?
We’re looking for an empathetic, enthusiastic, and independent team member to join our tutoring team at Elevate Specialist Tuition.
Our mission is to guide students and families in their education journey, help students feel in control of their studies, and get into their dream university courses! We specialize in creating personalised learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of each student, fostering both academic excellence and a love for learning. In a few years, we want Elevate Specialist Tuition to be the first place people go to get advice and support for their English studies. I want your help to make this happen!
Position Title: Primary & High School English Tutor
Seeking a private Primary & High School English Tutor…
We're thrilled that this job callout caught your attention!
We’re looking for an empathetic, enthusiastic, and independent team member to join our small team as a Primary & High School English Tutor! This is a role for you to flex your English skills by working closely with students to help them think critically, strengthen their study skills and teach them resilience through an important era of their lives. You’ll be working closely with me (Cathy) to bring Elevate Specialist Tuitions' vision to life. As you progress in your own tutoring journey, there are further opportunities for you to advance in your career into higher positions within Elevate Specialist Tuition.
Expect to start with 1-4 hours of tutoring each week (roughly 1-4 students), with the opportunity to grow as your schedule permits. You will need to be able to travel to in-person classes and will need reliable access to a car or public transport. Some students may prefer remote classes. You should have access to WiFi, your own computer, and a smartphone with a data plan.
We are hoping to have this role begin with us by August 12th or sooner.
Details on the Primary & High School English Tutor Role
The perks :
- Contractor hourly rate between $35-$65 AUD for one-on-one tutoring, depending on your experience and year level of student
- Between $55-$115 for small group tutoring, depending on number of students.
- Your preference of students, location, and a mostly flexible work schedule that is perfect for those that are studying
- All administrative tasks, sourcing of students & consultations handled by EST
- A proud team culture built on excellence, collaboration, growth and understanding
- Comprehensive onboarding and initial training to help you have a smooth journey including access to EST's very own tutor mentor
- Access to EST's curated resources and community-built resources
- Work with some of the top schools in NSW including but not limited to: James Ruse Agricultural High School, Baulkham Hills High School, North Sydney Girls High School and Reddam House
- Rewarding work that makes a difference and see the growth in your students
- Team building and social events to foster a sense of community, and to just have fun!
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Tutoring Dedication:
- Conduct engaging, weekly English tutoring sessions for primary & high school students by building a personal connection with the student
- Develop personalized learning plans tailored to each student's unique needs and goals
- Use engaging teaching methods such as real-life and pop culture examples to build genuine connection and rapport with students
- Establish clear expectations and rules between students to ensure that you are both working collaboratively towards a goal
Progress Tracking:
- Monitor and report on students' progress, adjusting teaching strategies as needed
- Maintain detailed records of sessions, progress reports, and other required documentation
- Break bigger goals down into weekly, manageable and clear steps for each student
Curriculum Confidence:
- Stay current with the Year 2-12 NSW curriculum trends and changes in English
- Use EST resources alongside your own for developing a personalised lesson plan
- Be involved with EST's training workshops and get familiar with EST resources
Student Guidance and Support:
- Offer kind and clear feedback to progress students' learning and development.
- Collaborate with parents and teachers to offer holistic support for the student
- Practice active listening and empathy during lessons to ensure that students' concerns feel heard
- Balance high expectations of your students with understanding, emphasising the importance of learning and not just results
- Manage daily enquiries from parents/students, including scheduling sessions and responding to questions
Family Guidance and Support
- Provide guidance to families that do not understand the Australian education system and curriculum structure
- Provide detailed and frequent feedback to parents to ensure collaboration
- Provide potential subject selection/HSC recommendations to families with children in Years 9-12
- Address parent concerns about students' progress, learning and performance through reassurance and addressing their anxieties through planning
Availability and Commitment
- Be available for tutoring sessions during agreed-upon hours, particularly after-school hours and weekends.
- Need to be able to travel to student's homes
- Need to be responsive and follow-up with EST when given instructions in a reasonable, and timely manner.
- Commit to tutoring lasting roughly a term (10-20 weeks).
Successful applicants should possess:
A true love for education - you believe in the power of knowledge and you’re excited to share what you know with the next generation.
Empathy and patience - you understand that not all students are the same. You get that different students will require different styles of teaching and that they learn at different paces. You also want to create a warm and supportive environment where students feel safe to express ideas, ask questions, and make mistakes without judgment. You’re ready for this challenge, keen to experiment with what works and patient with students.
You love getting to know people - you're genuinely interested in your students as individuals. You enjoy learning about their backgrounds, interests, and aspirations. This curiosity helps you build rapport, tailor your teaching approach, and create a more engaging and personalized learning experience. You understand that strong tutor-student relationships are fundamental to effective education and you're committed to fostering a supportive environment where every student feels valued and understood.
You want to inspire and be a positive role model - at the heart of EST is the understanding that you are more than a tutor to students, you are a mentor. Your students look up to you and you want to set a positive example in your lessons. You also need to provide clear and supportive guidance to help students develop their own independence. You set high but realistic expectations of your students because you believe they are capable of achieving their full potential while also being understanding towards each students' challenges.
Ability to work on your own - you have next level organisational skills and have no issue getting the work done independently while maintaining high standards. You are responsible and are able to take initiative. You are able to manage and regulate your emotions to prevent issues from occurring in the lessons.
Strong interpersonal skills - you feel comfortable having honest (and sometimes hard) conversations with heart, ensuring open and empathetic communication with EST, parents or students. You are responsive to feedback and open to improving your own lessons or teaching practices.
Non-negotiables:
- Must have completed HSC English in NSW with a ATAR of 90+
- OR must have Band 6 in English Advanced (Minimum) and/or are studying in a degree in teaching or education
- Need to be able to travel to students home via car or public transport
- The ability to get things done efficiently and without supervision as an independent tutor
- Passion for connecting with people and building meaningful relationships
- Empathetic & compassionate
- Random bullet point to see if you’re paying attention. If you are, add ‘code uncoded’ next to your name in the application
- Full fluency in English with impeccable written and verbal communication skills
- The hunger and drive to learn more on how to be a better teacher. You understand that all students are different, and that your proactiveness is what keeps performing at your best
- Software technical knowledge of Zoom, Google Meets, Google Docs, Google Slides, Microsoft Word & Powerpoint, and Canva.
Massive brownie points for:
- Any experience as an educator or passion for communicating knowledge
- Any experience working as an education specialist in curriculum, inclusive or gifted education
We are accepting initial applications from now until August 10th, 2026.
You will be notified shortly thereafter if you have been chosen to move forward into the interview process. If you don’t hear from us, thank you so much for applying, and we will keep your application for consideration in the future!
AND LASTLY...
If you are looking for a company and a mission that rewards you for being a great human doing great work, encourages learning, growth and development, and prioritizes creating a joyful, inclusive, and supportive work environment, send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] !
We can’t wait to work with you!
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- What ATAR did you achieve?
- Which English subjects did you study for your HSC? (English Advanced, Ext 1, Ext 2). What were their respective results?
- Are there any subjects other than English you would like to tutor? Please list them and their respective study scores.
- How many students are you willing to take on?
- Are you able to travel to student's homes or to a nearby library/cafe every week via car or public transport?
- Did you complete your High School studies and HSC in NSW?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North West Sydney NSW
