English Tutor & Program Lead – Yarraville Learning Studio
Matching Minds is preparing to open a new learning studio in Yarraville, and we’re looking for an exceptional English tutor to help us bring the program to life.
This is more than a standard tutoring role.
You’ll help shape and deliver our English program, working with small groups of students in a semi-private environment of no more than four students at a time.
We’re looking for someone who is genuinely excellent at what they do — highly capable in English, reliable, engaging with students and able to adapt their teaching style to suit different learners.
You’ll also be one of the key faces of the Matching Minds Yarraville studio, so professionalism, energy, punctuality and a genuine passion for helping students succeed are essential.
About the role
The studio will operate after school, with sessions generally running between 4pm and 7pm.
We expect this role to initially offer approximately 6–9 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours as the studio grows.
Depending on demand, the English program may operate across several afternoons each week.
Students will be grouped by similar year level and ability where possible, with a maximum of four students in each session.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Delivering engaging semi-private English tutoring sessions
- Helping design, structure and continuously improve the English program
- Assessing students’ literacy skills and identifying areas for development
- Supporting students across reading, writing, spelling, grammar, comprehension and vocabulary
- Helping older students strengthen essay writing, text analysis and written communication
- Tailoring activities and explanations to different learning styles and ability levels
- Supporting multiple students within the same session while ensuring each receives individual attention
- Building confidence in reading, writing and communication
- Developing stronger literacy foundations and independent learning habits
- Monitoring student progress and adjusting the program where needed
- Creating a positive, calm and engaging learning environment
- Communicating professionally with the Matching Minds team and, where appropriate, parents
- Maintaining a high standard of preparation, punctuality and reliability
What we’re looking for
This role will suit someone who is confident taking ownership of a program rather than simply helping students complete their homework.
You’ll ideally be:
- Highly confident teaching English and literacy to primary and secondary students
- An excellent written and verbal communicator
- Strong at explaining writing, grammar and comprehension concepts in a clear and engaging way
- Able to give constructive feedback that helps students improve without undermining their confidence
- Comfortable working with small groups of students at different learning speeds
- Patient, encouraging and able to build strong rapport with young people
- Organised and well prepared
- Extremely reliable and punctual
- Comfortable taking feedback and contributing ideas
- Able to create structure while still adapting to individual students
- Professional and confident communicating with parents and the wider team
- Genuinely passionate about literacy, learning and helping students improve
Previous tutoring or teaching experience is strongly preferred.
We’re particularly interested in applicants studying or qualified in areas such as Education, Arts, English, Literature, Journalism, Communications, Law or other writing-intensive disciplines, although the quality of your teaching ability and communication skills matter most.
Hours and availability
The Yarraville studio is expected to open in approximately six weeks.
The role is expected to provide around 6–9 hours per week initially, generally between 4pm and 7pm on weekdays.
Exact days will depend on student demand and program scheduling.
There may also be opportunities for additional one-on-one tutoring work with Matching Minds students in the local area.
Requirements
To be considered, you’ll need:
- A current Working with Children Check
- Your own ABN
- Strong English and literacy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Availability during weekday afternoons
- The ability to commit consistently to agreed weekly sessions
- Previous tutoring, teaching, coaching or mentoring experience is preferred
About Matching Minds
At Matching Minds, we believe great tutoring starts with the right match.
Every student learns differently, which is why we take the time to understand their personality, learning style and academic goals before matching them with the right tutor and learning environment.
Our new Yarraville studio will extend that approach into small, semi-private learning sessions where students receive individual support while also benefiting from the structure, energy and motivation of learning alongside others.
We’re looking for someone who wants to play an important role in building something from the beginning and helping create an English program that students genuinely enjoy attending.
If you’re an outstanding English tutor who takes pride in your work and wants to help shape a growing learning studio in Yarraville, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: $35.00 – $50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
