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Tutor From Home. Choose Your Hours. Make a Real Difference.

Our online tutoring team at Cloud Tuition is growing and we're looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable tutors to join us in delivering personalised one-on-one lessons to students from Year 2 through to Year 12.

We specialise in Maths, English and Science, and we're hiring across all three. Whether you're a university student, a recent graduate or an experienced educator, if you've got the subject knowledge and a genuine passion for helping young people learn, we want to hear from you.

Subjects We're Hiring For

• Year 2-12 Maths: Year 2–6, Year 7–9 and Year 10-12 (including QCE Essential Mathematics, General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods and Specialist Mathematics)
• Year 2-12 English: Year 2–6, Year 7–9 and Year 10-12 QCE English
• Year 10-12 Science: Year 10-12 QCE Biology, QCE Chemistry & QCE Physics

You're welcome to tutor across one or multiple subjects depending on your strengths and experience. However, we're looking for tutors who are comfortable teaching at least two primary or secondary subject areas alongside any senior subjects.

Why Tutors Love Working With Cloud Tuition

• We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on tutoring. From onboarding to finding you students, marketing, admin, scheduling and the majority of parent communication, we take care of it. You just show up and tutor.
• We find students for you at no cost. Whenever a new student matches your expertise and availability, we'll send you a Lesson Allocation that you can accept or decline. No pressure, no lock-ins. You're always in control.
• Competitive pay + super. We offer a competitive rate per hour session completed with superannuation paid on top. You're paid weekly, directly into your nominated bank account.
• Genuinely flexible hours. Students typically book recurring weekly sessions, but you choose which allocations to accept and set your own availability. Fit tutoring around your uni schedule, your day job and commitments and update us whenever your schedule changes.
• Learning resources provided. For select subjects, we provide complete curriculum-aligned units so you don't have to create your own materials. We also provide you with access to your own support page with personalised recommendations on how to use our growing Resource Library that you can pull from during sessions.
• Our online tutoring platform is yours to use for free. Lessons are conducted on our interactive online tutoring platform with face-to-face video, audio and collaborative whiteboard with our built-in resource library. No Zoom subscription, no downloads, no fuss. Simply connect to your lessons through your online tutor account with your computer to start tutoring.
• Gain real work experience that counts. Build your resume by developing strong and professional teaching, communication and interpersonal skills that will help you in your career.

"The resources provided are extremely helpful and the team's flexibility and willingness to respond to my questions is greatly appreciated. I am loving the opportunity to work with Cloud Tuition and I'm gaining valuable experience!" — Conor, Secondary Maths Tutor

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and delivering personalised, one-on-one online lessons tailored to each student's learning needs
• Teaching and supporting student learning with concepts, assessment and skills aligned with what they are covering at school and within the Australian Curriculum
• Arriving on time and prepared for all scheduled online tutoring sessions
• Monitoring and assessing student progress on an ongoing basis
• Completing brief lesson overviews after each session to keep parents informed
• Communicating regularly and professionally with the Cloud Tuition management team

What We're Looking For

Essentials:

• Strong subject knowledge in at least two subject areas*
• Current enrolment in or completion of a relevant university qualification (e.g. Education, Science, Engineering, Mathematics or similar)
• A valid Working With Children Check (WWCC), Blue Card (QLD), or equivalent state/territory check or the ability to obtain one prior to commencing. This is a mandatory requirement for this role as it involves child-related work. You must hold a valid check before your first session.
• A valid Australian Business Number (ABN) or willingness to obtain one prior to commencing. As this is an independent contractor arrangement, you will invoice Cloud Tuition for services completed.
• A reliable computer or laptop with high-speed internet, a working webcam, microphone/headset and preferably a digital writing stylus (e.g. Apple Pencil, Wacom tablet or similar)
• A quiet, distraction-free workspace suitable for professional video sessions
• Strong communication skills and a genuine passion for teaching
• Minimum availability of 3+ hours per week during peak tutoring hours: Monday-Friday (4:00pm – 9:00pm) and/or weekends (9:00am – 9:00pm)
• Ability to commit to recurring weekly sessions at consistent time slots
• Must be located in Australia and have the right to work in Australia

*Examples of your tutoring expertise may include: Year 7-9 Maths + Year 10-12 QCE Maths Methods, Year 2-6 English + Year 2-6 Maths, Year 2-6 Maths + Year 7-9 Maths + Year 10-12 QCE Maths Methods)

Highly Regarded:

• A strong ATAR (97+) or high study scores/marks in your tutoring subject(s). Equivalent academic qualifications or demonstrated subject expertise are also valued.
• Prior tutoring, teaching or mentoring experience
• Familiarity with the Australian Curriculum and relevant state-based senior syllabi (QCE, HSC, VCE, ATAR/WACE, SACE, etc.)

Don't meet every single requirement? If you're passionate about education and strong in your subject area, we still encourage you to apply.

Schedule & Availability

• Location: Fully remote (work from home, anywhere in Australia)
• Hours: Flexible (afternoon, evening and weekend sessions available)
• Days: Monday to Sunday (you choose your availability)
• Commitment: Ongoing contractor arrangement with no lock-in period

Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• What ATAR score (or equivalent, e.g. OP, UAI) did you achieve? If you did not complete an ATAR, please describe your relevant qualifications or subject expertise instead.
• What subjects are you comfortable teaching? Please provide the year level ranges for each (e.g. Year 2–10 Maths, Year 11–12 Mathematical Methods).
• Do you have any prior tutoring or teaching experience? If so, please briefly describe it and include how long you've been tutoring, the subjects and year levels you've covered and how you've personally helped a student improve or achieve a goal. If you don't have tutoring experience yet, tell us about a time you've explained something to someone and helped them understand it.
• Please describe how you would personalise the learning support you provide to a student and provide feedback if they need to catch up on content, prepare for an assessment or extend their learning.
• Please list your availability by providing as many possible days and time ranges of the week that you are free to conduct online lessons during peak hours (Mon–Fri 4–9 pm and/or weekends 9 am–9 pm).
• Are you currently located in Australia and do you have the right to work in Australia?
• Do you hold a current Working With Children Check, Blue Card or equivalent for your state/territory? If not, are you willing and able to obtain one before commencing?
• Do you hold a current Australian Business Number (ABN)? If not, are you willing to obtain one before commencing?
• Do you have access to a reliable computer with high-speed internet, a webcam, a headset/microphone and a digital writing stylus?

Education:

• High School (Year 12) (Required)

Work Location: Remote