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We are seeking a passionate and engaging teacher to join our team at the Kip McGrath Education Centre in Belconnen in a combined tutor/assessor role. This is an exciting opportunity for qualified or soon-to-be qualified Early Childhood and Primary teachers or Learning support workers who bring energy, positivity, and a genuine love of teaching.
At Kip McGrath, we are dedicated to helping students aged 5–15 build strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. Our goal is to support students to catch up, keep up, and reach their full potential—both in school and beyond.
Our unique approach combines one-to-one teaching within small group settings, allowing tutors to deliver explicit instruction, provide targeted feedback, and tailor learning to each student’s individual needs and pace.
Availability
We are looking for tutors who can commit to 1–4 afternoons per week, teaching/assessing 2–3 sessions per day between 3:00pm and 7:30pm, Monday to Thursday.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons using the Kip McGrath methodology and curriculum
- Conduct initial assessments to ascertain students learning levels in English and Maths using Kip McGrath assessment material.
- Support students in a positive and encouraging manner to build confidence and self-esteem
- Learn and utilise our advanced software to plan and deliver both face-to-face and online lessons
- Maintain consistent attendance and commitment to scheduled classes
- Build strong, professional relationships with students and parents
- Provide high-quality literacy and/or numeracy instruction tailored to individual learning needs
- Monitor and record student progress and goals on a weekly basis.
- Communicate student progress through both verbal and written feedback to parents
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- A degree in Early Childhood and Primary Education (or be in your final year)
- Work as a student learning support officer.
- A current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) Card
- A friendly, professional, and approachable manner
- Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently when required
- An enthusiastic and vibrant personality
- Confidence in using technology (own laptop preferred)
- A genuine passion for teaching and learning
- Excellent organisational skills, reliability, and attention to detail
- Willingness to teach both in-centre and online following training
HOW TO APPLY
We are not requesting a copy of your resume at this stage, so please complete the requested work history & education information on the application page (You are welcome to include any certificates or licenses in the education section) and we will be in touch!
Teachers love the flexibility of working with Kip McGrath. With custom-built software, our teachers are able to deliver quality lesson plans with only minutes of planning and very little marking. Be paid above award rates.
If this sounds like you, then what are you waiting for?
