Online IGCSE Biology Tutor job at Remote Full Time

We are seeking an experienced, reliable online Biology tutor to provide focused weekly lessons for a learner preparing for IGCSE/Cambridge examinations. The tutor will deliver 1–2 hours of one-on-one instruction each week, track progress, and prepare the learner for exam-style questions and assessment techniques.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver 1–2 hours of one-on-one online tutoring each week.
• Create lesson plans tailored to the learner’s syllabus, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Teach and reinforce core IGCSE/Cambridge Biology topics, practical skills, and scientific vocabulary.
• Provide exam preparation: past-paper practice, timing strategies, mark schemes, and feedback.
• Set and review short homework tasks and mini-assessments.
• Monitor progress and provide concise progress reports or updates to the learner/guardian.
• Communicate professionally and promptly about scheduling, lesson goals, and outcomes.

Required qualifications and experience

• Completed IGCSE/Cambridge international exams in Biology and achieved an A at A level (or equivalent Cambridge A*–A).
• Current university student or university graduate (science, education, or related degree preferred).
• Prior tutoring or teaching experience with IGCSE/Cambridge Biology is strongly preferred.
• Strong familiarity with IGCSE/Cambridge exam formats, mark schemes, and practical assessment requirements.
• Reliable internet connection, suitable online teaching setup (camera, microphone), and ability to use video-conferencing tools (Zoom, Teams, Google Meet).
• Resident of South Africa (must live in South Africa).

Skills and attributes

• Clear communicator with excellent English language skills.
• Patient, organized, and punctual.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in simple, exam-focused terms.
• Comfortable creating and assessing past-paper style questions and providing actionable feedback.

Terms and compensation

• Part-time, freelance/contract basis.
• 1–2 hours per week; exact schedule to be agreed.
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience (state your rate when applying).
• Opportunities for longer-term engagement based on progress and fit.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: Remote