Casual tutor

Canberra Learning and Development Centre

Lyneham, ACT 


Tutors / Coaching

Teaching Subject: English , Literacy

Contract Type: Casual/Relief Position

Applications Close: 4 August 2026


We are a specialist tutoring company seeking an engaging, warm, and experienced tutor to work one-on-one with primary and/or high school–aged students who may have learning difficulties, particularly in reading and writing skills. You may be working with existing students on an individual basis, delivering lessons using structured, sequential, evidence-based programs. All materials are provided.

<p>This role requires availability <strong>Monday to Friday</strong>, commencing <strong>in July</strong>. Tutors may be required to work at <strong>either our North or South Canberra locations</strong>.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are someone who:</p> <ul> <li>Has a <strong>genuine love of working with children</strong> and a strong commitment to their development</li> <li>Is patient, encouraging, and able to build strong rapport with students</li> <li>If not experienced but willing to learn about teaching reading and writing using an <strong>explicit, structured teaching approach</strong></li> <li><strong>You have experience teaching the writing process to high school students who may be neurodiverse</strong></li> <li>Is confident working with students who may have learning difficulties or language processing delays</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ideal Background</strong></p> <p>This position would suit:</p> <ul> <li>A <strong>retired or semi-retired learning support teacher</strong></li> <li>Educators with <strong>special education training</strong></li> <li>Tutors with prior experience delivering <strong>explicit literacy instruction</strong></li> <li>Someone with<strong> prior exposure to learning difficulties</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Preference will be given to candidates with:</strong></p> <ul> <li>MSL and/or SPELD training</li> <li>Experience teaching or supporting children on the <strong>Autism Spectrum</strong></li> </ul>
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