History Tutor — O Level

Workspace
Online (remote)
Student's home
Tutor's home (where approved)
Schools (where contracted)
Community venues (where applicable)

Role Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging History Tutor — O Level / IGCSEto support students in developing strong historical knowledge, source-analysis skills, essay writing, critical thinking, and examination technique.

The successful candidate will deliver personalised lessons aligned with Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel, OxfordAQA, and other recognised O Level and IGCSE History specifications. You will help students understand historical causation, consequence, change, continuity, significance, interpretation, and evidence while preparing them confidently for external examinations.

Key Responsibilities

Assess students’ historical knowledge, learning gaps, writing skills, and target grades

Deliver personalised O Level and IGCSE History tuition

Teach relevant modern, world, regional, and depth-study topics according to the student’s examination specification

Develop understanding of chronology, causation, consequence, change, continuity, significance, and historical interpretation

Teach students how to analyse primary and secondary sources

Develop structured paragraphing, evidence-based argument, essay planning, and extended writing

Support learners with source-based, structured, and essay-style examination questions

Teach effective use of historical evidence, examples, dates, individuals, and events

Use past papers, mark schemes, examiner reports, and syllabus objectives to guide tuition

Prepare revision plans, timelines, topic summaries, flashcards, and retrieval-practice activities

Conduct mock assessments and provide detailed feedback

Support coursework or internally assessed components where applicable

Monitor progress and communicate regularly with students and parents

Stay informed about examination board specifications and syllabus updates

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in History, Education, Politics, International Relations, Humanities, or a related field

MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain

Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching or tutoring History

Strong knowledge of O Level or IGCSE History requirements

Excellent written communication and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

PGCE, B.Ed., QTS, or recognised teaching qualification

Experience teaching Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, OxfordAQA, AQA, or equivalent History specifications

Experience as an examiner, moderator, curriculum coordinator, or subject leader

Master’s degree in History, Education, Politics, or a related discipline

Proven experience improving students’ essay writing and external examination results

UAE Licensing Requirements

Tutors and educational specialists operating in the UAE are required to hold a valid MOHRE Tutor Permit or equivalent work authorisation. Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant permit before providing in-person services. Please ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations.

UAE Visa & Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:

Own UAE Employment Visa

Green Visa

Freelance Permit

Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

Any other valid UAE work authorisation

Required Experience

2+ years teaching or tutoring History

Experience preparing learners for O Level or IGCSE examinations

Experience teaching source analysis, historical interpretation, and essay writing

Experience using past papers, mark schemes, and examiner reports

Required Skills

O Level and IGCSE History instruction

Historical source analysis

Essay writing and argument development

Chronology and contextual knowledge

Critical thinking

Examination preparation

Past-paper analysis

Revision planning

Student assessment and feedback

Parent communication

Clear explanation of complex historical topics

Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

Competitive session rates

Work from home or deliver sessions at students’ homes / schools

Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Opportunity to help students understand the past and achieve strong examination outcomes

Simone’s Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.

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