TIMSS & PISA Specialist Tutor

WorkspaceOnlineStudent's homeTutor's home (where approved)SchoolsCompetition training campsWorkshop venuesFreelance / Commission-BasedAbout the RoleRequirementsRole OverviewWe are seeking an analytical and experienced TIMSS & PISA Specialist Tutorto support learners in developing the mathematical, scientific, reading, and problem-solving competencies assessed through international benchmarking studies.
The successful candidate will prepare students using competency-based, application-focused, and reasoning-rich instruction aligned with the skills commonly assessed in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study and the Programme for International Student Assessment.
This role is intended to improve underlying academic competencies rather than coach students to memorise confidential or restricted assessment content.

Key Responsibilities
Assess learners’ current skills in mathematics, science, reading, and applied problem-solvingDevelop personalised or group-based preparation programmesTeach higher-order thinking, reasoning, interpretation, application, and real-world problem-solvingSupport mathematics skills including number, algebra, geometry, measurement, data, and probabilitySupport science skills across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, and scientific inquiryDevelop reading literacy, information retrieval, interpretation, evaluation, and written reasoningTeach learners to analyse graphs, charts, tables, diagrams, and multi-step informationDevelop scientific reasoning, evidence evaluation, and experimental interpretationTeach mathematical modelling and application in authentic contextsSupport digital problem-solving and computer-based assessment readinessUse publicly available released items and educator-created practice materialsFamiliarise learners with common question formats without reproducing restricted assessment materialsTeach time management, question interpretation, and response-planning strategiesDevelop learner confidence in unfamiliar and interdisciplinary problemsAnalyse errors and identify recurring competency gapsProvide intervention plans based on assessment resultsSupport schools with enrichment sessions, workshops, and targeted learner programmes where appropriateCommunicate progress clearly to parents, schools, and programme coordinatorsMaintain academic integrity, confidentiality, and professional boundariesMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Education, Mathematics, Science, English, Educational Assessment, Curriculum Studies, Psychology, or a related fieldMOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtainMinimum 3 years’ experience teaching Mathematics, Science, English, or assessment preparationStrong understanding of competency-based and international benchmarking assessmentsDemonstrated experience teaching applied reasoning and higher-order thinkingStrong data interpretation and analytical skillsPreferred QualificationsMaster’s degree in Education, Educational Assessment, Curriculum and Instruction, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Literacy, or a related disciplinePGCE, B.
Ed., QTS, or recognised teaching qualificationExperience supporting schools with TIMSS, PISA, PIRLS, or other international assessmentsExperience in school improvement, assessment coordination, or curriculum leadershipExperience analysing learner-performance dataKnowledge of international assessment frameworksExperience delivering teacher training or school workshopsFamiliarity with computer-based assessment environmentsUAE Licensing RequirementsTutors providing direct private educational instruction in the UAE must hold a valid MOHRE Tutor Permit or equivalent work must not claim to represent the OECD, IEA, TIMSS, PISA, PIRLS, or any official assessment authority unless formally appointed and authorised.
Tutors must not obtain, reproduce, distribute, or teach confidential, restricted, leaked, or unauthorised assessment materials. Preparation must use publicly released content, curriculum-aligned materials, and independently developed practice activities.
UAE Visa & Work EligibilityApplicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:Own UAE Employment VisaGreen VisaFreelance PermitDependent Visa with legal work eligibilityAny other valid UAE work authorisationRequired Experience3+ years teaching relevant academic subjectsExperience delivering assessment-focused interventionExperience teaching applied reasoning and problem-solvingExperience analysing assessment dataExperience creating competency-based learning activitiesExperience supporting individual learners or school groupsExperience communicating results and intervention recommendationsRequired SkillsTIMSS preparationPISA preparationCompetency-based educationMathematical literacyScientific literacyReading literacyHigher-order thinkingReal-world problem-solvingData interpretationAssessment analysisProgress monitoringEducational reportingWorkshop facilitationAcademic integrityParent and school communi