Learning goes beyond the material covered in lessons and assignments. Having the right guidance, encouragement and support along the way can make an important difference.
EMSS Lead STEM Mentors work with learners throughout their programme journey, helping them stay engaged, navigate challenges and make the most of the opportunities available to them.
Each EMSS Regional Centre has a dedicated Lead STEM Mentor who provides learners with regular academic guidance and support throughout the programme.
Mentors lead a two-hour, in-person academic support session each week, helping learners reinforce key Mathematics and Physical Sciences concepts, prepare for exams and work through areas where they may need additional support.
Their support continues between sessions too. Mentors monitor learners’ progress and assignment completion on the EMSS digital campus, follow up when learners fall behind and are available via WhatsApp to respond to academic and programme-related questions.
They also support learners through key EMSS activities during the year, including benchmark assessments, Winter School and exam preparation.
A two-hour, in-person academic support session each week.
Learners’ progress and assignment completion monitored on the EMSS digital campus.
Available to respond to academic and programme-related questions.
Benchmark assessments, Winter School and exam preparation.
EMSS Lead STEM Mentors play an important role in supporting learners academically, keeping them engaged and helping them make steady progress throughout the programme.
This is a paid, part-time independent contractor position for qualified Mathematics and Physical Sciences educators who are passionate about supporting young people and interested in using both face-to-face and digital learning to help learners achieve their potential.
The role requires an estimated commitment of 7–10 hours per week, including a weekly two-hour in-person academic session, learner progress monitoring, WhatsApp support, reporting and administration.
7–10 hours
per week, estimated commitment
2 hours
weekly in-person academic session
Paid, part-time
independent contractor position
A recognised BEd or PGCE (FET Phase)
Valid SACE registration
A specialisation in Mathematics and/or Physical Sciences
At least three years’ experience teaching FET Mathematics or Physical Sciences
Your own reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s licence
The ability to travel within your assigned regional area
Confidence using digital learning and reporting tools
The ability to commit to weekly learner support and required EMSS events and training
Experience mentoring or supporting high-performing learners is an advantage.
