Maths & Logic Olympiads Tutor

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and academically accomplished Maths & Logic Olympiads Tutor to prepare gifted, high-achieving, and competition-focused students for national and international mathematics, logic, and problem-solving competitions.

The successful candidate will deliver advanced, personalised coaching that extends beyond the standard school curriculum. Lessons should develop mathematical reasoning, creative problem-solving, proof techniques, pattern recognition, logical deduction, strategic thinking, speed, accuracy, resilience, and confidence under competition conditions.

The tutor may support primary, secondary, and pre-university learners preparing for age-appropriate Olympiads, mathematics challenges, logic competitions, entrance examinations, and gifted education programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess students’ mathematical ability, reasoning skills, competition experience, and preparation goals

• Develop personalised Olympiad and competition-preparation plans

• Deliver advanced one-to-one and small-group Mathematics and Logic coaching

• Teach non-routine problem-solving strategies that extend beyond standard curriculum methods

• Develop learners’ abilities in number theory, algebra, geometry, combinatorics, probability, sequences, inequalities, and logical reasoning

• Introduce mathematical proof, justification, conjecture, and counterexample techniques at an age-appropriate level

• Teach pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, deduction, elimination, and strategic trial-and-improvement methods

• Prepare students for relevant national and international mathematics competitions within the tutor’s expertise

• Use previous competition papers, challenge questions, timed exercises, and mock Olympiad rounds

• Help learners interpret complex questions and identify efficient solution pathways

• Develop mental mathematics, estimation, checking methods, and computational accuracy

• Teach students how to present complete, logical, and clearly structured solutions

• Support learners preparing for individual and team-based competitions

• Analyse recurring errors and develop targeted improvement activities

• Build perseverance, intellectual curiosity, confidence, and resilience when solving unfamiliar problems

• Recommend suitable competitions based on the learner’s age, ability, curriculum, and interests

• Monitor progress and provide detailed feedback to students and parents

• Collaborate with Simone’s Tutoring Mathematics, gifted education, coding, and academic competition specialists

• Promote ethical competition participation, academic integrity, and positive sportsmanship

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics Education, or a closely related field

• MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain

• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching advanced Mathematics, Logic, or competition-level problem-solving

• Strong knowledge of mathematical Olympiad topics and non-routine problem-solving methods

• Demonstrated ability to explain advanced concepts clearly to school-aged learners

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or doctorate in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

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

• Previous participation in or coaching experience for Mathematics Olympiads

• Record of students achieving distinctions, medals, finalist positions, or competition advancement

• Experience coaching gifted and talented learners

• Experience with competitions such as the International Mathematical Olympiad pathway, Kangaroo Mathematics, UK Mathematics Trust challenges, SASMO, AMC, or equivalent programmes

• Experience designing advanced Mathematics enrichment programmes

  
  

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

• Golden Visa

• Green Visa

• Freelance Permit

• Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

• Any other valid UAE work authorisation

  
  

Required Experience

• 3+ years teaching advanced Mathematics, Logic, or competition-level problem-solving

• Experience coaching gifted, talented, or high-achieving learners

• Experience preparing students for Mathematics Olympiads or academic competitions

• Experience using past competition papers and timed practice activities

• Experience teaching proof, reasoning, and non-routine problem-solving

• Experience delivering personalised one-to-one or small-group coaching

  
  

Required Skills

• Mathematics Olympiad preparation

• Advanced mathematical reasoning

• Logical deduction

• Number theory

• Algebra and inequalities

• Geometry

• Combinatorics

• Probability and strategic counting

• Mathematical proof

• Pattern and spatial reasoning

• Non-routine problem-solving

• Timed competition preparation

• Solution presentation

• Error analysis

• Gifted education

• Confidence and resilience building

• Progress assessment and parent communication

  
  

Benefits

• Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

• Competitive session and competition-programme rates

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

• Opportunity to lead Olympiad groups, enrichment programmes, and competition workshops

• Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive, collaborative working environment

• Opportunity to mentor talented learners and help them compete at national and international levels

  
  

Application Process

To apply, submit:

• Updated CV

• Professional photo

• Educational certificates

• Professional licences, teaching credentials, or Olympiad certifications where applicable

• Evidence of competition participation, coaching achievements, or student results

• Portfolio of advanced problems, lesson resources, or competition programmes where available

• Emirates ID (if available)

• Passport copy

• UAE visa copy

• NOC from employer (if required)

• DHA / DOH / MOHAP licence or eligibility letter (where required)

• Police Clearance Certificate (preferred)

• References

  
  

Onboarding form link: https://simone3243.wixforms.com/f/7464618199665869825

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.