Private Tutor - northern Italy
Additionally, the Tutor will provide one day per week of instruction for his younger sister (7), to support her schooling alongside her gymnastics training. The role, based in northern Italy, will start in September 2025.
Student
The boy is a happy and capable child who was in PYP3 in the IB system. His education has become more disrupted due to his intensive karting commitments, resulting in gaps in his learning and a growing reluctance to attend school. While he was comfortable at school during his early years in Switzerland, he started to struggle and is now refusing to attend his current international school in Italy.His anxiety around formal education stems from the knowledge that he has fallen behind, making him hesitant to participate in classroom discussions and reluctant to ask for help in front of his peers.
He enjoys structured and logical teaching methods and responds best to clear explanations and step-by-step instruction. He does not engage well with open-ended assignments or interpretive learning approaches, preferring straightforward, practical applications.Mathematics is an area of challenge; he claims not to enjoy it, but this is likely due to gaps in his foundational understanding rather than a genuine dislike. His handwriting and spelling require improvement, though his spoken English is fluent and advanced for his age.
The family speak a mixture of English and their native language at home. He also has a beginner’s level of Italian. The boy has been working well with two of our Tutors online for the last half term and he has enjoyed the personalised approach that moves at his pace, allowing him to ask questions as many times as needed.
His karting career is his top priority, and his schedule revolves around training and competitions. His parents are committed to supporting his education while ensuring it does not interfere with his sporting commitments. The student needs a Tutor who can make learning engaging, rebuild his confidence, and provide the consistency he has been lacking.
His sister (7) is also a competitive athlete, training several hours per day in gymnastics at a high-level facility in Italy. She is bright, energetic, and enjoys school but will benefit from extra academic support. She will join her brother and the Tutor for one day of homeschooling per week.The Tutor will work closely with her current school to keep her on track academically while easing the strain of her training commitments.
Role of the Tutor
The Tutor will cover the core primary subjects, ensuring that the young man builds a strong foundation in numeracy and problem-solving skills. The Tutor must break down concepts into manageable steps, reinforcing understanding through repetition, real-world application, and practical exercises.They must create an environment where the boy feels comfortable asking questions and taking time to fully grasp new concepts without fear of judgment. His handwriting, spelling, and general writing skills require targeted improvement, and the Tutor should integrate these into daily lessons in a way that builds his confidence rather than making him feel self-conscious about his weaknesses.
The Tutor must be patient and encouraging, working to rebuild the boy's confidence in his academic abilities. They should ensure that learning is structured in a way that allows him to progress without pressure, celebrating small wins and fostering a sense of achievement.A calm, supportive, and engaging teaching style is essential to help him overcome his reluctance toward formal education.
A key aspect of this role is integrating the young man's education with his future as a professional racer. His parents are keen for the Tutor to have an understanding of, or interest in, sports science, fitness, and nutrition, as the student will need to develop physical conditioning alongside his technical skills.The Tutor should be able to incorporate relevant topics such as anatomy, biomechanics, reaction times, endurance, and energy management into his education to support his athletic development. Science instruction should align with these real-world applications, reinforcing concepts that directly relate to his career trajectory in motorsport.
While formal Italian instruction is not the primary focus, his parents would like his language skills to improve and the Tutor should encourage gradual language development in a natural, integrated manner, helping him build confidence and fluency over time.
The Tutor will also provide one day per week of lessons for his younger sister to support her academically, coordinating with her school to ensure that she stays on par. The Tutor will be based at the family home, though occasional travel may be required.The boy’s schedule is subject to frequent changes, and the Tutor must be able to accommodate these fluctuations while maintaining consistency in his education.
Hours, Holidays, Accommodation and Travel
The Tutor will work full-time, providing homeschooling for the boy (and his sister) from 9 am to 1 pm, Monday to Friday, with preparation in addition. The schedule may require adjustments to accommodate race weeks, with lighter workloads during competitions.
The family are close and enjoy their privacy. The Tutor is expected to be independent, self-sufficient and not rely on the family to occupy them/cater to them in anyway when not teaching the children.
The Tutor will be entitled to two consecutive days off per week, normally at the weekend, but it is essential that they understand the need to be flexible regarding the family’s travel plans and other commitments.
The Tutor will have a minimum of 9 weeks off per annum, to be taken at times agreed upon with the family. The Tutor will be flexible regarding changes in schedule and will adapt accordingly. The Client will strive to give up to two weeks’ notice of any planned alterations.
The Tutor will likely live on-site in a private two-bedroom guest house on the family’s property, with a separate entrance, kitchen, and living space. This will also serve as the designated schoolroom. It is possible that the family choose to provide a separate apartment near their home for the Tutor, to be decided nearer the time.
Occasional travel may be required but it is not a regular expectation. A car will be provided for the Tutor’s use.
Miscellaneous
The successful candidate will offer more than the minimum requirements of this position. They will be excellent practitioners, and good role models: educated and polished, with superb manners and personal values.
The Tutor must be fit, healthy and a non-smoker – active and energetic with a passion for teaching; someone who always makes the most of their environment to enhance learning opportunities.
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