See yourself as a Deakin Maths Mentor? Apply now to begin in Trimester 1 2026!
Do you love to crunch numbers? If the answer is yes, come join us! We’re currently seeking to recruit more Maths Mentors to join the Students Helping Students team in 2026.
To apply, you must be a current student who has completed at least eight units of undergraduate study at Deakin by the commencement of Trimester 1 2026 and have a strong interest in mathematics and helping students better understand how they can succeed at Deakin. This is a paid role with training provided and you’ll work with students in both face-to-face and online environments.
You can learn more about Maths Mentors on the Current students website or visit the DeakinTALENT job listing. Applications close on 31 October 2025.
So, what’s it like being a Maths Mentor, you ask?
Hear from some of our current Maths Mentors about what they enjoy about this role!
Why did you want to become a Maths Mentor at Deakin?
Growing up, I always found trigonometry and calculus really interesting. However, I wasn’t able to take up maths units at university because of my major, so being a Maths Mentor allowed me to still continue exploring these topics but in a way that helped other students; a win-win! – Viv
What are your favourite things about being a Maths Mentor?
I will never get over seeing the joy and relief of students when they finally understand difficult maths concepts. It’s such a rewarding experience and knowing that it is a free resource for students makes it even better. Each session also challenges me to become better at communicating and problem solving; as much as we help the student learn, we are also learning and bettering ourselves as mentors which is also one of my favourite parts of being a Maths Mentor.
The team culture as a Maths Mentor is also lovely – the collaborative environment is incredible as each Maths Mentor has their own strengths, which when combined, helps make each drop-in session really productive. Knowing that I always have people to bounce ideas off of, who similarly have the students’ best interests at heart is what makes being a Maths Mentor invigorating. – Viv
Why were you interested in being a Maths Mentor?
I’ve always liked maths. I saw it as some sort of puzzle that I am eager to complete. It’s the curiosity of finding that final answer and the ability to mentor and explain the thought process that motivated me to be a Maths Mentor. – Christina
I really love the idea of helping people learn more about maths and felt it was good if I want to get into the educational space. – Trill
Apply now!
Submit your application to become a Maths Mentor today! If you have any queries, please direct these to mathsmentors@deakin.edu.au.