Machine Learning Pathway Tutor - Freelance

Freelancer, Part-time · German HQ-Remote

About the Program:

Kiron is delivering the Thrive program, a career-focused initiative designed to equip learners with in-demand digital and professional skills to improve their access to the job market. As part of the Machine Learning specialization running from May to August 2026, Kiron is seeking a freelance tutor to provide structured academic support and applied guidance to learners throughout the program.

About the Role

As a Freelance Machine Learning Tutor, you will deliver between 2h and 4h/week of group tutoring sessions via Zoom, primarily between May and August 2026. These sessions are linked to the 8-week curriculum and should support learners in applying core Python, machine learning and AI Engineering concepts. 

Your Tasks
Facilitating open-ended group tutoring sessions via Zoom for learners taking the Machine Learning specialisation (between May and August 2026, up to 4 hours a week): 
  • Supporting learners with understanding core topics in Machine Learning (ML) and LLMs with Python technologies: from supervised and unsupervised learning with scikit-learn, to PyTorch for Deep Learning, as well as setting up tools such as Hugging Face Hub, GitHub and Llama 3. 
  • Aligning advice with course content on DataCamp (full access provided) and Thrive’s overall learning objectives 
  • Providing formative (interim mid-term) structured feedback on project work assignments and applied projects designed by the Applied AI Institute for Europe. 
  • Collaborating closely with the Learning Designer to align session delivery with curriculum goals
Providing lighter (1h/week) support between September and October, including evaluation of top learner projects and optional attendance at in-person graduation event (Berlin). 

Contributing to continuous improvement of the Thrive program and ML specialization module through open feedback and constructive criticisms.
Your Profile
  • Active and up-to-date skills in industry-standard tools for Python programming for data science, machine learning, NLP and other applied AI use cases, including familiarity with: 
    • scikit-learn 
    • PyTorch 
    • Hugging Face 
  • Experience working with Git version control for data projects 
  • Professional experience in applying Machine Learning and/or AI Engineering principles in any non-academic sector (corporate, government, healthcare) 
  • Strong communication skills in English (C1+)
Nice-to-have;
  • Prior teaching, mentoring, or tutoring experience, particularly in the technical domain
  • Comfortable working with diverse, international learning community 
  • Intercultural understanding and sensitivity
Our Offer
  • Weekly commitment: 2 - 4 hours 
  • Agreement End: 31.10.2026
  • Hourly rate: 28 - 35€
  • Invitation to in-person events 

  • Further references & possibility of contributing to future Kiron projects

About us
Since 2015, Kiron has been at the forefront of offering accessible, innovative educational solutions to refugees and underserved communities globally. With a comprehensive digital platform, Kiron Campus, we have supported over 100,000 learners with skills essential for the labour market, fostering academic, professional, and personal growth.
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